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Africa & World
Guinea-Bissau votes to expand presidential powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau have approved constitutional reforms that significantly strengthen presidential powers ahead of general elections scheduled for December. Provisional results from the electoral commission showed that 70 percent of voters backed the proposed changes, while 30 percent rejected them. Turnout was reported at nearly…
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Crime & Courts
Police Probe Motorist WHO Fled Stop Order during Presidential Motorcade
The Zambia Police Service has launched investigations into a motorist who allegedly defied a lawful order to stop and sped off during the movement of President Hakainde Hichilema’s motorcade in Lusaka. The incident happened at the T-junction of Chilimbulu and Mosi-oa-Tunya Roads as the Presidential…
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Politics
UPND Committed to Inclusive Media Simuuwe
UPND Media Director MARK SIMUUWE says the UPND Government remains committed to a professional, responsible...
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Health
US Gifts Zambia with Lenacapavir HIV Prevention Medication
The first shipment of United States-funded Lenacapavir HIV prevention medication has arrived...
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Business
Government Clears K11M Debt With EPs Water Utility
Government has cleared off the 11.5-million Kwacha debt in unpaid water bills...
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Opinion
A call for increased agro funding
Zambia’s drive to transform agriculture into a major engine of economic growth will require greater investment, improved access to finance and markets, and a gradual shift away from reliance on input subsidies.
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Crime & Courts
Mwamba Peni Seeks Immediate Release from Police Custody
Former Permanent Secretary for Special Duties Mwamba Peni has asked the High Court to order...
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Zambia
Mundubile, Zulu Among 18 Transferred to Mukobeko Prison
National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) 2026 Presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, lawyer Makebi...
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Politics
Paul Kabuswe Seeks Fresh Election
Former Mines Minister and UPND parliamentary candidate for Chililabombwe, Paul Kabuswe, wants the High Court...
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Crime & Courts
Livingstone Woman Raped In A Classroom
A 23-year-old woman has allegedly been raped in Livingstone, Southern province, by a man known...
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Agriculture
Over 270,000 Farmers Ready to Access Inputs Under FISP
Over 270,000 farmers are ready to access their allocated agricultural inputs from...
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Crime & Courts
CB Police Arrest 5 Suspects Over illegal Fertilizer Repackaging
Police in Mpongwe have arrested five suspects in connection with an illegal...
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Sport
Lecce takes legal action against Banda, Al-Swehly
Zambian winger Lameck Banda faces a legal dispute with former club Lecce after the Italian side opened proceedings over his move to Libyan club Al-Swehly Sports Club.
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Business
Developers turn to subleasing amid narrow buying options within CBD
Zambia continues to attract massive investments across
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Politics
Renewed mandate, heavy duty!
The inauguration of President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice-President WK Mutale Nalumango yesterday is not merely a ceremonial spectacle. It is a solemn reaffirmation of Zambia’s democratic credentials, a continuation of the constitutional order, and a reminder of the heavy responsibilities that accompany a second term…
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Business
Zambian farmers urged to follow weather advisories
The Ministry of Agriculture has urged farmers to closely monitor official weather forecasts and agricultural advisories as they prepare for the 2026/2027 farming season. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ministry Principal Public Relations Officer, Balewa Zyuulu, said timely access to weather and agricultural information…
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Business
Can low-income families still afford to build homes in Lusaka?
A real estate consultant has expressed concern
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Business
Over 90% of Bureau trade is done in the US dollar – Bureau President
The Zambian Kwacha has in recent past
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Politics
Mnangagwa, Ruto Hail Zambias Democracy, Urge Unity after Elections
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Kenyan President William Ruto have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on...
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Politics
Hh Pledges Growth, Unity and Opportunity in Second Term
President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to use his second term to accelerate economic growth, create...
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Education
Yango food supports partner couriers with back-to-school packages
Yango Food, part of the global technology company Yango Group, has supported its partner couriers with back-to-school packages containing essential learning materials for their children, as families across Zambia prepare for the new school term packages — which included exercise books, pens, pencils, crayons and…
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Politics
Mnangagwa, Ruto Hail Zambia’s Democracy, Urge Unity after Elections
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Kenyan President William Ruto have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, while calling for continued unity and stronger regional cooperation as Zambia begins a new five-year term. Speaking at President Hichilema’s inauguration in Lusaka, President Mnangagwa described Zambia and…
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Opinion
Presidency says no post-election crisis in Zambia
Zambia is not facing an election crisis or breakdown of democratic order following the Aug. 13 general election, State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka has said, describing ongoing concerns as suspected criminal activity by some individuals. Hamasaka made the remarks in response to commentary…
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Politics
Hh Pledges Growth, Unity and Opportunity in Second Term
President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to use his second term to accelerate economic growth, create jobs and expand opportunities for Zambians, while calling for unity following the 2026 General Elections. Speaking during his inauguration in Lusaka, President Hichilema says the focus of the next five…
