By Maxwell Shumba In a world where corruption often makes louder headlines than integrity, two Zambian public officers have reminded the nation that honesty still has defenders. Their stories are not just about rejecting money; they are about choosing duty over personal gain, principle over pressure, and the future of Zambia over momentary wealth. At the centre of this powerful narrative is Detective Sergeant Ruth Nyambe of the Zambia Police Service, whose courage and professionalism recently earned her national recognition from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Her actions have become a shining example of what ethical public service should look like. The incident unfolded at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, one of Zambia’s most sensitive points of entry and exit. During a routine operation, Detective Sergeant Nyambe intercepted a suspect who was attempting to travel out of the country carrying a staggering US$2 million in cash and pieces of suspected gold. As the gravity...
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