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Crime & Courts
Broadcasters Warned against Predicting Election Outcomes – Iba
The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has warned broadcasters against airing predictions of election outcomes as Zambia heads to the polls this Thursday. The Authority has also reminded broadcasters that no new opinion poll results may be broadcast before the close of polling. Speaking during a…
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Africa & World
At Least 132 Killed in Colombia’s Largest Earthquake in Years
At least 132 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years. The death toll is likely to rise, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings. The magnitude 7.4 quake struck…
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Business
Mulungushi Textiles Prints Two Million Metres of Fabric
Zambia-China Mulungushi Textiles has printed and dispatched close to two million metres of fabric since resuming operations in April 2026. The Kabwe-based plant, which had been closed for more than two decades, has undergone rehabilitation and the installation of new machinery. Central Province Permanent Secretary…
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Crime & Courts
Mpundu Denies AI Claim over Viral Election Video
Former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu says a viral video in which he allegedly said he was ready to “kill for elections” was authentic and not generated using artificial intelligence. Mr Mpundu says his media team wrongly claimed the video was AI-generated, misleading his…
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Business
Government to Address Truck Drivers Allowance Concerns
Ministry of Labour Permanent Secretary Zachariah Luhanga says government remains committed to protecting the rights and welfare of drivers and other workers in the transport sector. Mr Luhanga was speaking during the Transport Sector Stakeholders Consultative Meeting, which brought together government, employers’ and workers’ organisations…
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Sport
Lecce Take Lameck Banda Case to FIFA
Zambian international Lameck Banda is at the centre of a contractual dispute in Italy, with his Serie A club Lecce turning to FIFA after the winger failed to report for pre-season training. Banda has reportedly been absent for four weeks and is said to have…
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Crime & Courts
Two Kabwe Women Found Drowned in Well
Two women have been found drowned in a well in Luangwa Extension, Kabwe District, Central Province. According to a statement from Kabwe Municipal Council, the Kabwe Fire Brigade responded to the incident at 12:34 on Sunday, 9 August, at House Number 8463. The victims have…
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Politics
Mundubile Demands Clarity on Ballot Marking, Faster Results
National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has challenged the Electoral Commission of Zambia to immediately clarify its guidance on ballot marking, arguing that last-minute changes could confuse voters and undermine confidence in the electoral process. Mr Mundubile says the Commission…
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Crime & Courts
Binwell Mpundu Reported to Police over Viral Election Video
Former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu has been reported to police over a viral video posted on his Facebook page in which he allegedly said he was ready to “kill for elections”. Democratic Advocates for Good Governance Executive Director Fabian Mutale says he reported…
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Business
K2.7 Billion Released to FRA for Food Security
The Treasury has released 2.7 billion Kwacha to the Food Reserve Agency to support food security, as the government steps up financing of key agricultural interventions. Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa says the allocation forms part of the 21.1 billion Kwacha released by the…
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Education
UNZA Retirees Protest at Ministry of Education Demanding Benefits
Retirees from the University of Zambia have staged a protest at the Ministry of Education, demanding payment of their outstanding superannuation benefits. The retirees say they have repeatedly engaged the University of Zambia management over the matter, but the institution has been unresponsive, stating that…
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Crime & Courts
Police Ig Orders Arrests, Review of Mongu Operation
The Zambia Police Service has ordered the arrest of individuals involved in recent incidents of political violence reported in Shibuyunji, Livingstone and Luampa districts following disturbances experienced on August 4 and 5 in parts of Western Province as the country prepares for the August 13…
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Sport
Copper Queens to Regroup after Wafcon Exit
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) says it will regroup the Copper Queens after their elimination from the group stage of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), despite winning two of their three matches. FAZ President Keith Mweemba says the players and the…
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Politics
Kennedy Kamba Drops Habeas Corpus Case
Businessman and National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity member Kennedy Kamba has discontinued his High Court application in which he was seeking his release from police custody. The notice of discontinuance, filed through his lawyers at Aongola and Company Legal Practitioners, states that Mr…
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Crime & Courts
Police Detain Businessman Harry Findlay.
The family of businessman Harry Findlay has allaged that he is in police custody following his detention yesterday, adding that he has not been formally charged with any offence. In a statement, the family says it respects the rule of law and has confidence in…
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Politics
Lawyer Malisa Batakati Urges Action on Political Violence
Lusaka lawyer Mehluli Malisa Batakati has urged the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) and the Zambia Police Service to take decisive action against the reported cases of political violence ahead of the August 13, 2026 General Election. Mr. Batakati described the reports as deeply concerning…
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Crime & Courts
Several Athletes Reported Missing after Glasgow Games
Several athletes who competed at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have been reported missing after the conclusion of the competition, with authorities in Scotland investigating their disappearance. According to multiple international media reports, four members of Uganda’s boxing team and one boxer from Pakistan…
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Crime & Courts
Police Investigate Shibuyunji Campaign Violence
Police have launched investigations into alleged aggravated robbery, unlawful wounding and malicious damage to property following violence that erupted during a political campaign rally in Shibuyunji District on Sunday. According to a statement Zambia Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi, the incident happened around 17:30…
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Crime & Courts
Criminal Cases at Zambia Agriculture Show Drop by More than 50 Percent
The Zambia Police Service has reported a significant reduction in crime during the just ended 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show, with criminal cases falling by more than 50 percent compared to last year’s event. According to a report released by Zambia police Public Relations…
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Crime & Courts
Former Copperbelt Police Commanding Officer Yuyi Mwala Charged over Alleged Copper Theft
Former Copperbelt Province Commanding Officer Yuyi Mwala and six others have been charged in connection with the alleged theft of 436 copper cathodes valued at approximately US$448,596. Zambia Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi says Mr. Mwala has been charged with one count of Theft…
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Business
U.s. Moves Zambia Visa Processing to South Africa
Routine United States visa applications for Zambians will from 1st August 2026 be processed in South Africa following changes to U.S. visa operations announced by the United States Government. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation says it has been formally notified by the…
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Sport
Zidane Appointed France Head Coach
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been appointed head coach of the France national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps. Zidane takes over after Deschamps ended his 14-year reign following France’s semi-final exit to Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 54-year-old has been out…
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Sport
Chris Kaunda Appointed Zambia U17 Boys Coach
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed Chris Kaunda as head coach of the Zambia Under-17 boys’ national team ahead of the upcoming COSAFA Under-17 Championship. Dennis Makinka has been named assistant coach, with Dabwitso Nkhoma serving as second assistant, Collins Mbesuma as strikers…
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Sport
Cas Set to Rule on Senegal’s Controversial AFCON Title Stripping
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will hear Senegal’s appeal on October 8, offering the nation a final chance to reclaim the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title stripped by CAF. Senegal’s Football Federation has challenged the Confederation of African Football’s March ruling that forced…
