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Politics
ECZ Says NRPUP Failed to Submit Required Party List
The Electoral Commission of Zambia –ECZ- has dismissed allegations that it manipulated...
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Sport
Government Condemns Political Chants at Nkana Stadium
Government has condemned the chanting of political slogans by some individuals during...
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Crime & Courts
ACC Consults Stakeholders on Criminal Asset Management Bill
The Anti-Corruption Commission –ACC- says there has been a gap in the...
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Business
Debt servicing gulps K5.4bn as Zambia spends K14.6bn in September
Zambia released K5.4 billion towards debt servicing and the clearance of domestic arrears in September 2026, out of total government budget releases of K14.6 billion for the month, Finance and National Planning Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane said on Sunday. Of the amount, K4.1 billion went towards…
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Lifestyle
UN agency warns 20 girls married every minute, as child marriage threatens futures
At least 20 girls are married every minute worldwide, equivalent to one girl every three seconds, with far-reaching consequences for their health, education and national economies, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has warned. UNFPA Executive Director, Diene Keita, said another 40 girls would be…
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Agriculture
Electric Vehicles Could Ease Pressure on Forex, Farmer Says
Livingstone-based farmer RUTH HENSON says electric vehicles are a viable alternative to...
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Sport
Ipswich 2-1 comeback against Fulham piles pressure on Arbeloa
Fulham’s wait for a first Premier League victory under manager Alvaro Arbeloa continued after they surrendered a late lead to lose 2-1 to Ipswich Town, Sky Sports reports. The visitors looked on course to claim all three points after Ryan Sessegnon broke the deadlock, but…
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Sport
Solanke rescues 10-man Spurs with stoppage-time equaliser at Man U
Dominic Solanke scored in stoppage time to salvage a point for 10-man Tottenham as they snatched a draw against Manchester United in a feisty encounter at Old Trafford. It looked as if United were about to pile more misery on the visitors following their pitiful…
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Lifestyle
Technical glitch disrupts Wyclif Mwamba’s The Pawn premiere
Movie lovers who turned up in large numbers for the highly anticipated premiere of The Pawn on Saturday night were left disappointed after a technical failure disrupted screenings of the film. Several fans attended the event to support Copperbelt-based filmmaker Wyclif Mwamba, but only one…
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Health
2 juveniles killed, 2 injured in Luangwa road accident
Two juvenile pedestrians have died following a road accident in Luangwa District, while two others remain admitted to hospital. The accident occurred on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at around 18:00 hours in the Chitope area, off the D145 road in Luangwa District. In a statement…
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Business
Zambia Steps Up Efforts to Boost Beef Exports
The Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock says it will step up efforts...
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Sport
Daisy Simenda: new Women Fide Master, CB Queen
Zambia's 'Copperbelt Chess Queen' Daisy Simenda has been awarded the Women Fide Master title, cementing her place as the country's second-highest-rated female player and inspiring a new generation of girls to take up the game.
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Zambia
Nuppez Demands Action on Education Promises
Dr Kampamba says teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and poor working conditions require urgent action to...
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Politics
Cabinet appointments: Hamasaka urges patience
State House has urged Zambians to be patient as President Hakainde Hichilema works to complete his Cabinet, while dismissing claims that the Grow Zambia Agenda will fail.
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Zambia
Electric vehicles here to stay
The government has begun switching its vehicle fleet to electric vehicles as it develops a policy framework aimed at reducing fuel and transport costs.
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Zambia
Change or Stagnate
Hikaumba demands digital revolution in Civil Service, warning that paper-based bureaucracy is slowing service delivery,...
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Zambia
Zambia Pledges Commitment to the Rule of Law
Zambia has pledged to uphold the rule of law at both national...
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Sport
Henderson scores twice on home debut as Chelsea thump Bournemouth 5-1
Jordan Henderson scored his first Chelsea goals to help his new side to a dominant victory over Bournemouth. The 36-year-old midfielder, making his home debut, fired in off the post after just 68 seconds, before adding a second after the break, with Joao Pedro also…
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Sport
Guimaraes rescues Arsenal again as Gunners edge Leeds 2-1
For the second time in three Premier League matches, Bruno Guimaraes has come to Arsenal’s rescue. Having sparked their 2-0 win at Sunderland in September with the crucial first goal, the £75m summer signing came off the bench again to have a pivotal impact against…
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Sport
Cristiano Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portugal after walkout
Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended after the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced on Saturday that it had opened disciplinary proceedings against the 41-year-old over his decision to walk out on the national team. Ronaldo apologised to supporters earlier this week while criticising Portugal coach…
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Zambia
Zambia recommits to rule of law at UN, seeks human rights council seat
Zambia has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law at national and international levels, highlighting judicial reforms and efforts to improve access to justice. Ministry of Justice Permanent Secretary for Legal Affairs Mwenya Kaela Bwalya delivered Zambia’s national statement before the Sixth Committee…
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Zambia
Zambia, other Sub-Saharan countries need $12bn to improve electricity access —IFC
The Mission 300 programme to improve electricity access requires investment close to US$12 billion as per the Energy Compact, with about $9.7 billion expected to come from the private sector, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has said. Mission 300 is a joint initiative by the…
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Africa & World
Trump attacks Nobel Peace prize winner, says award was ‘discredited’
United States President, Donald Trump, has criticised this year’s Nobel Peace Prize recipient, saying he had never heard of her and claiming the award should have gone to him for what he described as his role in resolving global conflicts. Trump made the remarks during…
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Crime & Courts
Zimbabwean traditional healer fined K100,000 for immigration offences in Zambia
A 47-year-old Zimbabwean national has been fined K100,000 after being convicted of illegally entering and staying in Zambia and conducting business without a valid immigration permit. The Department of Immigration said Alois Moyo was convicted by the Mkushi Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday following his arrest…
