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Politics
U.s. Tightens Visa Rules for Zambians
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation says some Zambians are restricted from entering the United States under new travel measures that took effect on January 1, 2026. The restrictions affect people applying for immigrant visas and certain non-immigrant visas, including those for business…
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Health
SADC Urges Joint Efforts on Universal Health Coverage
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called for concerted efforts to achieve universal health coverage. Speaking during the closing session of the Inter-Regional Economic Communities Meeting on Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience in Lusaka, SADC Head of Health Dr Lamboly Kumboneki said Africa…
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Crime & Courts
Lima MP Kelvin Kaunda Arrested for Assault
The Zambia Police Service has formally arrested and charged Lima Member of Parliament Kelvin Kaunda with Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm (OABH) over an alleged assault that occurred during campaign roadshows in Lusaka. In a press statement issued today Friday, October 16, 2026, Police Public…
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Politics
More Civil Servants to be Retired in National Interest – Veep
Vice President Mutale Nalumango says civil servants should be prepared for changes as various government institutions undergo realignment. Responding to a question from Shiwang’andu Member of Parliament Stephen Kampyongo on why government has gone back on its earlier assurance that no civil servant would be…
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Lifestyle
Child Marriage between Children Aged 10 and 19 Worries Chief Zingalume
Chief Zingalume of Chadiza District in Eastern Province has declared that teenage pregnancies and child marriages will not be taken lightly in his chiefdom as they constitute an injustice to the girl child. This follows a report from the Ministry of Health indicating that Chadiza…
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Crime & Courts
Jay Jay Banda Awaits Formal Arrest and Charges – Police
Former Petauke Central Member of Parliament Emmanuel Jay Banda is awaiting formal arrest and charges following his deportation to Zambia. Zambia Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha has disclosed this, adding that police will provide further details on the matter. Mr Banda fled the country…
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Politics
Chipokota Mwanawasa Departs State House
State House has announced that Chipokota Mwanawasa has left her position as Policy Adviser to the President to take up a senior role in the private sector. In a press release, State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka says Ms Mwanawasa served as Policy Adviser…
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Politics
Redistribution of Pr Seats was Done in Accordance with the Law – ECZ
Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis says the redistribution of proportional representation (PR) seats was done in accordance with the law and did not amount to political manipulation or collusion. Mrs Zaloumis says the Electoral Process Act No. 12 of 2026 provides a…
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Politics
UPND Youths to Block, Restrain Petauke Central MP from Attending Parliament
United Party for National Development (UPND) Youth Leadership in Eastern Province says it has communicated with the Lusaka UPND Youth Leadership to block and restrain Petauke Central Constituency Member of Parliament Laliwe Banda, a sister to fugitive Emmanuel Jay Banda, from attending Parliament for fear…
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Africa & World
Pope Leo Xiv Undergoes Successful Lung Surgery
Pope Leo XIV has undergone successful thoracic surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, with doctors confirming a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma following examination of tissue removed during the operation. According to a statement released by the Holy See Press Office, surgeons removed the lower lobe of…
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Politics
President Hichilema Thanks UN Members for Electing Zambia to Human Rights Council
President Hakainde Hichilema has thanked United Nations member states for electing Zambia to the UN Human Rights Council, securing the highest number of votes among all candidates in this year’s election. Zambia received 177 votes out of 181 valid ballots cast during the UN General…
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Sport
Copper Queens Through to Third Olympic Qualifying Round
Zambia’s Copper Queens have advanced to the third round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifiers after beating Uganda 4-1 in the second leg at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola. The Copper Queens overturned a 2-1 first-leg deficit in Kampala to win the tie…
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Health
Health Ministry Begins Staff Realignment
The Ministry of Health says it has commenced a comprehensive institutional clean-up and operational realignment exercise at its headquarters. In a statement, Health Minister Professor Roma Chilengi says the initiative aims to enforce structural compliance, restore administrative integrity and improve human resource efficiency across the…
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Africa & World
Zambia Elected to UN Human Rights Council for 2027–2029 Term
Zambia has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2027–2029 term, in a development expected to strengthen the country’s role in promoting and protecting human rights globally. The election was held today Tuesday, 13th October 2026, during the ongoing 81st…
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Sport
Zambia Gains International Padel Federation Recognition
Zambia has been officially admitted as a Class C member of the International Padel Federation (FIP), marking a significant step towards the development of the sport in the country. The admission was confirmed during the federation’s 36th General Assembly, currently being held in Madrid, Spain…
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Crime & Courts
Man 69 Hacked to Death in Mpika by Mentally Challenged Son
A 25 year old man suffering from a mental health condition has hacked his father to death with a axe in Mpika district. The 69 year old was murdered on Monday 12th October 2026 at Chifobole village of chief Chikwanda ‘s chiefdom. Muchinga Province Police…
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Crime & Courts
Solwezi Court Rules It Has No Jurisdiction in Mundubile, Zulu Case
Principal Resident Magistrate Mambwe Mukonde has ruled that the Solwezi Magistrates’ Court lacks jurisdiction to hear the two-count sedition case involving 2026 presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, referring the matter to the High Court for further proceedings. Citing provisions of…
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Crime & Courts
Mukandila Trial Fails to Take Off
The trial of Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Secretary General and lawyer Celestine Mukandila has been adjourned to November 6, 2026, after the State told the Court it was not ready to proceed. Mukandila appeared before Lusaka Resident Magistrate Anna Holland today, Tuesday for the commencement of…
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Crime & Courts
Toddler Dies after Falling into 15-Metre Well in Mpika
A one-year-old boy has died after falling into a 15-metre-deep well in Tazara Township, Section A, near Peads Private School in Mpika. Mpika Town Council Public Relations Officer Mushota Mpundu says the incident happened yesterday, prompting the council’s fire brigade to respond to a distress…
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Crime & Courts
Tayengwa Withdraws Kabwata Election Petition
Kabwata parliamentary election petitioner Andrew Tayengwa has withdrawn his petition challenging the election of NRPUP’s Danny Yenga over alleged violence during the campaign period. However, his lawyers says the withdraw has been necessitated in the interest of progress but they are yet to formally file…
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Crime & Courts
Mundubile, Zulu Expected in Court for Ruling, Plea
NRPUP 2026 presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, are today, October 13, 2026, expected to make their third appearance before the Solwezi Magistrate’s Court in a case in which they face two counts of seditious practices. The duo is expected to…
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Politics
Government Urges Clergy Facing Allegations to Step Aside
Government says members of the clergy facing serious legal or ethical allegations may need to step aside from their responsibilities while investigations or court proceedings are ongoing. Ministry of Information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana says such action can help protect the integrity of…
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Politics
UPND Dismisses Concerns over Airport Security Measures
The United Party for National Development (UPND) Media Director Mark Simuuwe has dismissed concerns that heightened security at airports could discourage tourists from visiting Zambia. Mr Simuuwe says increased security will instead make tourists feel protected, adding that the measures are necessary given the presence…
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Business
2026 CDF Allocation to Reduce as Govt Rules Out FRA Maize Funding in 2027
Government will reduce the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) allocation for the remainder of 2026 to accommodate the higher-than-budgeted expenditure on strategic food reserves. Minister of Finance and National Planning Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane says Government had initially planned to purchase 500,000 tonnes of maize but has…
