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Opinion
Zambia celebrates Mushibi’s historic Miss World feat
A historic run at the 73rd Miss World pageant ends with Zambia's Adah Mushibi reaching the Top 12 and winning the Multimedia Challenge, prompting a national campaign to honor the "beauty with brains" queen.
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Agriculture
Without water and grass, 7.4 million cattle target will fail – NASFA
National Association of Smallholder Farmers (NASFA) has
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Crime & Courts
33 Year Old Woman of Choma Murdered, 50 Year Old Husband Apprehended
A 33 year old woman of Zambia Compound in Choma District has been found dead in her house in a suspected murder. Southern Province Police Commissioner Moono Namalongo has confirmed the incident, stating that the deceased’s 49 year old mother, Mildred Yomena, reported the matter…
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Opinion
Inside the making of Hobo
Filmmaking in Zambia is not for the faint-hearted, and nobody told that to the crew of Hobo more clearly than the calendar did. The idea started on a laptop after work, written in stolen evenings over three months. By the time the first frame was…
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Sport
Townsend’s walk-on outfit wins big at US Open
NEW YORK – TAYLORTownsend turned the entrance tunnel to Arthur Ashe Stadium into her personal runway on Sunday at the 2026 US Open, wearing a walk-on look as she strutted onto the court for her fourth-round singles match against Aryna Sabalenka in a black, floor-length…
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Crime & Courts
Former Copperbelt Police Chief Yuyi Faces Fraudulent Metals Dealing Charge
Former Copperbelt Police Commissioner Mwala Yuyi is now facing a charge of fraudulently dealing in metals, after the initial charge of theft by public servant was dropped. His lawyer, Siisii Mulele, says the change follows the failure by police to establish the initial charge against…
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Sport
Record broken!…as BB11 stars in Orlando victory
Copper Queens captain Barbara Banda scored her 14th league goal to set a new Orlando Pride single-season club record, helping her side beat Houston Dash 3-1 for their first September victory and giving interim head coach Yolanda Thomas a winning start.
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Crime & Courts
CLA decries Zambia’s post-election rule-of-law crisis, demands probe of Kafwaya’s murder by state agents
The Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA) has expressed deep concern over developments in Zambia following the August 13, 2026 general election, warning that recent events threaten access to justice, judicial independence and the safety of legal practitioners. In a statement released in Lusaka, the CLA said…
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Crime & Courts
Police Arrest Suspect in Norman Mapango Murder
Police have arrested 24-year-old Juma Mulonti in connection with the death of 24-year-old Norman Mapango, who was allegedly stabbed during a quarrel in John Laing Compound, Lusaka. The incident happened on August 29, 2026, around 21:00 hours near Eboloko Night Club. Police say Mapango was…
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Technology
Techbytes: Egypt’s Mylerz secures over USD 2 million to grow e-commerce logistics operations
Egyptian logistics startup Mylerz has raised more than USD 2 million in a combination of debt and equity to scale its fulfilment and last-mile delivery operations across Egypt. Lorax Capital Partners led the round, with participation from Egyptian fintech giant Fawry and a group of…
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Education
UNZA launches IRIMS to transform research management and boost visibility
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has commenced the Integrated Research Information Management System (IRIMS) training at the UNZA Main Campus, bringing together members of the University’s research and academic community. The training was officially opened yesterday by the UNZA Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Research and Innovation…
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Education
UNZA launches IRIMS to transform research management and boost visibility
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has commenced the Integrated Research Information Management System (IRIMS) training at the UNZA Main Campus, bringing together members of the University’s research and academic community. The training was officially opened yesterday by the UNZA Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Research and Innovation…
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Entertainment
Local Contractors Set for Capacity Building
Government says it is working more closely with local contractors to improve...
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Zambia
Embrace risk mgt – ZDML managers challenged
Senior and middle managers at Zambia Daily Mail Limited have been urged to strengthen risk management systems to prevent financial losses, improve accountability and protect the company’s resources and reputation.
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Politics
Chris ZUMANI: How can HH be motivated to dialogue or reconcile with people who don’t recognize him as president?Brian Mundubile must publicly recognize HH as the sitting president regardless of what happened in August
Recognition of HH as Sitting President Versus Meaningful Dialogue and Reconciliation with BM: Why Complex Political Problems Are More Resolved Through Dialogue & Mediation, Not in Courts By Dr. Chris ZUMANI Zimba …..Politics is for everyone, but political strategy, divine humility and intellectual wisdom is…
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Business
FRA claims maize purchase target exceeds 100 percent in Northern Province
The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) in Northern Province has reportedly exceeded its maize purchase target for the 2026 Crop Marketing Season, having procured a total of 192,023.50 metric tonnes of white maize as of September 7, 2026, against the provincial target of 95,000 metric tonnes…
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Business
Civil Society groups urge stronger regulation as Zambia faces surge in critical minerals investment
Civil Society groups have warned that Zambia’s push to become a leading supplier of minerals for the global energy transition must be matched with stronger environmental regulation and public participation to avoid repeating mistakes seen elsewhere in the region. The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI)…
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Politics
ZNWL appeals for more women appointments
The Zambia National Women’s Lobby has urged President Hakainde Hichilema to increase the number of women appointed to Cabinet, saying greater representation is key to advancing gender equality and good governance.
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Business
Zambia’s revenue authority launches nationwide cost of tax compliance survey
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has commenced a nationwide Cost of Tax Compliance Survey to establish the costs, challenges and practical experiences taxpayers encounter when meeting their tax obligations. The survey will run from 7 September to 31 October 2026 and forms part of ZRA’s…
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Agriculture
Can Zambia Meet $1bn beef export target wihout stock depletion?
Former Veterinary Association of Zambia (VAZ) President
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Politics
Ecf-SADC Calls for Electoral Reforms after 2026 Polls
The Electoral Commissions Forum of SADC Countries (ECF-SADC) has called for continued electoral reforms in...
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Crime & Courts
Woman Accused of Dumping Two Children in Ngwerere River Sent for Medical Check Up
Lusaka High Court Judge Chipola Bako has ordered accused Mary Kashilika to undergo medical examination...
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Business
Central PS Urges Speedy Asm Licence Processing
Central Province Permanent Secretary Milner Mwanakampwe has urged the speedy processing of Artisanal Small-Scale Mining...
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Agriculture
1 million Mt wheat target by 2031 is achievable – GTAZ
Grain Traders Association of Zambia (GTAZ) has
