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Politics
At What Point Did Mundubile Lead Hichilema to Claim Rigging?
We are wondering whether we are in the same Zambia or a different one, because what exactly are we missing? During the announcement of the General Election results, at what point did Brian Mundubile lead Hakainde Hichilema in terms of numbers for him to claim
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Politics
WHO Has been Stopped from Filing the Presidential Petition?
Zambians, it is high time we understand the legal procedures surrounding presidential election petitions so that the public is not misled by claims that could unnecessarily create panic and tension in the country. We are concerned that even some legal practitioners and civil society organisations…
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Politics
Civilian Indiscipline: Take Your Politics Away from the Uniform- Saviour Chishimba
CIVILIAN INDISCIPLINE: TAKE YOUR POLITICS AWAY FROM THE UNIFORM There is a form of indiscipline developing in our politics which Zambia must confront. I call it civilian indiscipline. It is the growing tendency among politicians to speak contemptuously about professional men and women in uniform…
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Politics
Benjamin Yoram “BY” Mwila: When Business Met Politics
Benjamin Yoram “BY” Mwila: When Business Met Politics. Away from the Tonga culture, let me bring you another interesting Zambian figure—Benjamin Yoram Mwila, popularly known as BY—a man who was both a successful businessman and an active player in politics. BY was…
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Africa & World
Former DRC President Joseph Kabila Challenges US Sanctions in Washington Court
Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila is taking the United States to court, seeking to have his name removed from the Treasury Department’s blacklist. Kabila, who led the DRC from 2001 to 2019, filed a lawsuit in a Washington federal court arguing
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Crime & Courts
When the Last Line of Defense Falls , the Republic Falls.
By Thompson K Luzendi WHEN THE LAST LINE OF DEFENSE FALLS , THE REPUBLIC FALLS. With a heavy heart, and tears in my eyes, I write these words. Today, we witnessed something that should trouble every citizen who believes in the idea of a republic…
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Crime & Courts
Binwell, three-others captured by DEC, Police!
Drug Enforcement Commission—DEC has arrested four suspects and seized more than 25 kilogrammes of cannabis in coordinated operations across Muchinga, Southern and Lusaka Provinces. Tamba tells TV Yatu in a statement that among the suspects is Binwell Chanda, 59, who has been arrested on allegations…
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Politics
Azerbaijan Seeks to De-escalate Growing Turkey-Israel Tensions
Reportedly working behind the scenes to ease growing tensions between Turkey and Israel, according to Israeli media outlet Ynet, citing Israeli and Azerbaijani sources. Baku is said to be increasingly concerned by the deterioration in relations between the two countries, viewing both Ankara and Jerusalem…
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Politics
Trump Urges World Leaders to Cut Ties With Iran
BREAKING: Trump Urges World Leaders to Cut Ties With Iran U.S. Treasury Secretary says President Donald Trump is personally reaching out to world leaders and urging them to sever economic and diplomatic cooperation with Iran. The Treasury Secretary said Trump has been making phone calls…
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Politics
Uganda’s Reported Israel Deployment Raises Questions
Reported plan to send around 1,200 soldiers to Israel is drawing criticism and raising questions over Kampala’s foreign-policy strategy. The controversy comes amid escalating tensions involving Israel and several countries across the region. Israel faces growing friction with Turkey and Iran , while tensions with…
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Politics
Pezeshkian: Iran Will Never Become Like Venezuela
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will never become like Venezuela, arguing that the world has been surprised by the country’s military ability to defend itself. Speaking to state media, Pezeshkian said Iran is currently facing a difficult situation involving what he described as “two…
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Africa & World
Botswana President Duma Boko praises Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré for “speed and decisiveness”
President Duma Boko has publicly praised Burkina Faso leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré for the speed and decisiveness of his governance, contrasting it with Botswana’s own democratic and bureaucratic processes. In an interview with SABC, Boko stated: “When he makes a pronouncement,
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Politics
Russia Withdraws Ambassador From London Without Replacement, Raising Fears of Diplomatic Downgrade
Russia has withdrawn its ambassador to the United Kingdom, Andrey Kelin, from London and has yet to nominate a successor, leaving the post vacant and raising concerns over a possible long-term downgrade in diplomatic relations. Kelin, who had served as Russia’s ambassador for
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Africa & World
No Degree Needed: Kenya’s electoral commission Confirms Candidates Can Run For President, Governor And MP In 2027
KENYA: No Degree Needed: IEBC Confirms Candidates Can Run For President, Governor And MP In 2027 Kenya’s electoral commission says candidates will not need a university degree to run for president, governor, or parliament in the 2027 election. Speaking to local media, IEBC Commissioner Ann…
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Sport
UEFA chief Aleksander Čeferin calls for Infantino to quit but rules out replacing him
UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin has ruled himself out of the running to replace FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, but warned that the embattled FIFA boss must either quit or face a leadership challenge in March. Infantino has come under increasing pressure to
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Politics
Putin Gives the Kremlin Power to Take over Businesses Hit by Ukraine
Vladimir Putin has authorized the Russian state to assume “temporary management” of critical infrastructure when the government decides its owners failed to protect it from Ukrainian drones—or did not repair it quickly enough afterward. The decree covers energy facilities, factories, communications, transportation, logistics
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Crime & Courts
Police Assess Security Risks at Government Sites
The Zambia Police Service says it is conducting security risk assessments at...
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Crime & Courts
79 Apprehended in Suspected Cybercrime Operation
Seventy-nine people have been apprehended in a joint security operation targeting a...
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Zambia
Consortium PVT Estimates HH Won 2026 Election
& Patricia Banda A consortium of civil society organisations promoting good governance...
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Politics
19-year-old Tonse Alliance supporter takes own life after political dispute with UPND-supporting sister!
19-year-old NRPUP supporter takes own life after political dispute with UPND-supporting sister! A 19-year-old woman in Mambwe District has died by taking her own life following a reported political dispute with her elder sister. The incident occurred around 10:00 hours today at Chiumbu Village in…
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Politics
Police Ig Explains Court Presence, Cites Ongoing Security Risk Assessments
Details in the statement…………………….. The Zambia Police Service, in collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies, is conducting security risk assessments at selected key Government premises across the country. The operations are intelligence-led and preventive, aimed at safeguarding Government institutions, public officers, and members
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Politics
Human Rights Commission Concerned over Countrywide Closure of Court Premises
The Human Rights Commission has expressed deep concern over the reported countrywide closure of court premises in Zambia today, August 24, 2026. The Commission says any disruption to normal judicial operations must be balanced against constitutional guarantees of the rule of law, the right to
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Politics
Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed
PVT SETTLES POLL QUESTION Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 — 24-08-2026 – The Parallel Vote Tabulation (PVT) conducted by the Consortium of Civil Society Organisations for…
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Politics
Jawuz Backs Court Closure over Security Concerns
The Judicial and Allied Workers Union of Zambia (JAWUZ) has backed the decision to close courts across the country on security grounds, saying the measure should be respected. JAWUZ president Peter Mwale said the union had directed its members countrywide not to report for work…
