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Politics
Social Media Trends: Mutinta’s inauguration look wins praise online
First Lady, Mutinta Hichilema’s outfit at President Hakainde Hichilema’s inauguration has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many Zambians praising her fashion sense and appearance. Shortly after photographs of the First Lady in her inauguration outfit were shared online as she left the Community…
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Politics
Five Heads of State grace President Hichilema’s inauguration ceremonies
Five African Heads of State have arrived in Lusaka to attend the inauguration of President-elect Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium on Tuesday. The leaders are Kenyan President William Ruto, Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Botswana President Duma Boko and…
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Business
Zambia faces risk of below-normal rainfall in Q1, 2027
Zambia faces an increased risk of below-normal rainfall during the first quarter of 2027, raising concerns over agricultural production and food security, according to the Southern African Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF). The January to March 2027 outlook shows that much of central and southern…
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Lifestyle
‘End arbitrary arrests, respect due process,’ Southern Africa Anglican church tells Zambian govt
South African Anglican archbishop of Cape Town Archbishop, Thabo Makgoba, has said that the church was adding its voice to growing international calls for calm and respect for the rule of law following the polls. In a statement issued by the Office of the Anglican…
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Entertainment
BrokenHill Emmy – Beauty Video
Kabwe-based rapper BrokenHill Emmy is back with a fresh music video for his latest release, “Beauty,” a song dedicated to appreciating the beauty and appeal of women. On the new record, BrokenHill Emmy takes a more complimentary approach, celebrating the qualities that make a woman…
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Crime & Courts
Lusaka man convicted after K60,000 bribe attempt in drug trafficking case
A bid to buy his way into the heart of a drug trafficking investigation has ended with the conviction of Henry Shula Kasolo on three counts arising from a controlled delivery operation involving compressed cannabis and an alleged K60,000 bribe. The Lusaka Subordinate Court yesterday…
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Lifestyle
Ex-gang boss guilty of orchestrating 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur
Former gang boss, Duane “Keffe D” Davis, has been found guilty of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur – the first conviction in a cold case that has intrigued hip-hop fans for nearly 30 years. The jury found him guilty of one count of murder…
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Crime & Courts
Former council accountant jailed 3 years in Livingstone over K316,000 CDF fraud
An assistant accountant at Livingstone City Council has been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment with hard labour for diverting K316,000 in Constituency Development Fund grants meant for 11 cooperatives into his personal accounts. The Economic and Financial Crimes Court sitting in Livingstone on Monday convicted…
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Politics
Police warn against social media content targeting Hichilema, as inauguration holds
The Zambia Police Service has cautioned the public against the creation and circulation of social media content intended to incite violence, threaten peace and public order. Police Spokesperson, Godfrey Chilabi, said the service had observed a rise in online material that is both inflammatory and…
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Africa & World
Ngomat urges African states to domesticate arms trade treaty at Geneva Conference
Chairperson of the African Peace and Security Union (APSU), Roll Stéphane Ngomat, has called on African countries to sign, ratify and domesticate the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty during the 12th Conference of States Parties in Geneva. The Arms Trade Treaty regulates international trade in…
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Politics
‘No unity without justice,’ Kateka insists Zambia must confront alleged abuses during polls
New Heritage Party President Chishala Kateka has rejected calls for national unity following the August elections, arguing that reconciliation is impossible without first addressing alleged state violence, vote theft and constitutional breaches. Kateka said she had noted with some surprise the repeated appeals to unity…
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Sport
Saka strikes as flawless Arsenal punish troubled Villa
Arsenal extended their flawless start to the Premier League season as Bukayo Saka sealed the champions’ 1-0 win against troubled Aston Villa on Monday. Saka’s second-half strike at Villa Park wrapped up Arsenal’s second successive victory. Super Sport reports that in a statement of intent…
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Business
Mulobezi secures K10.3m development funding
Mulobezi District has received Government investments worth K10.3 million, including heavy-duty equipment to improve road rehabilitation, service delivery and local development.
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Entertainment
Kopala shows up for Danny Kaya festival
Turned up over the weekend for the eighth edition of the Danny Kaya Music Festival, hosted at the Waterfront.
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Politics
Zambia-US ties outlook bright
President Hakainde Hichilema says Zambia and the United States are looking to strengthen ties through increased trade, investment and cooperation.
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Politics
President Hichilema set to be sworn-in today for his second term
President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice-President W.K. Mutale-Nalumango are set to take their oaths of office today, with thousands expected at National Heroes Stadium as Zambia marks the start of the Government’s second five-year term.
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Business
TEVETA Sponsors 16 Zambians for South Africa Apprenticeship
The Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training Authority (TEVETA) has set aside 16 million kwacha...
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Sport
Buffaloes Clinch 10th Straight Judo Title
Green Buffaloes Judo Club have been crowned winners of the 2026 Japanese Ambassador’s Judo Tournament,...
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Crime & Courts
Six Parliamentary Seats Challenged Before the Lusaka High Court
Former Ministers, PAUL KABUSWE and SYLVIA MASEBO, are among 6 parliamentary candidates,...
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Crime & Courts
Police Assure Security Ahead of Presidential Inauguration
Adequate security measures have been put in place, ahead of the inauguration of President-elect, HAKAINDE...
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Education
UNZA Political Scientist Hails Zambias Peaceful Transfers of Power
University of Zambia political scientist Evans Daka has described the presidential inauguration slated for tomorrow...
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Entertainment
Zambian filmmaker Wyclif Mwamba opens doors for local stars.
Zambian filmmaker Wyclif Mwamba has announced plans to feature musicians and other artists in his upcoming movie productions. This follows the launch of the trailer for his latest film, The Pawn, as he seeks to help them reach the big screen. The trailer launch, held…
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Crime & Courts
Youth civil society groups raises concerns over court closure
A coalition of youth-led civil society organizations have raised concerns over the temporary closure of Zambia’s superior courts during ongoing security operations, warning that the move could undermine access to justice following the 2026 General Election. In a joint statement, Fight Inequality Alliance Zambia National…
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Politics
I got Kaloba to fund compaign using my BMW and Mercedes Benz as security Unfortunately, I have since lost both cars – Cries Losing Lusaka Mayoral Candidate Simon Mulenga Mwila
I HAVE LOST TWO CARS TO FUND MAYORAL CAMPAIGN SAYS SIMON MWILA. Lusaka Independent Mayoral Candidate Simon Mwila has revealed that he lost two of his vehicles after using them as security to obtain loans to finance his campaign. The 35-year-old lawyer said much of…
