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Crime & Courts
Youth Civil Society Groups raise concern over court closure.
A coalition of youth-led civil society organizations have raised concerns over the temporary closure of Zambia’s superior courts during ongoing security operations, warning that the move could undermine access to justice following the 2026 General Election. In a joint statement, Fight Inequality Alliance Zambia National…
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Sport
Mazembe trample Nkana in test match
In a closed-door pre-season friendly, Nkana FC on Tuesday welcomed continental heavyweights TP Mazembe of DR Congo as they suffered a 3-1 defeat at home in Wusakile. Yet for Coach Elijah Tana and the 13-time Zambian champions, the scoreline at Nkana Stadium told only half…
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Entertainment
Mumba Yachi sounds the alarm over the fading beat of Tradition.
Zambian musician Mumba Yachi has called for greater efforts to preserve traditional music saying the country’s cultural sounds are an important part of its identity and uniqueness. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka star Yachi says traditional music should remain visible in the modern entertainment…
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Zambia
Zambia will continue to develop under HH’s leadership – Mnangagwa
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Lifestyle
Legendary music icon, Dolly Parton dies. Here are some things to remember about her
Dolly Parton, the legendary country music icon, singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026. 1. Dolly Parton is best known for her decades-spanning music career, but her work as an actor – including in her breakout role…
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Opinion
The petition is bigger than Mundubile and Makebi
Zambia’s present political crisis runs deeper than a dispute over who won the presidency. At its core lies a harder question: who controls the country’s institutions, and whether the major decisions shaping the nation’s future are still being made with the informed consent of its…
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Crime & Courts
Go to court if you don’t want to keep crying, Mwanakampwe tells opposition
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Opinion
Zambia must choose dialogue over division
Zambia has just come through a bruising election, and the burden of what happens next falls squarely on its leaders. Left unattended, electoral grievance hardens into national fracture. That responsibility begins with President Hakainde Hichilema and opposition leader Brian Mundubile, whom Malawi-based clergyman Pastor Dingiswayo…
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Crime & Courts
79 cybercrime suspects targeted govt systems – DEC
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Africa & World
Our qualifications must be recognised within SADC – ZAQA
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Crime & Courts
35 Ugandans, 11 Chinese, 33 others arrested in Lusaka joint operation targeting alleged cybercrime network (Video)
Seventy-nine people have been apprehended in a joint security operation targeting a suspected cybercrime network operating from Evana Estates in New Kasama, Lusaka. The operation was conducted on August 23, 2026 by the Zambia Police Service, Drug Enforcement Commission, Department of Immigration, Zambia Cyber Security…
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Business
We won’t need IMF in 5 years – Musokotwane
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Crime & Courts
Former HGC truck driver, Muleya, sentenced to two years imprisonment with hard labour
The Subordinate Court in Ndola has delivered judgment in the criminal case of theft by servant against Kelvin Muleya, a former truck driver of HGC Transport and logistics Limited. Muleya was found guilty of the offence of theft by servant and sentenced to two years…
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Africa & World
China Warns US against Interfering in Iran Cooperation
China has issued a strong warning to the United States, urging Washington not to interfere in Beijing’s cooperation with Iran. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China’s cooperation with Tehran is conducted strictly “within the framework of international law.” He warned that any attempt…
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Politics
Russia Claims Strikes on Ukrainian Military Cargo in Port of Yuzhny
🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia’s Defense Ministry says its forces struck two cargo vessels carrying military supplies to Ukraine at the port of Yuzhny, along with four warehouses containing military equipment belonging to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. According to the ministry, the strikes targeted facilities and shipments
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Crime & Courts
Counterfeit money case adjourned
The Kabwe Magistrates’ Court has adjourned a case in which four Kabwe businessmen are accused of being in possession of forged bank notes after one of the accused failed to appear in court due to a road traffic accident. Resident Magistrate Lishaniso Wamundila adjourned the…
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Lifestyle
Chief Mphuka calls for peace
Chief Mphuka of the Chikunda people of Luangwa District has appealed for calm and peace in the nation. Chief Mphuka said that it is important to uphold peace after the elections. He said politics should not divide the country because they come and go. The…
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Agriculture
Muchinga PS orders FISP database update
Muchinga Province Permanent Secretary Tuesday Bwalya has directed Senior Management Officers in the Ministry of Agriculture in the Province to update the database for the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP). Dr Bwalya said the database must be cleaned up and updated, adding that deceased beneficiaries…
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Agriculture
Petauke DC urges FSP loan repayment
Petauke District Commissioner (DC) Wachepa Phiri has urged beneficiaries of the Food Security Pack (FSP) Programme to prioritise repaying the government loan after harvesting their crops. Mr Phiri says timely repayment will allow other vulnerable but viable farmers to benefit from the programme and contribute…
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Crime & Courts
HH inauguration to proceed, as Judiciary issues conflicting statements
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Politics
New Chilanga South MP pledges development
Newly elected Chilanga South Constituency Member of Parliament Ngenda Situmbeko has pledged to work closely with the church in delivering development in the constituency. Mr Situmbeko assured the faith community of his commitment to collaborate with the church and other stakeholders to deliver tangible development…
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Business
Indiscriminate waste disposal worry Mpika Council
Mpika Town Council has expressed concern over the indiscriminate disposal of waste in drainage systems around the Central Business District. Mpika Town Council Public Relations Officer, Mushota Mpundu warned that the practice is undermining efforts to keep the town clean. Mr Mpundu said despite various…
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Africa & World
Mwali crowned 2026 CPLP and SADC friends chess champion
International Master Chitumbo Mwali, Zambia’s most highly rated chess player, has been crowned champion of the 2026 Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) Friends Chess Tournament. Mwali won the prestigious title while representing Zambia at the tournament held in…
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Opinion
Auditor General Ron Mwambwa served diligently, his exit shouldn’t dent the institution: Part 1
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