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Business
Kinglong hands over 100 fuel tankers costing $15m
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Politics
Courts in Zambia reopen amid post-election petition dispute
ZAMBIA’s courts reopened Thursday, four days after shutting down over a security threat on the deadline to challenge presidential election results. Chief Administrator Yvonne N. Nalomba said in a memo Aug. 26 that staff should return Aug. 27 after security agencies advised that the threat…
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Crime & Courts
Our cells are spacious to accommodate detainees awaiting trial – Police
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Crime & Courts
Don’t question the closure of courts, it’s for your own safety – Kabesha
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Politics
Police recover ECZ laptop stolen in Mandevu
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Politics
MUNDUBILE, MAKEBI ZULU TO BE SURRENDERED TO ZAMBIA POLICE…following failed UN attempts to resolve the stand-off .United Nations Secretary General,António Guterres’ representative has concluded his negotiation trip to Lusaka to help resolve the stand-off
MUNDUBILE, MAKEBI ZULU TO BE SURRENDERED TO ZAMBIA POLICE …following failed UN attempts to resolve the stand-off as President Hichilema has insisted that the duo must face the law on allegations of treason and insurrection. According to Emmanuel Mwamba… United Nations Secretary General,António Guterres’ representative…
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Zambia
Judiciary reopens as security threat de-escalates
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Crime & Courts
There’s no presidential petition before ConCourt- Judiciary
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Opinion
Auditor General Mwambwa did not deserve Judicial removal, he served diligently
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Zambia
News Diggers Edition 2329 Thursday August 27, 2026
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Politics
The biggest mistake Brian Mundubile made was to hide at the UN offices- Proff Ex
The biggest mistake Brian Mundubile made was to hide at the UN offices. I am not saying this to laugh at a man who is down. I am saying it because I believe in him. I saw a clear vision of his rise to power…
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Politics
Statement from Mo Ibrahim on the Zambian election
26 August, 2026 Mr President, your first mandate was defined by progress. Do not waste what you have achieved. We are watching post-presidential election developments in Zambia with deep concern. Elections are of course a key test of democracy. But the test extends beyond what…
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Politics
Electoral Complaint to the AU by Tonse is a Waste of Their Potential Reconciliation Time & Just Meant to Dent Their Own Country (Zambia)’s Good International Image
By Miles B. Sampa I worked with the Africa Union-AU last 5 years as a senior member of the Pan African parliament. Asking them by ba Tonse to
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Politics
Shutting the Courts of Law during the Petition Period – Questions to the Chief Justice- Chishala Kateka
KATEKA President – New Heritage Party 26 August 2026 The Courts were surrounded by Police on Friday through to Sunday and have been closed from Monday to date (Wednesday 26 August, 2026). As the result for the Presidential election
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Politics
Algeria President Tebboune Congratulates President-Elect Hichilema on Re‑election
President of Algeria, has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re‑election as President of the Republic of Zambia. President Tebboune reiterated his keenness to continue strengthening the existing bonds of fraternity and solidarity between the two brotherly countries.
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Politics
Mozambique President Chapo Congratulates President‑elect Hichilema on Re‑election
Mozambique Daniel Francisco Chapo has congratulated President‑Elect Hakainde Hichilema on his re‑election as President of the Republic of Zambia. President Chapo described the electoral victory as a reflection of the Zambian people’s renewed confidence in President‑Elect Hichilema’s leadership and vision.
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Politics
Iran and Russia Sign 25 Billion Dollar Nuclear Deal
Iran and Russia have signed a 25 billion dollar memorandum of understanding to build new nuclear power plants. The deal was confirmed by Iran’s ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali. The agreement will see Russia construct the Hormoz Nuclear Power Plant in the southern province of…
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Africa & World
CDF Gen Muhoozi Sparks Family Drama, Vows to ‘Reclaim’ His Sister from Alleged ‘Hooligan’
Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces and son of President Yoweri Museveni, has stirred fresh controversy after declaring that he will “reclaim” his sister from a person he described as a “hooligan” who allegedly infiltrated the Museveni family. Although
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Politics
Iranian Diplomat Recalls Cooperation With the United States After 9/11
Diplomat Mohammad Sadegh Kharazi today recalled a period when Iran closely cooperated with the United States and provided assistance during the U.S.-led war in Afghanistan. Kharazi said: «“Iran opened its airports to the United States and helped it during the war in Afghanistan. We
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Africa & World
Guinea’s President Just Fired 173 Soldiers – Including the Guy Who Helped Him Seize Power
JUST IN: Guinea’s President Just Fired 173 Soldiers – Including the Guy Who Helped Him Seize Power Guinea’s President Mamadi Doumbouya has just kicked more than 170 soldiers out of the army for “desertion.” And one of them isn’t just any officer – it’s a…
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Africa & World
Uganda’s military chief and Museveni’s son declares 2031 presidential run, predicts 90% victory
Of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba son of long-ruling President Yoweri Museveni has announced he will contest the presidency in 2031. In a series of posts on X late Tuesday, the 52-year-old general wrote: “I will stand for the highest
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Politics
Iran Sets Conditions for Reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has laid out a series of conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, linking access to the strategically vital waterway to a broader political settlement, according to Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi. Gharibabadi said Tehran would consider reopening the Strait only if several…
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Politics
Xi Jinping to Visit Egypt in September, China Says
Chinese President Xi Jinping will make a state visit to Egypt in early September, marking his first visit to the country in 10 years, China’s Foreign Ministry announced. During the visit, Xi is expected to hold talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi on bilateral…
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Africa & World
Kenya has scrapped the university degree requirement for presidential candidates
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has confirmed. IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu stated that following High Court rulings that declared the degree provision in the Elections Act unconstitutional, there is currently no legal requirement for a university degree to contest the presidency, governorship, or
