Zambian comedian Aaron Dominic has said that comedians in the country are not taken seriously in the entertainment industry and continue to face difficulties earning income from social media platforms.
Despite growing audiences on platforms such as TikTok and Facebook, many local comedians say monetisation remains limited, forcing them to depend on brand partnerships, advertising deals and other income streams.
Mr...
University of Zambia student and social media personality Patience Proxie Banda, popularly known as UNZA Tyla, has declared her intention to run for the UNZASU female presidency, drawing mixed reactions over her suitability for student leadership.
Known for her playful and sassy online persona, UNZA Tyla is now positioning herself beyond entertainment, signalling a serious move into campus politics.
In a...
Celebrated Gospel Rapper Magnus Mando popularly known as MAG44, has announced that his upcoming album, set to launch on December 13, will be his last.
MAG44 attributed his decision to the cost of producing albums, not just financially, but also the toll it takes on his time and family life.
According to his official Facebook page post monitored by Lusaka,...
Celebrated Zambian Rapper Ephraim Kasonde, popularly known as Dizmo says music streaming platform Boomplay has failed to pay Zambian artists their royalties due to its limited revenue model in the country.
Appearing on DJ Pressure T’s podcast, Dizmo revealed that he too has not received his royalties from the platform, attributing the challenge to how Boomplay generates its income.
He explained...
Two years have passed without any music to his name, but Gospel Music Artiste Chaka Nyatando, famously known as Pompi, has released a new single and music video titled "Greater."
The song, which features the Vessels of Honor, was released to the public via various streaming platforms on Monday, August 4, 2025.
In his song, Mr. Nyatando pays homage to the...
Renowned Filmmaker and Former Mpali Actor, Cosmas Ng'andwe, popularly known as Logic says he is open to returning to his role in the famous Zambian telenovela,Mpali, if an opportunity arises.
Mr. Ng'andwe, who played the character Logic in the popular production, expressed interest in being reinstated, despite previously stating that he was fired from Mpali and later declined an offer...
Council of Churches in Zambia (CCZ) has called for partnerships with media regulators and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to promote value based education and responsible digital behaviour.
Recently, Zambia has experienced a sharp increase in the circulation of obscene materials involving public figures, youths and celebrities on social media platforms.
In an interview with Lusaka Star, CCZ Chairperson Father Emmanuel Chikoya...
Musician Obed Chileshe, popularly known as Chile One Mr Zambia, is making waves with his latest album Eagle One, which has garnered over 6 million views on YouTube and more than 500,000 streams on Spotify since its release on July 12, 2025.
The album, which features six music videos, has received widespread praise from fans, with many describing it as...
A social media thread in which popular gospel singer and pastor, Gift Kaputula, stated that gospel artists should not work with secular musicians has been received with mixed reactions.
On June 24, 2025, Pastor Kaputula featured on the Truth Tuesday Podcast with Mag 44, where he argued that gospel artists should not collaborate with secular musicians because “God is a...
Celebrated Zambian filmmaker David Kazadi has officially announced his decision to step back from his role as a judge on The ICON Zambia, a local reality talent show.
In a press statement, Kazadi said he made the decision for personal reasons and to give the platform space to grow without his direct involvement.
“This is one of the most difficult chapters...