On 6th December 2024, Principal Resident Magistrate Ireen Wishimanga, convicted  Adeyinka Adesola Olaoluwe and Margaret Oluwagbemisola Oyewole, both Nigerian nationals—and three corporate entities: WH Energy and Allied Services, Coralstone Investment Limited, and Puregum Shipping Logistics Limited for the offence of being in possession of property reasonably suspected to be proceeds of crime, contrary to Section 71(1) of the Forfeiture of Proceeds of Crime Act No. 19 of 2010. The facts were that between 11th March 2021 and 10th June 2022, the accused were found to have possessed funds totaling ZMW 67 million held in a local Zambian accounts. The funds were determined to be reasonably suspected proceeds of crime. The accused were charged on seven counts, and the Magistrate convicted all accused on all counts. The evidence presented by Senior State Advocate Mukuma Chipawa and State Advocate Nkumbu Kandyata, demonstrated

The National Prosecution Authority (NPA) has successfully prosecuted Lewis Chisenga, the Director of People’s Harvest Limited, for theft, money laundering, and possession of suspected proceeds of crime. The conviction marks a significant step in Zambia’s ongoing efforts to combat financial crime and strengthen accountability within the country’s business and financial sectors. On May 23, 2022, Chisenga was arrested and charged with three offences following allegations of stealing K4,775,000 from Petricore Partners Limited, a UK-based company. The stolen funds were entrusted to him for the purchase of United States dollars amidst a currency shortage in Zambia. Additionally, he faced charges for money laundering and for possessing assets believed to be proceeds of crime, including luxury vehicles and real estate. The case unfolded after a complaint was filed by Ysakar Legal Practitioners on behalf of Petricore Partners Limited. The company had transferred

Lusaka, November 1, 2024 – The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) convened its annual Chief Executive Officers’ Forum at the Kenneth Kaunda Wing of the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka. This significant gathering brought together leaders from various government institutions across the nation to reinforce the role of Integrity Committees (ICs) in the fight against corruption. The forum, themed “Mainstreaming National Values and Principles: Towards a Corruption-Free Zambia,” focused on embedding national values and enhancing ethical governance. During his keynote address, Secretary to the Cabinet and Chairperson of the National Integrity Committee, Mr. Patrick K. Kangwa, reaffirmed the government’s steadfast commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on corruption, as outlined in the National Policy on Anti-Corruption launched by President Hakainde Hichilema in May 2024. He urged institutions to adopt best practices such as implementing service charters, establishing whistleblower protections, and enforcing conflict-of-interest

The National Prosecution Authority has successfully secured a conviction against Kamono Farming Initiatives Limited and its Director and associates – Funwell Zulu, Enock Chibutu, and Mirriam Soko – for operating an unlicensed banking business and conducting a money circulation scheme, offences under the Banking and Financial Services Act of 2017. This case, which was prosecuted by Senior State Advocate Mr. Mukuma Chilila Chipawa as led prosecutor and Mr. Stephen Sumbukeni from the Drug Enforcement Commission, Anti Money Laundering Investigations Unit (DEC-AMULIU) highlights the Authority’s commitment to upholding financial integrity and protecting the public from fraudulent schemes. The accused were convicted on two counts: operating a banking business without a license, contrary to Section 6(1) of the Act, and conducting a money circulation scheme, in violation of Section 157(1)(a). Kamono Farming Initiatives Limited, the primary corporate defendant, was fined K100,000 on

In a decisive verdict, the Kawambwa Magistrates’ Court has convicted Pambashe Member of Parliament, Ronald Chitotela, and six others of various offences committed during the August 2021 general elections. Chitotela, a Patriotic Front (PF) MP, faces a severe sentence of not less than 10 years after being found guilty of arson. His sentencing has been referred to the high court. His Kawambwa counterpart, Nixon Chilangwa, was acquitted of arson charges but found guilty of malicious damage, threatening violence, and four counts of assault. Chilangwa received a 60 month sentence for malicious damage, 11 months for threatening violence, and 18 months for assault. The sentences will run concurrently. Kalumba Chifumbe was sentenced to 60 months for malicious damage to property, 18 months for threatening violence, and 11 months for Assault. Davy Kaniki was found guilty of malicious damage to property and

Case Overview: KK, a child in conflict with the law, was arraigned on one count of murder in 2022. Following a court-ordered age assessment, it was determined that he was a juvenile, and a plea bargain reduced the charge to manslaughter. He was accused of unlawfully causing the death of nine-year-old GL after allegedly defiling her and striking her on the head with a stone when she threatened to report him. Legal Proceedings: KK appeared before the High Court for Zambia’s Children’s Division in Mansa, presided over by Honorable Justice E.P. Sunkutu. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter, contrary to Section 199 of the Penal Code, Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia. Sentencing: The court, bound by law to handle the child offender appropriately, ordered K’s detention at Katombora Reformatory Centre until he turns 19. The court also ordered K’s

Case OverviewEmmanuel Chunga faced 34 Counts of Causing Death by Dangerous Driving. He was accused of having caused the deaths of 34 people on 3rd September, 2023 at Luano in the Luano District of the Central Province by driving his motor vehicle namely Scania Truck registration number BAL 4689 ZM along Masansa- Mboroma Road. On the material day, he was carrying 58 passengers in his truck together with a number of assorted goods. 34 of his passengers died on the spot whilst 24 sustained body injuries after he failed to negotiate a curve, due to the excessive speed he was driving at. He was unlicensed at the time. Legal ProceedingsHe pleaded guilty before Hon. Judge Limbani on 3rd June, 2024, in the High Court at Kabwe. SentencingThe Honorable Judge sentenced Emmanuel Chunga to three years imprisonment with hard labor, in

Introduction Welcome to the first segment of our Conviction Updates series. The aim of this series is to share recent judgments of public interest. Today, we share the legal outcome of a case involving Sibetta Sibetta, a former Assistant Immigration Officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs. Case Overview Sibetta faced 117 Counts, including Forgery and Theft by Public Servant charges. He was accused of forging bank deposit slips and stealing US$165,900 between August 2014 and January 2021 in Nchelenge, Luapula Province. Legal Proceedings Despite pleading not guilty, Sibetta was found guilty after trial before Resident Magistrate Mbewe in Nchelenge. Sentencing Resident Magistrate Mbewe sentenced Sibetta to five years in prison with hard labour, with effect from December 22, 2023. The Court also ordered him to repay the stolen amount. This conviction reaffirms our commitment to justice, fighting fraud, and ensuring