Politics
Parliament, parties, policy and the 2026 political cycle.
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Tonga’s Lawyers Confirm Representation as Detention Stretches Beyond 20 Days
Lawyer Josia Kalala has confirmed that Third Liberation Movement President Enock Roosevelt Tonga is being represented by COF Chambers, as his detention by police continues to stretch beyond 20 days since his apprehension at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre. Mr Kalala says the legal team…
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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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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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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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Zambia first
Vice-President W.K. Mutale-Nalumango has urged MPs to put national interests first and work across political lines to deliver development and improve the lives of Zambians.
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EC reinstates Mulla One in the UNZASU Presidential Race
The Electoral Commission has upheld an appeal lodged by Amos Mwale, popularly known as “Mulla One,” against his earlier disqualification from the ongoing electoral process, clearing the way for his candidature to proceed. In a statement, the Commission Chairperson, Webby Mwape, confirmed that the Commission…
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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 Zambia following the August 13, 2026 general election. In its preliminary statement, the regional observer mission says the election was generally well conducted and peaceful, while identifying areas that require…
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Central PS Urges Speedy Asm Licence Processing
Central Province Permanent Secretary Milner Mwanakampwe has urged the speedy processing of Artisanal Small-Scale Mining (ASM) licences for young people without corrupt practices. Speaking when the Director of ASM at the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, Mr Billi Chewe, paid him a courtesy call…
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“JANE DOE” IN EPSTEIN CASE IDENTIFIED! Woman behind massive $72.5 MILLION lawsuit reveals her identity for the FIRST TIME – and tells how she escaped Epstein’s “CULT!”
BREAKING: “JANE DOE” IN EPSTEIN CASE IDENTIFIED! Woman behind massive $72.5 MILLION lawsuit reveals her identity for the FIRST TIME – and tells how she escaped Epstein’s “CULT!” For more than a year, the Epstein survivor at the center of a massive lawsuit against Bank…
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Tonse Alliance demands resignations of ECZ boss, military chiefs over conduct of August polls
The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has called for the resignations of Electoral Commission of Zambia Chairperson, Mwangala Zaloumis, Zambia Army Commander, Geoffrey Zyeele, and Inspector General of Police, Graphel Musamba, for what it termed the inappropriate handling of the August, 13 General Elections. Addressing the media…
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Every citizen is important
President Hakainde Hichilema has praised Maggie Sapatu, who walked for 18 days from Mwinilunga to Lusaka to appreciate his leadership, and Jeremiah Tembo, who cycled from Lusangazi to attend his inauguration.
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Sapatu Walks 18 Days to Thank President Hichilema
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA says Government will continue working hard to ensure that...
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Sunday Chanda Withdraws Election Petition
Former Kanchibiya Member of Parliament SUNDAY CHANDA has withdrawn his election petition...
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Ex-BoZ Governor Fundanga, economist Haabazoka happy with ‘Grow Zambia Agenda’
Zambia's former central bank governor and a leading economist have welcomed President Hakainde Hichilema's new economic growth plan, saying its targets are ambitious but achievable if backed by the right policies.
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Catholic is neither with opposition or ruling side, it’s on the side of the weak – Caritas Zambia
Caritas Zambia has clarified that the Catholic
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Chanda withdraws Kanchibiya election petition
Former Kanchibiya Member of Parliament, Sunday Chanda, has announced the withdrawal of his election petition challenging the outcome of the 2026 Parliamentary election, saying the decision was made in the interest of peace, development and the people of Kanchibiya. In a lengthy statement issued on…
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‘My father is Congolese, mother a Zambian,’ opposition party official, Mukandila, defends dual nationality
Senior official of opposition Tonse/Pamodzi alliance, Celestine Mukandila, has admitted that he was born in 1990 in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo to a Zambian mother and Congolese father. Mukandila whose National Registration Card and Passport was cancelled by the Zambian authorities said his mother…
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Kalaba Accuses Government of Selective Justice
Citizens First (CF) President Harry Kalaba has condemned what he describes as the selective application of the law and growing political intolerance under the United Party for National Development (UPND) government. Mr. Kalaba says it is concerning that the ruling party is now seeking court…
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UN demands end to political crackdown, gender-based violence spikes, as govt cancels Bemba traditional event
In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President Mutale Nalumango were on Tuesday officially sworn in for a second term running from 2026 to 2031, pledging to lead with integrity and accountability.
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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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‘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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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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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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ECZ Says Two Parties Qualify for Proportional Seats
The Electoral Commission of Zambia –ECZ- says only two political parties currently...
