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Health
Over 200 Women Start Lenacapavir
The first shipment of United States-funded Lenacapavir HIV prevention medication has arrived...
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Politics
Zambia Seeks Faster TAZARA Progress
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA has called on China to increase and accelerate investments...
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Technology
Uber exits Nigeria, Uganda in global restructuring; set for robotaxis
Ride-hailing company Uber has withdrawn from Nigeria and Uganda as part of a global restructuring that will eliminate about 3,300 jobs and shift more investment towards autonomous vehicles and robotaxis. Uber said it discontinued operations in the two African markets on September 2, citing changing…
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Politics
Congratulatory messages pour in for Hichilema, as Zelenskyy extends invitation to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has invited President Hakainde Hichilema to visit Ukraine and reaffirmed Kyiv’s readiness to strengthen cooperation with Zambia in all areas of mutual interest. In a congratulatory message, Zelenskyy said he was confident that the support President Hichilema received from Zambian citizens…
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Africa & World
UN Special Rapporteur urges Zambia to end post-election crackdown, free detainees
The United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Assembly and of Association, Gina Romero, has urged the Zambian government to immediately end its post-election crackdown and release all political detainees. Romero expressed grave concern over what she described as a deteriorating…
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Crime & Courts
More losing candidates petition High Court over parliamentary election results
More losing candidates have petitioned the Lusaka High Court seeking the nullification of parliamentary election results, citing alleged violence, intimidation, electoral malpractice and breaches of electoral procedures. Among the latest petitions is one filed by UPND candidate for Mwenzo Constituency, Musingwa Siame, challenging the election…
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Crime & Courts
Tonse/Pamodzi Alliance secretary general seeks release from Immigration custody
Tonse/Pamodzi Alliance Secretary General, Celestin Mukandila, has asked the Lusaka High Court to order his immediate release from Immigration Department custody, arguing that he is not a foreigner and that his continued detention was unlawful. Mukandila has filed an affidavit in support of an ex-parte…
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Business
Stakeholders react to Grow Zambia agenda
The Grow Zambia agenda presents an opportunity to deepen manufacturing linkages with agriculture, mining, energy and other sectors, the Zambia Association of Manufacturers has said. ZAM President Mohammed Umar said the next five years should focus on growth, expansion, opportunity and prosperity, underpinned by stronger…
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Entertainment
Shokii Mwana Chibolya – Ku Chibolya Video
Budding Zambian rapper Shokii Mwana Chibolya is using his latest release to tell a different story about his home community with the official music video for “Ku Chibolya.” The powerful record is inspired by the real-life experiences of Chibolya, a community that has often been…
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Politics
President HICHILEMA Invited to Visit Ukraine
Ukrainian President VOLODYMYR ZELENSKYY has congratulated President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA on his re-election...
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Politics
UPND Celebrates Victory, Eyes 2031 Mobilization
UPND Spokesperson CORNELIUS MWEETWA is optimistic that President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA will accelerate...
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Crime & Courts
Police Commend Peaceful Presidential Inauguration
The Zambia Police Service has confirmed that the Presidential Inauguration Ceremony held yesterday at National...
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Politics
Zelenskyy Congratulates Hichilema on Re-Election
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, describing the result...
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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...
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Politics
We are Now a National Party
Provincial chairpersons back Hichilema’s second term, urge unity, discipline and focus on development By Francis...
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Politics
Zelenskyy Congratulates Hichilema on Re-Election
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, describing the result as a reflection of Zambians’ confidence in his leadership and their desire for continued democratic development. In a congratulatory message President Zelenskyy said Ukraine values its friendly relations with Zambia…
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Health
US Brings New HIV Prevention Shot to Zambia
Twice-yearly lenacapavir already reaches more than 200 women at UTH By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24...
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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...
