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Politics
HH Heads to UAE to Boost Investment
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA will undertake a working visit to the United Arab...
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Business
Zambia targets 7% average growth as budget plan shifts focus to expansion
Zambia is targeting average economic growth of about 7 percent between 2027 and 2029 as the government shifts its policy focus from macroeconomic stabilisation towards higher production, investment and exports to create jobs and raise household incomes. The target is contained in the 2027–2029 Medium…
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Crime & Courts
Authorities warn public ahead of Archbishop Banda questioning
The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) and the Zambia Police Service have warned members of the public against unlawful assemblies, processions or any conduct that may breach the peace as Lusaka Archbishop Dr. Alick Banda appears for questioning over a vehicle suspected to have been unlawfully…
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Technology
No Limit Telegram: Hidden Dangers You Must Know
No Limit Telegram is an unofficial, modified version of the Telegram app that claims to remove the standard restrictions found in the official platform. While Telegram already offers end-to-end encryption and generous limits, this mod promises bigger file uploads, larger groups, unlimited forwarding, and deeper…
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Health
Morocco’s king expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks
His Majesty the King of Morocco Mohammed VI addressed on Saturday 26 September 2026 two messages to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques of Islam, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Sovereign of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and to HRH Crown Prince Mohammed…
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Politics
HH Calls for Peaceful Handling of Political Differences
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA says political differences must be managed peacefully through established...
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Business
Hichilema heads to UAE on investment drive
President Hakainde Hichilema will undertake a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Sept. 29 to 30, 2026, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and attracting investment to Zambia. Acting Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, said the visit, at the invitation…
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Business
Avocado Mining reportedly convicted for attempted smuggling offense
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) says it has secured the conviction of Avocado Mining Limited for attempted smuggling and, in a separate enforcement operation, seized two Toyota Land Cruisers following the detection of customs misclassification. In a statement issued in Lusaka on Sunday, ZRA Manager…
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Sport
Yalcouye makes dream debut as Ivory Coast beat Ghana in AFCON qualifier
Brighton striker Malick Yalcouye made a dream debut for Ivory Coast by scoring in a 2-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying victory over Ghana in Bouake on Thursday. The 20-year-old unleashed a shot from just outside the box on 44 minutes that beat goalkeeper Lawrence…
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Sport
Dramatic winners Zimbabwe to end five-year exile by tackling DR Congo football
Zimbabwe will play at home for the first time in five years when they host the Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday in a top-of-the-table Africa Cup of Nations group qualifier. Major renovations to the 60 000-seat National Sports Stadium on the outskirts of the…
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Sport
Senegal draw first match under Vieira and Nigeria survive scare
Former France star, Patrick Vieira, debuted as Senegal coach by drawing 1-1 in Mozambique, and Nigeria survived a scare to edge Madagascar 2-1 in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying on Friday. Aston Villa striker Nicolas Jackson put controversial 2026 AFCON runners-up Senegal ahead after 32…
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Lifestyle
Zambian artistes to headline local line-up at music festival
Zambian music stars including Yo Maps, Mampi Queen Diva and Danny Kaya will join international music star Jason Derulo at the 2026 Stanbic Music Festival in Lusaka. The festival, scheduled for October 3 at Polo Field A, Lusaka Showgrounds, will also feature Mwila and the…
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Africa & World
27 killed in two South Africa shootings
At least 27 people have been killed and more than 20 wounded in two separate shootings in South African townships, according to police as reported by Aljazeera. The first attack occurred late Saturday at a tavern in Wedela, southwest of Johannesburg, where at least 17…
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Zambia
HCAZ calls for support to grow Zambia’s gastronomy industry
Hotel and Catering Association of Zambia (HCAZ) President Christopher Nsenje has called for greater collaboration among stakeholders to support the growth of Zambia’s gastronomy industry. Speaking at the second edition of the Zambia Gastronomy Awards held yesterday at Mkango Golfview Hotel, Mr Nsenje said gastronomy…
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Crime & Courts
Lubinda demands transparency over renewed DEC summons of Archbishop Banda
Given Lubinda, an opposition voice, has expressed concern over the renewed summons issued to Archbishop Alick Banda by the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC), calling for transparency, fairness and respect for due process. Banda had reportedly been summoned by the DEC on Monday, Sept. 28, prompting…
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Africa & World
Zambians in U.S demand UN action, sanctions over post-election crackdown
Concerned Zambians in the United States demonstrated outside the United Nations in New York on Saturday, calling for urgent international action over what they described as a serious deterioration in human rights, democratic governance, civic space and the rule of law following Zambia’s August 13…
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Africa & World
Zambia won’t allow internal political disputes degenerate into armed conflicts —Haimbe
Zambia is not at war and remains peaceful, stable and democratic following its recent general election, Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Mulambo Haimbe told the United Nations General Assembly on Friday. Delivering Zambia’s General Debate Statement at the 81st Session of the UN General…
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Politics
We’re set for November by-elections
Zambia’s ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) says it is ready for the November 5 by-elections, with the party seeking to retain public support in the parliamentary and local government polls.
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Technology
Mercuria & Exergy Energy sign $250 million investment deal to accelerate African power projects
Exergy, an Africa-focused integrated energy investor, and
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Zambia
Make ECL death probe public
A South African pressure group has called for an update on investigations into claims that Zambia’s sixth president Edgar Chagwa Lungu was poisoned, describing the matter as a “cold case”.
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Politics
Love is the answer
President Hakainde Hichilema and First Lady Mutinta have called on Zambian families to embrace love, harmony and unity, saying strong families are key to peace and happiness in the country.
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Zambia
Zambia Establishes New Partnerships With Belize, Malta
Zambia has expanded its international cooperation through new partnerships with Belize and...
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Opinion
Acamento: The Art of Finishing with Precision and Excellence
In every project I’ve worked on, whether in design, content creation, or client services, I’ve learned that the final impression often outweighs the initial effort. This realization led me to explore the Portuguese concept of Acamento, derived from acabamento, meaning “finishing” or “final touch.” It…
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Zambia
Zambia Calls for Stronger Pandemic Preparedness
Zambia has called for stronger global preparedness and cooperation to prevent and...
