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Muammar Gaddafi: The Man WHO Ruled Libya for 42 Years—and Died as His Regime Collapsed
Happens when a young army officer takes power promising to free his country from foreign influence—then spends more than four decades building one of Africa’s most controversial authoritarian regimes? On September 1, 1969, a 27-year-old Libyan army officer named
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Politics
Commonwealth, Morocco, Namibia Congratulate President Hichilema
The Commonwealth, the Kingdom of Morocco and Republic of Namibia have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as Republican President. In separate statements made available to ZANIS, the three leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening relations with Zambia and supporting its continued development under…
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Politics
Chief Kazembe congratulations President Hichilema on re-election
Chief Kazembe of the Chewa-speaking people in Lumezi District has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema, on his re-election as Republican President in the recently held General Election. Chief Kazembe said traditional leaders remain resolute in working with the Government of the day to promote development and…
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Health
Southern Africa truck drivers raise the alarm over worsening congestion at Kazungula border
The Southern Africa Truck Drivers Association of Zambia (SATDAZ) has raised the alarm over worsening congestion and deteriorating humanitarian conditions at the Kazungula One-Stop Border Post, saying truck drivers were being forced to spend days on queues without access to basic sanitation facilities. Association Secretary…
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Crime & Courts
Kapiri Mposhi man killed by Elephant
An attempt to capture a picture of a wandering elephant turned fatal when the jumbo suddenly charged at 53-year-old of Nalituba Village in Kapiri Mposhi District, Central Province. Abel Mukuni was attempting to photograph the elephant with his mobile phone when it attacked him, killing…
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Africa & World
Zambia set to face Nigeria in Round of 16 at CAVB Volleyball Championship
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Zambia
Power, Mazembe share spoils in 1-1 stalemate
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Sport
Mutapa names 32-man provisional U20 squad for AFCON qualifier tournament
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Technology
Chiengi facing intermittent connectivity.
Mobile network coverage in Chiengi District has
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Technology
This election fell far short of being free and fair – JCTR, NGOCC, TIZ, ADEG, FPI and 6 others
Eleven Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have declared
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Politics
MUNDUBILE, ZULU WHISKED TO MUKOBEKO… face maximum security after state security crackdown
By DAVID KANDUZAINCARCERATED politicians Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu have been moved to Kabwe’s Mukobeko Maximum Security Prison after being slapped with treason charges. The high-profile duo were formally charged at the Lusaka Central Police Headquarters following arrests tied to activities deemed threatening
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Politics
Ten Political Steps to Restore UPND on the Copperbelt
The Copperbelt can be restored as a strong UPND base, but this requires deliberate political renewal, economic confidence and sustained grassroots engagement, not rallies alone. 1. RENEW POLITICAL AND GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP Assess both party and government leadership. Where necessary, introduce fresh, energetic and
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Politics
Mandevu Candidates Urge ECZ Not to Rush Results Despite Delays
By Elesani Phiri Parliamentary candidates who contested the Mandevu constituency seat have called on the Electoral Commission of Zambia-ECZ-not to rush in announcing the election results. The ECZ has not yet announced the Mandevu parliamentary results since residents voted on August 13, with the delay
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Politics
TREASON PROBE DEEPENS… as Barbra Musamba accuses Archbishop Alick Banda of using Catholic Church as campaign launch pad for detained Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu
TREASON PROBE DEEPENS… as political and economic blogger Barbra Musamba accuses Archbishop Alick Banda of using Catholic Church as campaign launch pad for detained Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu By DAVID KANDUZA A FIERCE political storm is engulfing the Catholic Archdiocese of Lusaka following explosive…
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Politics
Kafwaya died for Zambia’s second Independence — Davis Mwila
Kafwaya died for Zambia’s second Independence — Mwila TONSE-PAMODZI Alliance member Davis Mwila has described the late Mutotwe Kafwaya as a freedom fighter who died fighting for Zambia’s “second Independence.” Mwila says Kafwaya was an intelligent Parliamentarian who meaningfully contributed to national discourse and played…
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Politics
Mundubile, Makebi spend night in police custody as treason investigation deepens
MORNING WIRE | Mundubile, Makebi spend night in police custody as treason investigation deepens Opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu have spent the night in police custody after investigators recorded warn-and-caution statements from them in connection with an alleged offence of treason. Police spokesperson…
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Politics
Nrpup Exit from Tonse Could Trigger MP Expulsions – Gears
GEARS The GEARS Initiative has warned that the decision by the NRPUP to leave the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance could create uncertainty for MPs who contested the recent elections under the alliance Newly elected Milenge NRPUP MP Gystave Chonde said he would respect the position of…
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Politics
UPND Alliance — 15 Political Parties & Their Presidents
THEIR PRESIDENTS The UPND Alliance continues to bring together political parties and leaders committed to working together for national development and a united Zambia. 🇿🇲 UPND — President Hakainde Hichilema ADD – Alliance for Democracy and Development — President Charles MilupiUPND Alliance Chairperson MMD –…
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Politics
Family protests after Kafwaya’s clothes, personal effects go missing in Maina Soko Mortuary
Family of slain former Lunte Member of Parliament Mutotwe Kafwaya has protested the disappearance of some of his personal effects which include clothes he wore on the day he was shot and killed in Lusaka. Family representative Mukupa Busuma said relatives
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Politics
Removal of Clothes is Not a Coincidence
By Kenneth Ng’ona When someone is shot by the police, their clothing is legally removed and withheld because it is considered critical physical evidence of a crime scene. Whether the person shot is viewed as a suspect or a victim, an officer-involved shooting triggers a…
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Africa & World
SA businessman says Ramaphosa must learn from HH on investor friendliness
Paramount Group founder Ivor Ichikovich says he hopes his country’s President Cyril Ramaphosa can sit down with President Hakainde Hichilema to find out what it was like to be investor friendly and to address the basics that people need. Ichikovich made the remarks when
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Politics
I’D LOVE HH TO CONTINUE BEYOND 2031 – UPND deputy SG Gertrude Imenda
I’D LOVE HH TO CONTINUE BEYOND 2031 – IMENDA… but for the “time being” it has to be what the constitution says UPND deputy secretary general Gertrude Imenda says she and others would love President Hakainde Hichilema to continue serving beyond his two term limit…
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Politics
I was in Prison for One Year 10 Days for the Crime i have Never committed- Former Minister of Defence, Hon. Davies Chama
Former Minister of Defence, Hon. Davies Chama wrote: I was in Prison for One Year 10 Days for the Crime i have Never committed. It’s alleged that i shot somebody on the 6th of June, 2015. In my life, i have Never pointed a Gun…
