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Parliament, parties, policy and the 2026 political cycle.
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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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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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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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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…
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Paul Kabuswe Seeks Fresh Election
Former Mines Minister and UPND parliamentary candidate for Chililabombwe, Paul Kabuswe, wants the High Court to nullify Nsofwa Lupele’s election as Member of Parliament for Chililabombwe Constituency and order a fresh election. Mr. Kabuswe, who has petitioned Mr. Lupele and the Electoral Commission of Zambia…
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Ruto urges post-election unity
Kenyan President William Ruto has urged Zambians to remain united beyond political differences, as African leaders and international partners pledged continued support for President Hakainde Hichilema during his second term.
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HUNT FOR FUGITIVE EX-LAWMAKER JAY JAY BANDA INTENSIFIES… ruling party youth leader Trevor Mwiinde vows to track down the escaped former Petauke Central MP at all costs
DAVID KANDUZATHE intensifying search for the fugitive former Petauke Central Member of Parliament, Emmanuel ‘Jay Jay’ Banda, has evolved into an uncompromising political storm, with the ruling
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HH sworn in!
President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second term at a stadium packed with thousands of supporters, pledging to serve the nation as he begins another five years in office.
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Zimbabwean president wishes Zambia peace and prosperity
The President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has wished Zambia unity and prosperity as President Hakainde Hichilema begins his second term. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony for President Hichilema, President Mnangagwa said Zimbabwe and Zambia will continue to collaborate and strengthen bilateral relations…
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Hichilema: Education Remains Zambias Best Equalizer
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA says Zambians should expect more investment in the education...
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Ruto, Mnangagwa Congratulate Hichilema, Call for Regional Cooperation
Foreign Heads of State have called for stronger regional cooperation and economic...
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EU Congratulates HH, Hails Robust Partnership
The European Union has congratulated President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA on his re-election, describing...
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HH Unveils Grow Zambia Agenda Development Programme
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA has unveiled what he described as the Grow Zambia...
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Economic growth must mean something at the dinner table – President Hichilema
President Hakainde Hichilema has acknowledged that the
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Hichilema Unveils Second Term Vision.
The President has outlined his vision for Zambia’s second term, focusing on economic growth, job creation, youth and women empowerment, and continued reforms. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony today His Execellency President Hakainde Hichilema gave his Gratitude to the Citizens of Zambia highlighting that the…
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HH Takes Oath of Office for Second Term
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA has taken the Oath of Office and has been formally sworn in...
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Hichilema, Nalumango sworn in for second term, pledge integrity, tangible development
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. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, President Hichilema extended a…
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Bally extends Olive Branch to Opposition.
President Hakainde Hichilema has extended an olive branch to Zambians who voted for opposition parties, calling for unity and an end to political humiliation following his swearing-in for a second term at Heroes Stadium in Lusaka today. Addressing thousands of Zambians gathered for the inauguration…
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Netizens divided as Hichilema calls for unity at inauguration event
President Hakainde Hichilema’s appeal for Zambians to refrain from humiliating those who voted against him has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some praising the message of reconciliation while others argued that political rivals should first accept the election outcome. Speaking during his inauguration…
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President Hichilema and his running mate W.K Muntale Nalumango have officially been sworn in as President and vice President of the Republic of Zambia for the 2026–2031 term respectively
HAPPENING NOW: Hichilema, Nalumango Sworn In 🇿🇲 President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice-President Mutale WK Nalumango have both taken the oath of office, officially beginning their second term in office. The swearing-in took place at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, before thousands of Zambians, visiting Heads…
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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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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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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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‘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…
