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Parliament, parties, policy and the 2026 political cycle.
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19-year-old Tonse Alliance supporter takes own life after political dispute with UPND-supporting sister!
19-year-old NRPUP supporter takes own life after political dispute with UPND-supporting sister! A 19-year-old woman in Mambwe District has died by taking her own life following a reported political dispute with her elder sister. The incident occurred around 10:00 hours today at Chiumbu Village in…
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Police Ig Explains Court Presence, Cites Ongoing Security Risk Assessments
Details in the statement…………………….. The Zambia Police Service, in collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies, is conducting security risk assessments at selected key Government premises across the country. The operations are intelligence-led and preventive, aimed at safeguarding Government institutions, public officers, and members
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Human Rights Commission Concerned over Countrywide Closure of Court Premises
The Human Rights Commission has expressed deep concern over the reported countrywide closure of court premises in Zambia today, August 24, 2026. The Commission says any disruption to normal judicial operations must be balanced against constitutional guarantees of the rule of law, the right to
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Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed
PVT SETTLES POLL QUESTION Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 — 24-08-2026 – The Parallel Vote Tabulation (PVT) conducted by the Consortium of Civil Society Organisations for…
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Jawuz Backs Court Closure over Security Concerns
The Judicial and Allied Workers Union of Zambia (JAWUZ) has backed the decision to close courts across the country on security grounds, saying the measure should be respected. JAWUZ president Peter Mwale said the union had directed its members countrywide not to report for work…
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List of Ndola Councillors Elected for 2026 -2031
DAG HAMMARSKJOELD CONSTITUENCYTwapia Ward- Muyunda Lubasi (NRPUP)Dag Hammarskjoeld Ward- Richard Nyakamonga (NRPUP)Kaniki Ward- Gilbert Samulozela (UPND) CHIFUBU CONSTITUENCYChifubu Ward – Gabriel Chinoya (NRPUP)Fibobe Ward – Justine Mwamba (NRPUP)Kamba Ward – Brightone Kang’ombe (NRPUP)Kanyanje Ward – Amos Chabala (NRPUP)Kawama Ward – Francis Kabwe (RP)Pamodzi Ward –…
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Pvt Settles Poll Question
Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions...
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I fully agree with Zumani Zimba’s call for a Government of National Unity in Zambia- Wright Musoma
STATEMENT ON THE CALL FOR A GOVERNMENT OF NATIONAL UNITY. Friends and fellow citizens, As ZRP President and Tonse PF Pamozi Alliance Nation Mobilization Chairperson, I fully agree with Dr Chrisy Zimba’s call for a Government of National Unity in Zambia. Following the just-concluded elections…
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LAZ Calls for Urgent Restoration of Access to Courts, Clarification and Engagement on Court Closures
IN STATEMENT The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for the urgent restoration of access to the courts, warning that the ongoing closure could interfere with access to justice and prejudice people seeking to exercise constitutional and statutory rights. In a statement dated August…
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Paul Moonga Regrets Joining Toonse Alliance in Last Minutes
Toonse Pamodzi Alliance Member Paul Moonga has dramatically regretted joining the Toonse Pamodzi Alliance, charging that the alliance is far more disorganized than it appears from the outside. Mr. Moonga says looking at the Toonse Pamodzi Alliance from afar, one can easily be deceived into…
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If Zambia’s Elections were Rigged, Then God Rigged Them Says Uebert Angel
Prophet Uebert Angel has delivered a controversial message on Zambia’s elections, declaring that if the election was rigged, then “God rigged it.” Adressing his church members on Sunday, Angel says he had already prophesied that Zambia’s electoral outcome would not ultimately be
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Ti-Z Calls for Immediate Reopening of Courts
International Zambia (TI-Z) has expressed concern over the closure of superior courts on the final day of the constitutional window for challenging presidential election results. TI-Z says an unsigned memorandum from the Judiciary’s Chief Administrator directed staff not to report for work due to unspecified…
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What has led to our key public institutions being closed and declared crime scenes without any explanation to the people?- Given Katuta
PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 24th August 2026 Issued by: Rev. Dr. Given Katuta Mwelwe DEMAND FOR GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY ON THE DECLARATION OF KEY PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS AS CRIME SCENES Fellow Citizens, According to the yellow “CRIME SCENE” tapes surrounding them, the High Court and…
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Reconciliation with UPND, only way to save Mundubile — Zumani
Zumani TONSE Alliance founder member Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba says dialogue and reconciliation with the UPND is the only way to save NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, his running mate Makebi Zulu and others facing political charges. In a lengthy post shared on his Facebook…
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“Where is Your Brother Abel?” The Case of Mutotwe Kafwaya
Genesis 4 vs 9 records God asking Cain the whereabouts of his brother. “I don’t know. Am I the brother’s keeper?” Arrogantly, this is how Cain responded. This story teaches principles of responsibility and accountability. We have a responsibility towards one another and we are
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Meet the New Dag Hammarskjöld MP – Ezra Tembo – Nrpup
NRPUP Newly elected Dag Hammarskjöld Constituency Member of Parliament-elect Ezra Tembo stood on the NRPUP ticket, a party he leads as President. In his pledge, he said: “My leadership will be inclusive and transparent. I will work with traditional leaders, churches, civil society, the business
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Inauguration Preparations for President Hakainde Hichilema Step Up
DEPUTY SECRETARY TO THE CABINET LEADS INSPECTION OF NATIONAL HEROES STADIUM RENOVATION WORKS LUSAKA, Monday, 24th August 2026 — Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet for Administration, Dr. Oliver Kalabo, this morning led a delegation of senior Government officials on an inspection tour of the ongoing…
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Tayali Dismisses NRPUP Withdrawal from Tonse Alliance as “Politically Irrelevant
Economic Equity Party President Chilufya Tayali has rubbished the withdrawal of NRPUP from the Tonse Alliance, describing it as an irrelevant move meant to block a petition. Tayali said the withdrawal changes nothing, because a petition can still be filed if Brian Mundubile wants to.
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Peace Must Come before Rights – Tayali
TAYALI Economic and Equity Party (EEP) president Chilufya Tayali says peace must take precedence over other national interests, arguing that constitutional rights, democracy and justice cannot be guaranteed in the absence of peace. Mr Tayali says Zambia cannot effectively uphold human rights, conduct elections or…
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Zumani Zimba proposes unity government between UPND and NRPUP Tonse Alliance
Zimba proposes unity government between UPND and NRPUP Tonse Alliance Political scientist and NRPUP Tonse Alliance chief presidential adviser Dr Chris Zumani Zimba has proposed the formation of a national unity government between the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) and the NRPUP Tonse…
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Iran Security Chief Raises Possibility of Nuclear Weapons
SECURITY CHIEF RAISES POSSIBILITY OF DEVELOPING A NUCLEAR WEAPON Tensions are escalating in Tehran after Mohsen Rezaei, a senior Iranian security official, suggested that Iran could reconsider its longstanding position against developing nuclear weapons. In an interview broadcast on Iranian state television, Rezaei argued that…
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U.S.-South Korea Exercises Disrupted by Iran War Pressures
Joint Maritime Exercises With South Korea Amid Iran War Constraints The United States and South Korea have confirmed the cancellation of planned joint maritime exercises, reportedly due to operational constraints linked to the ongoing war involving Iran. The decision highlights the growing strain the conflict
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NATO Defense Agreements Have Mobilized $150 Billion in Air-Defense Support for Ukraine
NATO-backed defense agreements have helped channel an estimated $150 billion in military equipment and ammunition toward Ukraine’s air-defense capabilities, underscoring the central role of Western support in Kyiv’s effort to counter Russian air and missile attacks. The support has included advanced systems
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North Korea Reportedly Plans Defense Pact With Iran
NORTH KOREA REPORTEDLY PLANS DEFENSE PACT WITH IRAN North Korea has reportedly announced plans to sign a defense agreement with Iran, potentially deepening military and strategic cooperation between Pyongyang and Tehran. The agreement has not yet been finalized, meaning its exact terms, scope and potential…
