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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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Crime & Courts
Chaminuka Owner Allegedlly Killed in Night Attack
Chaminuka owner Stelios Sardanis has allegedly been murderd by a group of about 15 People. It is alleged that the incident happened within chaminuka premises last night 8th August. Central Province Commanding Officer Lemekani Chirwa has confirmed the incident to Diamond news and Police will…
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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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Health
Govt Commences Volunteer Health Worker Recruitment
Civil Service Commission (CSC) says it has commenced the process of implementing President Hakainde Hichilema’s directive to appoint volunteer health workers into the Civil Service. Civil Service Commission Chairperson Dr. Choolwe Beyani says the Commission has already collected application documents from Muchinga, Northern, and Luapula…
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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
Bodybuilding Mourns Katongo
The Zambian bodybuilding fraternity is mourning the death of Tryton Fitness proprietor and gym equipment supplier Darlington Katongo, who died on Tuesday. Katongo reportedly collapsed days after competing in the Mr Kanyama Bodybuilding Competition on Saturday. In a statement, the bodybuilding community has described his…
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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…
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Sport
Daka Completes Move to Hsv on Free Transfer from Leicester
Hamburger SV has announced the signing of striker Patson Daka from Leicester City on a free transfer, marking the club’s first success in their striker search this summer. The 27 year old Zambian international has completed a medical examination in Hamburg and joined the club’s…
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Business
KCM Pledges K93 Million to Transform National Football
Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has announced a landmark K93 million sponsorship pledge over the next five years with the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ), aimed at strengthening football development across the country. The announcement follows KCM’s recent sponsorship of the Copper Queens, who are currently…
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Sport
Barts Fc Hands Division One Slot to Armour’s Fc
Barts Football Club has announced that it has given its Men’s Division One position to Armour’s FC, citing the need to focus on its other football programmes. Club president Bart Barker says the decision was made after considering the club’s commitments, including Barts Queens’ participation…
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Sport
Spain Crowned World Champions after Edging Argentina
Spain are the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the final, securing their second World Cup title and their first since lifting the trophy in 2010. The victory ended Argentina’s hopes of winning a fourth World Cup crown as…
