Zambia probes ex-minister over corruption

Zambia's corruption watchdog on Monday revealed that it was investigating a former minister, who was recently fired, on alleged corruption.

Last week, President Edgar Lungu fired Chishimba Kambwili, who was information and broadcasting minister.

This came barely a few days after the Zambian leader had complained that some of his ministers were engaging in corrupt activities.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) said it has instituted investigations on alleged corrupt practices against former minister.

Timothy Moono, the watchdog's public relations manager said there has been an inquiry against the former minister of corrupt practices.

He however did not reveal more details on the matter.

"These investigations are on-going and the Commission would therefore not wish to comment further as this may jeopardize the investigations," he said in a statement. Endit