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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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Transparency International Zambia calls for stronger anti-corruption pus
Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) says the fight against corruption appears to have lost prominence in the UPND’s second-term agenda despite President Hakainde Hichilema’s pledge to intensify the campaign against the vice. In a statement issued on Friday, TI-Z Executive Director, Maurice Nyambe, said the President’s…
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Kalaba accuses UPND govt of selective justice, rising political intolerance
Citizens First (CF) party President Harry Kalaba has strongly condemned alleged selective application of the law and rising political intolerance under the leadership of the United Party for National Development (UPND). Kalaba stated that it was deeply concerning that the UPND leadership had turned to…
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Institute questions legal basis of ECZ’s Mandevu fresh poll, warns of damage to public trust
Acton Institute for Policy Analysis Centre has questioned the legal basis of the Electoral Commission of Zambia’s decision to hold fresh Parliamentary elections in Mandevu Constituency without first announcing results already in its possession. Institute Executive Director, Solomon Ngoma, warned that the Commission’s move could…
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Govt Demands UN Special Rapporteur Correct ‘Factual Errors’ on Zambia
The Zambian Government has hit back at a statement by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association, accusing the mandate holder of factual errors, prejudicial characterisations and overstepping the limits of the mandate. Government says the…
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UPND Accuses UN Rapporteur of One-Sided Assessment
The UPND has rejected claims by United Nations Special Rapporteur on the...
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Elon Musk’s ex Ashley St. Clair is raising an explosive new question about the 2024 election: Why did Musk seem so certain Donald Trump was going to win before the votes were counted?
BREAKING: MUSK’S EX SHOWS RECEIPTS ON ELECTION BOMBSHELL! “Elon had a bizarre degree of certainty” Trump would win BEFORE the results came in – and a new documentary reveals his cryptic texts about an “ANOMALY IN THE MATRIX!” Elon Musk’s ex Ashley St. Clair is…
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The Failed Coup Plotters of Niger are All in Custody Waiting to be Executed by Firing Squad If They are Found Guilty in the Military Tribunal Says the Government Officials
The coup plotters who tried to overthrow the president of Niger on August 29 are in custody waiting for trial and execution Government forces reasserted
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Ngocc Wants More Women in Power
Katebe urges Hichilema to use nominated parliamentary seats and Cabinet appointments to increase women’s representation...
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Government Rejects UN Claims Over Opposition Leaders
Government has rejected a claim by the United Nations Special Rapporteur that...
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UPND Calls on UN to Stop Labeling Suspected Militia as Political Detainees
The United Party for National Development has called on the United Nations to stop classifying...
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Veep assures Zambians
Vice-President W.K. Mutale-Nalumango has pledged to serve all Zambians and work to deliver development and better livelihoods after the New Dawn Government secured a renewed five-year mandate.
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Should broke politicians be appointed to Ministerial positions?
Advocates for Democratic Governance Foundation (ADEG) has
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China toasts HH victory
China says President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election reflects the confidence and trust of Zambians in his leadership, as both countries reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and accelerating the TAZARA revitalisation project.
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Zambia Seeks Faster TAZARA Progress
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA has called on China to increase and accelerate investments...
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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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President HICHILEMA Invited to Visit Ukraine
Ukrainian President VOLODYMYR ZELENSKYY has congratulated President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA on his re-election...
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UPND Celebrates Victory, Eyes 2031 Mobilization
UPND Spokesperson CORNELIUS MWEETWA is optimistic that President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA will accelerate...
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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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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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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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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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Paul Kabuswe Seeks Fresh Election
Former Mines Minister and UPND parliamentary candidate for Chililabombwe, Paul Kabuswe, wants the High Court...
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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…
