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Politics
ECZ Sets Two Result Announcements for Today
The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) last night resumed the announcement of presidential election results following the lifting of the suspension of the counting and announcement process. The Commission says results from Feira, Chisamba, Dongwe and Kundabwika constituencies have so far been announced, with incoming…
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Entertainment
Bow Chase – Final Boss Video
Zambian rapper Bow Chase is back with the official music video for his latest release, “Final Boss,” delivering a confident statement that sees the rapper step into his competitive mode and showcase his lyrical ability. On the new record, Bow Chase makes it clear that…
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Entertainment
Mulaza Kaira Speaks After Nchanga Election Loss
Zambian music heavyweight Mulaza Kaira, popularly known as Macky 2, has reacted to losing the Nchanga Parliamentary seat to NRPUP candidate Rosemary Chipoya, accepting the outcome while maintaining that his commitment to serving the people remains unchanged. In a heartfelt statement following the election, Kaira…
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Politics
ECZ lifts suspension, first election results due at 22:00
ECZ lifts the suspension on the counting and announcement of election results, with the first set of results due at 22:00 today, August 14, 2026, following a review of the security situation.
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Crime & Courts
Namwala Woman Allegedly Gang-Raped as Police Launch Manhunt
Police in Namwala have launched a manhunt for two men accused of sexually assaulting a 34-year-old woman in Chibunze area. Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo said the incident occurred on the night of Tuesday, August 11, 2026, while the woman…
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Politics
Tonse Alliance Denies Russia Training was for Election Disruption
The Tonse Alliance has rejected allegations that three of its security personnel detained after returning from Russia were trained to disrupt Zambia’s elections or engage in treasonous activities. Speaking through NRPUP Presidential Candidate spokesperson George Chisanga, the alliance says Victor Muziamba, Dixon Tembo and Gideon…
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Politics
Counting Update Elections | Monze Boarding School
Counting is currently underway at Monze Boarding School Polling Station in Bweengwa Constituency. So far, President Hakainde Hichilema is leading with 228 votes, followed by NRPUP President Brian Mundubile with 24 votes, while Socialist Party President Fred M’membe has 1 vote. A total of 251…
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Sport
MSport Zambia: The Mobile-First Betting Platform Built for Zambian Fans
2,337 ViewsZambia’s betting scene is now mobile-first. Fans want fast bets, quick payouts, and games that run smoothly on any phone. That is exactly what MSport Zambia delivers – football betting, live betting, and popular instant games like Aviator, all in one lightweight platform at…
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Opinion
The Real Cost of Infidelity on Families.
According to the Judiciary of Zambia Annual Report (2022), divorce petitions filed in Local Courts increased from 21,614 in 2021 to 31,452 in 2022, reflecting a sharp rise in marital breakdowns. While every family has its own story, counsellors argue that children often bear the…
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Politics
AbductedHannah, Mary Freed After Secret Detention
Tonse Alliance media team members Mary Lungu and Hannah Katontoka have reportedly been released after an alleged secret detention and interrogation over mobile money transactions. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the two women were freed after news of their disappearance triggered public outrage…
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Politics
Electoral Commission of Zambia Issues Notice on Presidential Candidate Withdrawal
The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has released a public notice confirming the formal withdrawal of a presidential candidate ahead of the polls. According to the notice issued by Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro on today on the 12th of August, 2026…
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Politics
When Power Returns to the People
Jr The Source of Political Power Every election asks a deceptively simple question: who should govern? But beneath that question lies another, more fundamental one: who has the authority to decide? In Zambia, the answer is found at the very beginning of…
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Politics
EVERY human life is precious
EVERY human life is precious and no election, political contest or disagreement is worth losing a single life, State House has said. Clayson Hamasaka, the State House Chief Communications Specialist has called on political leaders and their supporters to protect the peace…
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Entertainment
Namadingo ft. Temwah – My Woman Video
Multi-award-winning Malawian artist Namadingo has returned with the official music video for his latest single, “My Woman,” a heartfelt love song celebrating the special woman who remains by his side through every season of life. On “My Woman,” Namadingo appreciates a significant other who continues…
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Crime & Courts
Sinda Man Dies Weeks after Alleged Tavern Assault
A 27-year-old man has died in Sinda District weeks after he was allegedly assaulted with a pan and brick during a drinking session at a tavern in Mwase Village. The deceased, identified as Andrew Njobvu of Chabamba Village in Chief Kawaza, is…
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Politics
Excavators or Two Million Jobs: What Will Zambians Choose?
As Zambia heads to the August 13 general elections, voters are being presented with very different promises about what development should look like. Brian Mundubile has been associated with promises of tangible community projects, including the reported provision of excavators, while President…
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Politics
HH goes for Mundubile, Makebi By MUBITA KATETE
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has warned opposition political parties and their supporters against disrupting polling stations or engaging in violence during the election period, saying nobody will be allowed to break the law. Mr Hichilema said he had received reports that some opposition actors were planning…
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Crime & Courts
Broadcasters Warned against Predicting Election Outcomes – Iba
The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has warned broadcasters against airing predictions of election outcomes as Zambia heads to the polls this Thursday. The Authority has also reminded broadcasters that no new opinion poll results may be broadcast before the close of polling. Speaking during a…
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Africa & World
At Least 132 Killed in Colombia’s Largest Earthquake in Years
At least 132 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years. The death toll is likely to rise, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings. The magnitude 7.4 quake struck…
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Politics
Hichilema urges peaceful voting after casting ballot
“We have cast our ballot, one vote among millions,” Mr Hichilema said.
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Sport
MSport Zambia: The Mobile-First Betting Platform Built for Zambian Fans
Zambia’s betting scene is now mobile-first. Fans want fast bets, quick payouts, and games that run smoothly on any phone. That is exactly what MSport Zambia delivers – football betting, live betting, and popular instant games like Aviator, all in one lightweight platform at https://www.msport.com/zm/web…
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Politics
Varsity students march to State House for HH.
THOUSANDS of university and college students from Lusaka and some other parts of the country, dressed in resplendent white T-shirts and carrying banners of support for President Hakainde Hichilema yesterday converged at State House. The students, reportedly drawn from about 50 universities…
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Politics
Tonse security, media paralysed
SEVERAL of Brian Mundubile’s campaign team, including his media personnel and bloggers who have allegedly been abducted by police, the military and the UPND cadres are still missing and their whereabouts have remained unknown, the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has disclosed. According to…
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Politics
Tiye P – Before The Ballot Vido
Zambian artist Tiye P has unveiled the official visuals for “Before The Ballot,” a thought-provoking record that reminds citizens of the power they possess when they step into the voting booth. Rather than endorsing a particular political party or candidate, “Before The Ballot” focuses on…
