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Politics
State House Denies Hh Ordered Court Closure to Block Election Petitions
State House has rejected allegations that President Hakainde Hichilema ordered the closure of courts on Monday, August 24, 2026, to prevent the opposition from filing election petitions. In a statement issued by State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka, says the allegation is inconsistent with…
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Politics
ZAMBIA: THE COURTS MUST REMAIN ACCESSIBLE TO DEMOCRACY- Zim Senator Jameson Z. Timba
ZAMBIA: THE COURTS MUST REMAIN ACCESSIBLE TO DEMOCRACY By Senator Jameson Z. Timba24 August 2026 I am deeply concerned by reports emerging from Zambia that courts have been closed today following an alleged security threat, at a particularly sensitive moment in the country’s post-election process…
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Politics
“Let the Courts Speak” on Presidential petition filed via email – Civil rights activist Brebner Changala
Brebner Changala, one of Zambia’s most experienced
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Politics
Russia Deploys “Doomsday” Nuclear-Capable Weapon System
BREAKING: Russia Deploys “Doomsday” Nuclear-Capable Weapon System Russia has reportedly deployed what has been described as a “Doomsday” weapon system, capable of carrying some of the country’s most powerful nuclear weapons. The reported deployment highlights Moscow’s continued emphasis on its strategic nuclear capabilities amid rising…
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Africa & World
Museveni ‘forgives’ former speaker Anita Annet Among, orders release from house arrest
Museveni ‘forgives’ former speaker Among, orders release from house arrest President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly directed the release of former speaker of parliament Anita Annet Among from house arrest and decided against prosecuting her over allegations of massive corruption and illicit wealth generation. President Museveni’s…
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Africa & World
UGANDA: General. Muhoozi Orders Protest at Turkish Embassy, Demands Extradition of Critic Lumbuye
UGANDA: Muhoozi Orders Protest at Turkish Embassy, Demands Extradition of Critic Lumbuye Uganda’s military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered a major protest to be held at the Turkish Embassy in Kampala on September 1. The demonstration is meant to demand that Turkey extradite Ugandan…
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Africa & World
President Kagame Defends Alcohol Ban as Rwanda Suspends 52 Imported Brands
RWANDA: President Kagame Defends Alcohol Ban as Rwanda Suspends 52 Imported Brands Rwandan President Paul Kagame has defended new restrictions on alcohol, saying the country cannot “sit and watch” as harmful drinks “kill” people. Rwanda recently suspended 52 imported alcoholic products, including brands from Kenya…
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Politics
Iran Claims It Infiltrated U.S. Security Networks and Gathered Intelligence on Barron Trump
Has claimed that its intelligence operations successfully penetrated U.S. security networks and obtained detailed information about Barron Trump, the youngest son of U.S. President Donald Trump. According to a video broadcast by Iran’s state-linked IRIB TV3, the alleged intelligence operation included
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Politics
Iran Rejects U.S.-Backed Proposal to Resume Talks
BREAKING: Iran Rejects U.S.-Backed Proposal to Resume Talks Iran has reportedly rejected a new proposal aimed at restarting negotiations with the United States, according to Iranian media. Pakistan is reported to have delivered the proposal to Tehran, outlining a potential ceasefire framework and a platform…
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Politics
Armenia Announces Plans to Move Toward EU Membership
Armenia has officially announced its intention to pursue closer ties with the European Union, marking another significant step away from its traditional alliance with Russia. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan told Parliament that Armenia intends to begin the process of seeking EU membership “in the near…
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Politics
Namibia Just Became Africa’s Biggest Industrial Test
M21 News Investigative Team China already controls Namibia’s largest uranium mines. So why was Windhoek back in Beijing in 2026 signing fresh critical minerals agreements ? The obvious answer…more rocks…doesn’t hold up. Namibia produces 12% of the world’s mined uranium. Chinese firms already hold controlling…
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Africa & World
U.S. Military Aircraft Lands in Moscow; Kremlin Claims No Knowledge
U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport on Tuesday morning, according to flight-tracking data, but Russian officials say they have no information about the arrival. Key Facts: · Aircraft & Flight: The C-17, operating under callsign
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Lifestyle
Kenyan man remarries 7 months after his wife’s death
KENYA: Kenyan man remarries 7 months after his wife’s death A Kenyan man, Dan Ambiya ‘Lampard’ has remarried seven months after the d3ath of his wife, Harriet Eshimuli, a development that has sparked mixed reactions among Kenyans, who questioned the timing of the remarriage. Harriet…
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Africa & World
Hugo Broos Blasts Pitso Mosimane Appointment Talk and Raises Concerns over Corruption in South African Football
Former Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has strongly criticized suggestions that Pitso Mosimane should return as South Africa’s national team coach, arguing that such a move would take South African football backwards rather than forwards. Broos reportedly stated that
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Africa & World
Japanese delegation has arrived in China seeking to repair strained relations between the two Asian giants.
JAPAN IS FLYING TO BEIJING AND AMERICA SHOULD PAY CLOSE ATTENTION A Japanese delegation has arrived in China seeking to repair strained relations between the two Asian giants. The timing is not coincidental. South Korea recently opened diplomatic channels with North Korea. Japan is now…
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Lifestyle
Afm Bishop’s Widow Florence Gurajena Reportedly Set to Remarry Five Months after Husband’s Death
Byte The widow of late AFM Bishop Zinyemba is reportedly set to remarry, barely five months after her husband’s death. According to information circulating among church members, the widow announced during a church service yesterday that she had moved
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Crime & Courts
SOUTH AFRICA: Man attacked by his girlfriend and her sister after he confronted her for allegedly cheating
A 23-year-old woman and her sister, 27, were arrested by Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) for allegedly attacking her boyfriend. The suspects were nabbed on Monday, August 24, 2026 after they fled the scene of the violent attack
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Politics
Pentagon Testosterone Plan Sparks Concern Among U.S. Doctors
BREAKING: Pentagon Testosterone Plan Sparks Concern Among U.S. Doctors The U.S. Department of Defense is facing medical criticism over a proposed policy aimed at monitoring testosterone levels among military personnel. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has emphasized the importance of testosterone and broader hormone health for…
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Africa & World
Tanzania Vice-President, Nchimbi, resigns from office
Tanzania’s Vice-President, Emmanuel John Nchimbi, has announced his resignation from office and retirement from public service and active politics, effective September 4, 2026. In a public notice dated August 25, 2026, issued from the Office of the Vice-President in Dodoma and reported by the Star…
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Politics
Tanzanian Vice President Resigns Less Than a Year Into Office, Quits Active Politics
454 Views DAR ES SALAAM — Tanzanian Vice President Dr Emmanuel John Nchimbi has resigned from office barely a year after being appointed, and has announced he is retiring from active politics. Dr Nchimbi tendered his resignation on Tuesday. He will officially leave office on…
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Health
Zambia scales up twice-yearly PrEP injections
Zambia has expanded the rollout of long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir to 106 public health clinics in 13 high-burden districts, offering an alternative to daily oral PrEP and targeting barriers such as pill fatigue and stigma.
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Business
TECHNOLOGY: Real cost of online money games flooding Zambian phones
346 Views The advent of online money games has taken the continent by storm and Zambia has not been left behind in this play and win instant cash jamboree. Over the last two to three years there has been a boom in apps and sites…
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Entertainment
John Deere at the 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We are LIVE with John Deere, proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND – 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance Official Partner: Sasol Techno Oil Grab…
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Sport
Ethiopia Bids to Host AFCON 2028 for First Time in 52 Years
Ethiopia has officially submitted a bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028. It would be the country’s first time staging the tournament in more than half a century. The Ethiopian Football Federation confirmed the bid on Monday, stating the country
