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Politics
Election petitions in Zambia: will the courts follow the law or the convenience of the moment-by Isaac Mwanza
Following the 13 August 2026 General Elections, Zambia is once again entering the familiar territory of election petitions. Several losing opposition candidates have already approached the courts challenging the results declared by the Electoral Commission of Zambia. More strikingly, more than 20 UPND candidates have…
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Crime & Courts
U.S congressman calls for due process, transparency in Zambia’s post-election disputes
U.S. Representative, Gregory Weldon Meeks, has called on the Zambian government to allow the courts to hear legal challenges to the results of the August 13 elections, saying judicial review was critical to protecting the country’s democratic credibility. He said the United States must press…
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Politics
‘Appoint action-oriented Cabinet’
Economic Front President Wynter Kabimba has urged President Hakainde Hichilema to appoint a more action-oriented and competent Cabinet to help deliver his campaign promises during his second term.
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Business
US EXIM reopens short-term trade financing facilities for Zambia
The United States Export-Import Bank (US EXIM) has reopened credit and insurance facilities for short-term trade transactions involving Zambia’s private sector, the Zambian Embassy in Washington said. The development follows the amendment of the bank’s Country Limitation Schedule (CLS), allowing US EXIM to consider financing…
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Crime & Courts
Lusaka court jails customs official two years over K70,000 bribe
The Lusaka Subordinate Court has convicted and sentenced Mukanta Shapi, Head of Department–Customs at Mwaka Freight Cargo, to two (2) years’ simple imprisonment for offering a K70,000 bribe to an officer. Shapi offered the bribe to officer from the Department of National Parks and Wildlife…
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Sport
Isak fires Liverpool to first win as Ipswich fall 0-2
Alexander Isak struck twice in the opening 10 minutes as Liverpool delivered a first win for new manager Andoni Iraola with a 2-0 victory at Ipswich on Friday. Isak’s Premier League record £125 million ($169 million) move from Newcastle was matched this week by Manchester…
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Crime & Courts
Habeas corpus petitioned
The High Court has dismissed a habeas corpus application by the brother of Tonse Alliance presidential spokesperson George Chisanga, who sought to have the State explain his continued detention. The court ruled that the application had been overtaken by events after Chisanga was charged with…
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Politics
Mukandila NRC, passport cancelled
The Department of National Registration, Passport and Citizenship has cancelled Tonse Alliance general secretary Celestine Mukandila’s Zambian citizenship after determining that his National Registration Card and passport were obtained through fraud, false declaration and misrepresentation.
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Politics
Party leader, M’membe, faults Zambian govt move to strip opposition leader of country’s nationality
Socialist Party leader, Fred M’membe, has accused the government of “foreignising” political opponents following its decision to cancel the National Registration Card (NRC) and passport of Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance Secretary General, Celestine Mukandila. The Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security on Friday issued a Government…
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Crime & Courts
Tonse/Pamodzi official, Mukandila, denied Zambian citizenship; NRC, Passport cancelled by govt
The Zambian government has cancelled and invalidated the National Registration Card (NRC) and passport of Lusaka lawyer and Tonse/Pamodzi Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila, citing alleged fraud, false declaration and misrepresentation. According to Government Gazette Notice No. 1418 of 2026, published on Friday, Mukandila’s NRC…
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Lifestyle
Chitimukulu cancels Ukusefya-Pa Ng’wena Bemba traditional ceremony, cites ‘prevailing mood’
Paramount Chief, Chitimukulu, has announced the cancellation of 2026 Ukusefya-Pa Ng’wena Bemba traditional ceremony citing the ‘prevailing mood’ to allow for celebrations of that nature. Secretary to the Chitimukulu, Richard Mukuka, said in the statement on Friday that the 2026 ceremony had been pushed to…
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Crime & Courts
No Political Prisoners in Zambia MUCHENDE
The Office of the Attorney-General has rejected claims that people recently arrested...
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Business
Govt to Build New Petroleum Refinery at $1.2 Billion
Government plans to build a new Petroleum Refinery next to the the...
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Zambia
U.S. EXIM Bank Reopens Zambia Credit Lines
The United States Government has reopened a financing window for Zambia’s private...
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Politics
ECZ Says Two Parties Qualify for Proportional Seats
The Electoral Commission of Zambia –ECZ- says only two political parties currently...
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Politics
UPND & UN clash over claims of widespread intimidation and concocted treason charges in Zambia
The United Nations and Zambia’s ruling United
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Education
Pay Teachers for Extra Duties
NUPPEZ says sports masters, health coordinators and other teachers carrying additional responsibilities also deserve financial...
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Zambia
Verification Deadline for Health Jobs Extended
The Civil Service Commission has extended the verification deadline for applicants seeking...
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Crime & Courts
Zambia experiences 7% rise in gender-based violence, 10,881 cases recorded in Q2, 2026
Zambia recorded 10,881 Gender-Based Violence cases countrywide during the Second Quarter of 2026, marking a 7 percent increase compared to the same period last year, the Zambia Police Service announced on Friday. Lusaka Province recorded the highest number of criminal GBV cases at 1,696, accounting…
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Zambia
Again, Zambia reaffirms commitment to rule of law, says no political prisoners
The Zambian government has again reaffirmed its commitment to human rights and the rule of law, with the Office of the Attorney-General stating that there were no prisoners of conscience or political prisoners in the country. Acting Attorney General, Marshal Muchende, was responding to concerns…
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Zambia
Stop the Self-Pity and Prepare to Lead
Mwiinde challenges youths and persons with disabilities to stop waiting for opportunities and prepare themselves...
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Technology
Reckless driving incidents fall by 38% across Africa, new Yango ride safety report finds
Yango Ride, a ride-hailing service and part of the global tech company Yango Group, has published regional findings from its 2024–2025 Safety Report, documenting the technology and support systems that make mobility experience safer for passengers and partner drivers across Africa. During 2024–2025, the implementation…
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Crime & Courts
Sean Tembo Insulting Language Case Set for Case to Answer Ruling
The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has set October 2, 2026 for a ruling on whether former...
