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  • Politics

    PeP founder Sean Tembo announces retirement from politics

    PATRIOTS for Economic Progress (PeP) founder Sean Tembo has announced his retirement from active politics, effective immediately. In a statement issued on Thursday, Mr. Tembo said the decision followed “careful consideration and extensive consultations with family and friends.” Today marks 10 years since he founded…

    Mwebantu 1 min read
  • Lifestyle

    Police probe reported death of influencer, Lisa Mutalu.

    POLICE are investigating the reported death of social media influencer and content creator Lisa Mutalu. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha said that officers were deployed to establish the circumstances surrounding the death. Mutalu was reported dead in the early hours of Thursday. “Officers…

    Mwebantu 1 min read
  • Entertainment

    Moses Sakala – Sangatilekelele

    Legendary Zambian musician Moses Sakala, the remaining one half of the iconic Sakala Brothers duo, has returned with a powerful new single titled “Sangatilekelele.” The faith-inspired record carries a message of hope, reminding listeners that God will never abandon them regardless of the challenges they…

    ZedScoop 1 min read
  • Politics

    Zambia thanks outgoing UN Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali

    GOVERNMENT has commended outgoing United Nations Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali for her “dedicated service and invaluable contribution” to the country’s development during her four-year tenure. Vice President Dr. W.K. Mutale-Nalumango said the government and people of Zambia expressed “profound appreciation” for Ms. Mutali’s partnership, commitment…

    Mwebantu 2 min read
  • Politics

    Family seeks habeas corpus for NRPUP spokesperson allegedly held since Aug. 14

    THE family of National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential spokesperson George Chisanga has filed a High Court application seeking his release, saying he has been detained at Chelstone Police Station since Aug. 14 without charge. In court papers filed Aug. 17, Chisanga’s…

    Mwebantu 2 min read
  • Politics

    No tolerance for anarchy – HH

    CHOMBA MUSIKA Lusaka PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has warned that he will not tolerate individuals seeking to promote anarchy, political violence or division through the use of militias. Mr Hichilema said no one will be allowed to divide Zambia and warned that those found promoting anarchy…

    Daily Mail 2 min read
  • Zambia

    Peaceful democratic engagement crucial

    ZAMBIA is at an important moment in its democratic journey, and the need for peaceful, responsible and mature political engagement has never been greater. Elections inevitably generate strong emotions. Victories bring celebration while defeats can bring disappointment, anger and uncertainty. But political competition must never…

    Daily Mail 4 min read
  • Entertainment

    Aqualaskin – Twelibebele (UPND Victory Song)

    Zambian music artist Aqualaskin has returned with another politically themed release, unveiling a new single titled “Twelibebele (UPND Victory Song)” following the party’s latest electoral victory. The new record sees Aqualaskin once again tapping into the political moment through music, delivering a song aimed at…

    ZedScoop 1 min read
  • Business

    Kwambula Continues to Transform Lives Through Skills Development

    The Kwambula Training Centre continues to transform

    ZBT 2 min read
  • Business

    Copper production drops 35% for Small-Scale local miners despite prices exceeding $14,000 per tonne

    Copper production for small-scale miners, who are

    ZBT 1 min read
  • Business

    Global nickel prices dip

    Nickel prices on the global market have

    ZBT
  • Africa & World

    Zambia exported Portland cement worth over K230 million to Congo DR in June

    According to official government data, Zambia exported

    ZBT
  • Politics

    Citizens First calls for independent probe into Kafwaya killing

    CITIZENS First president Harry Kalaba has called for a clear, transparent and independent account of the events surrounding the death of former Lunte MP Mutotwe Kafwaya. In a statement, Mr. Kalaba said he was addressing the nation “with profound sadness” following the “tragic passing” of…

    Mwebantu 1 min read
  • Business

    EAZ projects Kwacha to hold between K18 and K20

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  • Opinion

    Keeping Girls in School: Musipi’s Story of Loss, Resilience and Hope

    When the only thing standing in your way is an opportunity, everything can seem unachievable until that opportunity is given to you. For 14-year-old Musipi Mundia, that opportunity came through the Keep a Girl Child in School (KGS) programme. Musipi is a Grade 10 pupil…

    Lusaka Star 4 min read
  • Crime & Courts

    Socialist Party condemns killing of former MP Mutotwe Kafwaya

    THE Socialist Party has condemned the killing of former Lunte MP and former Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya, calling it “frightening, saddening and annoying.” In a statement, party president Fred M’membe said news of Mr. Kafwaya’s death “sent a cold chill down our spines and has deeply…

    Mwebantu 1 min read
  • Politics

    Former MP Mutotwe Kafwaya confirmed dead after Kabulonga operation

    FORMER Lunte Member of Parliament Mutotwe Kafwaya has been confirmed dead following a joint security operation in Kabulonga on August 14, 2026 Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba said on August 14, 2026, around 19:30 hours, a Joint Task Force team from the Central Joint…

    Mwebantu 2 min read
  • Politics

    Mutotwe Kafwaya’s wife seeks husband’s release from detention

    THE wife of former Lunte MP Mutotwe Kafwaya has filed an application in the Lusaka High Court seeking an order for her missing husband to be brought before court. His wife, Dinis Ng’andu, has filed an application in the Lusaka High Court seeking leave to…

    Mwebantu 1 min read
  • Politics

    NRPUP president Tembo congratulates president HH, urges respect for results.

    NATIONAL Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) President Ezra Tembo has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his election victory after defeating the party’s candidate Brian Mundubile. Mr. Tembo said NRPUP accepts the outcome of the August 13 general elections and urged all party members…

    Mwebantu
  • Politics

    UPND’s Simon Chitambala Mwewa elected Lusaka Mayor

    VLOGGER and businessman Simon Chitambala Mwewa has been elected Mayor of Lusaka after polling 200,029 votes in the August 13 general elections. Lusaka Returning Officer Oliver Muka declared Mr. Chitambala duly elected on Wednesday. Standing on the United Party for National Development (UPND) ticket, Mr…

    Mwebantu 1 min read
  • Politics

    August 13 polls should be audited – Prof Bwalya

    …as peace and conflict expert says local and international observer reports provide a foundation for assessing the strengths and weaknesses of Zambia’s electoral process By NATION REPORTER THE principle of auditing Zambia’s just-ended general elections is sound, but any such exercise should begin with the…

    Daily Nation
  • Politics

    Let forgiveness, reconciliation reign – CCZ

    …as the Church body urges Zambians to reject division, respect democratic institutions and embrace the spirit of One Zambia, One Nation. By NATION REPORTER THE Council of Churches in Zambia (CCZ) has called on all Zambians, regardless of political affiliation, to embrace peace, unity, forgiveness…

    Daily Nation
  • Politics

    Looting, violence mars HH victory

    …with suspected UPND cadres going on rampage looting, burning shops of citizens they suspected were supporting the opposition By BARNABAS ZULU SUSPECTED UPND cadres yesterday went on rampage and unleashed a wave of attacks and arson across the country, targeting traders, opposition supporters and other…

    Daily Nation
  • Politics

    Zambia needs healing – Mukandila

    THE Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has called for national healing, calm and restraint following the 2026 general elections, urging political players to put the country’s interests above individual and political ambitions. Celestine Mukandila, the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance secretary general said the country needed…

    Daily Nation