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Politics
Hichilema meets Chinese Ambassador Han Jing
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema today received a courtesy call from Chinese Ambassador to Zambia Han Jing at Community House in Lusaka. Hichilema said the two exchanged views on matters concerning the longstanding bilateral relations between Zambia and China. China is one of Zambia’s largest trading partners…
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Entertainment
Ben Auto | 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We are LIVE with BEN AUTO proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND – 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance Official Partner: Sasol Techno Oil Grab…
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Entertainment
Yeti Motors | 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, We are LIVE with Yeti Motors proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND – 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance | Official Partner: Sasol Techno…
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Technology
Official Launch of Build Zambia Conference & Expo 2026
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE at the Official Press Briefing & Launch of the Build Zambia Conference and Expo 2026. The event brings together key stakeholders ahead of the Build Zambia Conference and Expo 2026, highlighting opportunities, innovation and growth within Zambia’s construction and…
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Politics
Judiciary confirms no petition filed against Hichilema’s election
ZAMBIA’s Judiciary has confirmed that no petition challenging the presidential election result was filed within the constitutional deadline. In a letter dated Aug. 25 to the Secretary to the Cabinet, Chief Administrator Nalishebo Imataa said the Constitutional Court Registry had not received any petition by…
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Politics
Hichilema swearing-in set for Sept. 1
PRESIDENT-elect Hakainde Hichilema will be sworn in on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, the Cabinet Office said Tuesday. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa said the seven-day period for filing a petition challenging a presidential election has expired and the Judiciary had not received any petition…
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Politics
Judiciary Confirms Receipt of Presidential Petition Documents.
CHIEF Justice Dr. Mumba Malila has acknowledged receiving an email seeking to challenge the presidential election result. In a statement, the Judiciary said the email was sent to Malila’s private address by a member of the public and contained documentation labeled “the people’s presidential petition.”…
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Entertainment
John Deere at the 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We are LIVE with John Deere, proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND – 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance Official Partner: Sasol Techno Oil Grab…
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Entertainment
Camco Motors at the 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We are LIVE with Camco Motors, proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND — 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance Official Partner: Sasol Techno Oil Grab…
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Politics
State House denies Hichilema ordered court closure to block petitions
STATE House has denied claims that President Hakainde Hichilema ordered the closure of Zambian courts to prevent the opposition from filing election petitions. In a statement issued Aug. 25, Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka said the allegation was “inconsistent with both the constitutional order and…
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Business
ZRA, U.S. firm sign deal for X-ray scanners at Livingstone border
THE Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has signed a contract with California-based Astrophysics Inc. to install state-of-the-art X-ray cargo scanning technology at the Livingstone border post, one of Southern Africa’s busiest crossings. The agreement was signed at the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka by ZRA Commissioner General…
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Lifestyle
79 foreign nationals, Zambians arrested in suspected cybercrime bust
POLICE in Lusaka have arrested 79 people, including 10 Zambians, suspected of involvement in a newly established and highly organized cybercrime network. The suspects were apprehended on 23rd August, 2026 during a joint operation at Evana Estates in New Kasama, Lusaka, following a tip-off from…
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Crime & Courts
Police conducting security assessments at key government premises
THE Zambia Police Service said Monday it is conducting intelligence-led security risk assessments at selected key government premises across the country. In a statement dated Aug. 24, Inspector General of Police Graphel C. Musamba said the preventive operations are being carried out in collaboration with…
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Politics
LAZ urges urgent reopening of Zambian courts after security closure
THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) is calling for the immediate restoration of access to courts following the closure of judicial premises nationwide on Monday. LAZ said heavily armed military personnel were deployed around court premises in Lusaka, and some areas were sealed off with…
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Entertainment
Vrzam Gears Up for the 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We’re LIVE with VRZAM, proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND – 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance Official Partner: Sasol Techno Oil Grab your tickets…
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Entertainment
Tvs Zambia Gears Up for the 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We’re LIVE with TVS Zambia, proud exhibitor at the upcoming 16th Lusaka Motor Show 2026! Zambia’s biggest mobility showcase is happening NEXT WEEKEND – 28th to 30th August at Lusaka Polo Club! Powered by Professional Insurance Official Partner: Sasol Techno Oil Grab your…
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Politics
NRPUP quits Tonse Alliance, cites need for new political direction
THE National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity [NRPUP] has pulled out of the Tonse Alliance effective immediately. NRPUP Secretary-General Nonde Mubanga announced the withdrawal, saying the party made the decision after reviewing the alliance’s objectives and operations and consulting members. Mubanga said NRPUP continues…
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Politics
UPND urges Commonwealth, EU to avoid statements that could “endorse insurgency”
THE United Party for National Development (UPND) has urged the Commonwealth and European Union not to issue statements that could be interpreted as endorsing insurgency or terrorism in Zambia. In a statement issued, UPND Media Director Mark Simuuwe said the party had taken note of…
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Health
11 dogs rescued from meat trade in Kabwe
ELEVEN dogs rescued from the meat trade were brought to safety in Kabwe on Saturday, August 22, 2026, after police stopped a truck carrying them. According to LAWS [Lusaka Animal Welfare Society], the Zambia Police Service intercepted the truck and contacted the Kabwe District Veterinary…
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Politics
Commonwealth calls for restraint, dialogue in Zambia after post-election tensions
COMMONWEALH Secretary-General Hon. Shirley Botchwey has expressed concern over the post-election situation in Zambia and urged respect for human rights and the rule of law. In a statement issued, Botchwey called for an end to arbitrary arrests, for due process, and for the release of…
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Lifestyle
Two charged with criminal trespass after entering Lusaka home.
POLICE in Lusaka have charged two people with criminal trespass after they were allegedly found inside a woman’s home without permission. Zambia Police Service Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha, said the incident was reported to Lubwa Police Station on Wednesday, 19th August, 2026…
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Politics
Chris Zumani Zimba opposes petitioning 2026 election results, calls for dialogue
CHIEF Advisor to the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity [NRPUP] presidential candidate Chris Zumani Zimba has opposed petitioning the 2026 General Election results, saying it would amount to political confrontation. Dr. Zimba said the country should instead pursue dialogue and reconciliation to ensure…
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Politics
Constitutional Court orders Dr. Mwambwa to vacate Auditor-General office
THE Constitutional Court has ordered Acting Auditor-General Dr. Ron Mwambwa to vacate office with immediate effect, ruling that his continued occupation of the position is unconstitutional. In a judgment delivered, a full bench of Judges Margaret Munalula, Arnold Shilimi, Martin Musaluke, Judy Mulongoti and Vincent…
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Lifestyle
Kalaba calls for calm, unity following Kafwaya’s death
OPPOSITION leader Harry Kalaba has called for national unity and an end to political arrests and violence following the death of Hon. Mutotwe Kafwaya. In a statement, Mr. Kalaba said he visited Mr. Kafwaya’s home and witnessed his wife and young family grieving. He described…
