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Health
Allow Findlay to have access to medication – family
THE family of Valden Harry Findlay has appealed to the government to ensure that he receives his prescribed medication and is granted access to his lawyers as his reported detention enters its 13th day. The family expressed concern over what it described…
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Politics
It’s HH again!
?as he wins the 2026 general election with a landslide, defeating his closest rival Brian Mundubile in a contest that was largely a two two-horse race, taking his second term having defeated the Patriotic Front in 2021 PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has retained…
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Politics
President-Elect Hakainde Hichilema Addresses the Nation
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, President-elect Hakainde Hichilema is addressing the nation following his re-election. Congratulations to President-elect Hichilema on securing another mandate from the Zambian people. Let us know where in the world you are watching from?. #NationalAddress #HakaindeHichilema #PresidentElect #MwebantuLive #Zambia Watch on YouTube
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Politics
Thank you Zambians – Hichilema
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has paid glorious tribute to Zambians after winning the 2026 general elections, stating that the polls had shown the world what Zambia was, a peaceful and a nation of law and order. “We are truly humbled by the trust…
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Entertainment
Ty2 – My Baby (Lyric Video)
Seasoned Zambian musician Ty2 has returned with a new lyric video for his latest release, “My Baby,” a heartfelt love anthem dedicated to appreciating that special person who brings meaning and happiness into one’s life. On “My Baby,” Ty2 celebrates the beauty of having a…
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Entertainment
Fresh Jay Nard ft. Flex Zm & Venus Eagle – Nga Walinjebele
Lusaka-based rapper Fresh Jay Nard is making his mark with a new heartbreak-inspired single titled “Nga Walinjebele,” a deeply relatable record that explores the pain of giving everything to a relationship only to be left behind. On the song, Fresh Jay Nard tells the story…
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Politics
Hichilema thanks Zambians, pledges development and unity
PRESIDENT-Elect Hakainde Hichilema has thanked Zambians for entrusting him with the country’s highest office once again. Mr. Hichilema said the election demonstrated that Zambia is “a nation of peace, a nation of law and order, a democratic nation that settles our differences at the ballot…
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Politics
UPND’s Chipoka Mulenga wins Chingola West as NRPUP takes Kwacha
FORMER Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Chipoka Mulenga has won the Chingola West Constituency seat on the UPND ticket. Mulenga polled 9,995 votes and was declared winner by Chingola West Returning Officer Grace Mundia. NRPUP’s Borris Chansa came second with 9,944 votes, followed by…
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Business
ERB approves licences worth K18.4bn
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Politics
Why HH has been given another overwhelming mandate by the Zambia People
President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election is not merely a political victory. It is an endorsement of the difficult economic decisions his administration made during its first term and a vote to protect the progress Zambia has achieved since 2021. When President Hichilema…
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Politics
Final Run | 192 of 226 Constituencies Declared | Elections 2026 Update
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
Final Run | 192 of 226 Constituencies Declared | Elections 2026 Update
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Education
UNZASU appeals to opposition following military equipment incident
The University of Zambia Students’ Union (UNZASU) has called on the opposition to denounce violence and surrender any military equipment in their possession, following reports of armed supporters in parts of Lusaka during elections. Speaking during a press briefing in Lusaka today,UNZASU President Mwanto Kabaso…
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Politics
UPND’s Sakala wins Matero seat after tense count
UPND’s Alexander Mumba Sakala has been officially declared Member of Parliament for Matero Constituency after polling 24,129 votes. The race was marked by confusion after Resolute Party candidate Patrick Salubusa took an early lead. Counting was later suspended amid social media speculation, including an alleged…
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Politics
UPND’s Chrizoster Phiri wins Kabwe Central seat
UPND’s Chrizoster Phiri has been elected Member of Parliament for Kabwe Central Constituency after polling 14,474 votes. Phiri defeated her closest rival, NRPUP candidate Patrick Chishala, who garnered 13,749 votes. Returning Officer Sylvester Mubita announced that Citizens First candidate Dorothy Yaluma polled 465 votes, while…
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Politics
Elections 2026 Update | Ecz Announces Next Set of Presidential Results
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
Elections 2026 Update | Ecz Announces Next Set of Presidential Results
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
UPND’s Mwambazi retains Bwana Mukubwa seat
WARREN Mwambazi has retained the Bwana Mukubwa parliamentary seat in Ndola after polling 9,950 votes on the United Party for National Development ticket. Mwambazi, who previously served as an independent Member of Parliament, will now return to the National Assembly as a UPND lawmaker. He…
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Politics
UPND’s Mweetwa retains Choma Central seat
UPND candidate Cornelius Mweetwa has been declared duly elected Member of Parliament for Choma Central Constituency after polling 18,495 votes. Returning Officer Rebecca Kalumba announced the results at 13:40 hours, confirming Mr. Mweetwa’s victory over Independent candidate Baker Chakwana who received 14,803 votes. Independent Rodwell…
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Politics
NRPUP’s Phiri wins Chingola Central seat
NATIONAL Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity candidate Michelle Phiri has been elected Member of Parliament for Chingola Central Constituency after securing 21,948 votes. She defeated UPND candidate Joseph Kazhila, who polled 10,182 votes. Returning Officer Kelvin Mwenda announced the results, stating that 32,456 votes…
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Politics
Explain missing persons, IG, Musamba challenged
F AMILIES of several prominent Zambians reported missing after the August 13 general elections have appealed to Inspector General of Police Graphael Musamba to urgently explain their whereabouts and safety. In an urgent appeal dated August 16, 2026, the families said they…
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Politics
My victory, and that of Brian Mundubile have been stolen in Matero – Salubusa
TONSE Alliance aspiring Matero Member of Parliament Patrick Salubusa has alleged that the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has stolen his victory and that of party president Brian Mundubile through discrepancies in the results being presented at the totalling centre. Speaking during…
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Politics
Former Dmmu National Coordinator Chanda Kabwe Wins Kantanshi Parliamentary Seat.
Resolute Party Candidate Chanda Kabwe has been declared the duly elected Member of Parliament for Kantanshi Constituency. The former DMMU coordinator polled 10,473 votes, defeating his closest challenger, Dr. Anthony Mumba of the UPND who got 8,391 votes. Mr. Mumba joined the Patriotic Front-PF- in…
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Politics
Iris Kaingu Defeats UPND Candidate in Mwandi
Independent candidate Iris Kaingu has won the Mwandi Constituency parliamentary seat, defeating the ruling UPND candidate, Sibeso Sefulo. Returning Officer Nowa Nowa has declared Kaingu as duly elected MP for Mwandi after polling 6,595 votes compared to Sefulo who obtained 6,110. Kaingu, who had previously…
