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Africa & World
Ghana’s last-gasp winner seals 1-0 victory over Panama
CALEB Yirenkyi scored deep into stoppage time to earn Ghana a 1-0 victory over Panama in World Cup Group L on Wednesday, clinching a crucial three points in their bid to reach the knock-out stage for the first time since 2010. Yirenkyi’s goal came in…
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Africa & World
Thermal power plant under construction in Sinazeze
IN a bid to ensure that Zambia has sufficient energy resources, Ezra Group of Companies and ZESCO have partnered to establish a thermal power plant in Sinazeze of Southern Province. The plant, which is expected to produce 400 megawatts of power, is…
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Business
Debt swap was meant to ease civil servants’ financial burdens – Mhango
THE debt swap concept for civil servants was not the creation of a single individual but the result of a broad consultative process involving government institutions, trade unions and financial service providers, Citizens First campaign manager Stanley Mhango has said. Mr Mhango…
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Business
Foreign Exchange Reserves and Their Importance for a Country: The Case of Zambia
Analysis By Professor Lubinda Haabazoka Foreign exchange reserves (often called forex reserves) are one of the most important indicators of a country’s financial strength and external stability. They represent the stock of foreign currency assets held by a country’s central bank to support its currency…
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Agriculture
Farmer battles armed robbers, loses K5,000 and phone
A LUANO farmer showed unexpected bravery after fighting back against armed robbers who burst into his home at midnight and sprayed him in the eyes
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Politics
ECZ to introduce presidential campaign timetable to bring order
THE Electoral Commission of Zambia says it will develop an official presidential campaign timetable aimed to promote fairness, orderly conduct, and effective management of campaign
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Zambia
First thermal power plant coming to Livingstone
ZESCO has signed a 25 year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Gouli Energy Limited for the development of the country’s first thermal power plant in
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Crime & Courts
He made me get loans for him so he could bet, Lusaka nurse cries to court
A LUSAKA civil servant whose job description is to care for the sick and help people stay healthy has ‘discharged’ her husband from the ‘marriage
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Politics
Chiluba family thanks Hichilema for service to Zambia
THE family of late president Frederick Chiluba has thanked President Hakainde Hichilema for his service to the country and the support he has shown them
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Business
Sun King | Powering Access to Brighter Lives
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, Join us live as Sun King showcases innovative energy solutions that are transforming communities and powering access to brighter lives. Discover how affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy is helping homes, businesses, and communities make the switch to more possibilities every day. Let…
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Business
Exports drive K3.5bn trade surplus
SADC, COMESA trade boosts Zambia’s export performance NKOMBO KACHEMBA Lusaka ZAMBIA has maintained its position as a net exporter within the regional trade blocs of SADC and COMESA, recording trade surpluses of K2.9 billion in the dual SADC-COMESA market and K0.03 billion in COMESA exclusive…
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Business
State completes fuel tanker project
PS says trucks will soon be handed over to selected youth co-operatives FANNY KALONDA, IDEON NYENDWA Lusaka, Ndola GOVERNMENT has concluded the management of the fuel tanker project, through Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), and will be handing over the trucks to selected youth co-operatives. Ministry…
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Entertainment
Family rejection over career, dressing.
Entertainer Finess Chanda popularly known as Bana Chanda from the comedy duo Abena Swanky T has revealed that her family particularly her mother, initially rejected her because of her career choices and style of dressing. Speaking during an interview on Yatu Vibes Chanda said her…
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Entertainment
Kopala Kenzo defends female content creators against unfair public criticism.
Content creator Ian Kalumba, popularly known as Kopala Kenzo, has urged people to stop judging female content creators when they achieve something good in life.According to a Facebook statement, he said female content creators are capable of buying vehicles because they make money from advertising…
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Sport
Dr Congo Hold Portugal to Historic World Cup Draw
DR Congo have held Portugal to a one-all draw in a historic Group K 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at NRG Stadium in Houston. Portugal drew first blood when João Neves headed home an outswinging cross from Pedro Neto in the sixth minute, giving Cristiano…
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Sport
Major Boost for Nkana Fc as FIFA Lifts Transfer Ban
FIFA has lifted the transfer ban imposed on Nkana FC, with the 13-time Zambian champions now cleared to register new players ahead of the 2026/27 season. The ban, which was imposed in 2024 due to a dispute involving Nigerian defender Kelvin Emmanuel Ugah, had prevented…
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Business
No chimbuya for Shoprite workers
SHOPRITE workers hoping to honour their departed colleagues by turning fellow employees into walking bags of mealie meal will now have to leave the powder
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Politics
I only have one vote, it is for President Hichilema – Charity Banda
PF faction national chairperson Charity Banda says despite spending 25 years in PF politics, the only vote she has in next month’s election belongs to
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Crime & Courts
ACC arrests teacher for getting bribe to recruit teacher
THE Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has warned against paying bribes for employment after nabbing a secondary school teacher for soliciting K90,000 to hook up a victim’s
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Politics
We’ll be working on lowering cost of living, mealie meal prices already showing signs – Hichilema
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has reassured the country that governments priority going forward is to actively work towards lowering the cost of living. The Head of
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Entertainment
Government Denies Banning Musicians From State Functions
GOVERNMENT has dismissed claims circulating on social media that certain musicians have been barred from performing at state functions. At a joint briefing in Lusaka, Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts Permanent Secretary Kangwa Chileshe and Information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana said no…
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Politics
Vote for Hh and You Will Never Regret – Gbm Advises Zambians
Former Defence Minister Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba (GBM) has urged Zambians to re-elect President Hakainde Hichilema in the forthcoming general election, describing him as a tested and dependable leader who has demonstrated a clear commitment to national development and economic recovery. Speaking as he bids farewell…
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Politics
“ I Will Buy Hh an Airplane after Office”
Presidential aspirant Brian Mundubile has pledged to treat President Hakainde Hichilema with dignity and respect if he wins the upcoming election. Speaking during a rally in Kabwe, Mundubile said he would ensure that President Hichilema enjoys all the privileges and recognition accorded to a former…
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Politics
Sakala’s Development Message Resonates with Matero Residents
More than 3,000 residents packed Matero Community Hall during a combined constituency engagement involving Muchinga Ward 28 and Matero Ward 32, as UPND aspiring Member of Parliament Alexander Mumba Sakala unveiled his vision for the future of the constituency…
