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Crime & Courts
Police refute claims of Patrick Mwansa’s death in custody
POLICE in Lusaka has dismissed claims circulating on social media that a detained suspect, Patrick Mwansa, died while in police custody. In a statement, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha said the allegations were false and misleading. “Mr. Mwansa is alive and in good…
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Entertainment
Tiger Wheel & Tyre | 16Th Lusaka Motor Show 2026
#WATCH #LIVE We’re LIVE with Tiger Wheel & Tyre, proudly supporting the 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
Harry Findlay appears in court on terrorism financing charge
LUSAKA businessman Harry Findlay appeared in the Lusaka High Court facing a charge of prohibition against financing terrorism. Mr. Findlay, who appeared unwell, was before Judge Lameck Mwale for a possible plea. However, after the matter was heard in chambers, Judge Mwale recused himself, citing…
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Lifestyle
Police charge 18 after riotous behaviour at Kitwe bus station
POLICE in Kitwe have charged 18 people following riotous behaviour and conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace at Kitwe Local Bus Station on Tuesday. Copperbelt Police Commissioner Rae Hamoonga said in a statement that the incident occurred on August 19, 2026, at…
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Politics
Police summon Mundubile, Zulu over alleged threats to national security
POLICE have summoned National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity, (NRPUP), losing presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu for questioning over what authorities described as “alarming activities” that may threaten national security. Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba said in a…
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Politics
Tonse Alliance secretary general,Celestine Mukandila, in Immigration custody over status probe
THE Department of Immigration has arrested Tonse Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila over questions relating to his immigration status. Department Chief Public Relations Officer Namati Nshinka confirmed the arrest in a statement Thursday. Mr. Mukandila, 36, was arrested at his residence in Mapepe, Chilanga, Lusaka…
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Politics
Government mourns former Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya, warns against threats to President
GOVERNMENT has expressed regret over the death of former Minister of Works and Transport Mutotwe Kafwaya. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa extended condolences to the Kafwaya family on Wednesday. He said government would make no further comment as the matter is under investigation by…
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Lifestyle
Lisa, was brought-in-dead at the hospital, with no physical injuries on her body, police say
POLICE are investigating the sudden death of a 25-year-old woman, identified as Lisa Mutambo, the Zambia Police Service said Thursday.. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha said the report was received at Chelstone Police Station at around 09:30 hours on August 20. The incident…
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Politics
LAZ calls for independent probe into death of Mutotwe Kafwaya
THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for an immediate, independent and transparent investigation into the death of former Lunte MP and former Minister of Transport and Communications, Hon. Mutotwe Kafwaya. In a statement issued, LAZ President Arnold Kaluba said the association noted “with…
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Politics
PeP founder Sean Tembo announces retirement from politics
PATRIOTS for Economic Progress (PeP) founder Sean Tembo has announced his retirement from active politics, effective immediately. In a statement issued on Thursday, Mr. Tembo said the decision followed “careful consideration and extensive consultations with family and friends.” Today marks 10 years since he founded…
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Lifestyle
Police probe reported death of influencer, Lisa Mutalu.
POLICE are investigating the reported death of social media influencer and content creator Lisa Mutalu. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha said that officers were deployed to establish the circumstances surrounding the death. Mutalu was reported dead in the early hours of Thursday. “Officers…
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Politics
Zambia thanks outgoing UN Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali
GOVERNMENT has commended outgoing United Nations Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali for her “dedicated service and invaluable contribution” to the country’s development during her four-year tenure. Vice President Dr. W.K. Mutale-Nalumango said the government and people of Zambia expressed “profound appreciation” for Ms. Mutali’s partnership, commitment…
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Politics
Family seeks habeas corpus for NRPUP spokesperson allegedly held since Aug. 14
THE family of National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential spokesperson George Chisanga has filed a High Court application seeking his release, saying he has been detained at Chelstone Police Station since Aug. 14 without charge. In court papers filed Aug. 17, Chisanga’s…
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Politics
Citizens First calls for independent probe into Kafwaya killing
CITIZENS First president Harry Kalaba has called for a clear, transparent and independent account of the events surrounding the death of former Lunte MP Mutotwe Kafwaya. In a statement, Mr. Kalaba said he was addressing the nation “with profound sadness” following the “tragic passing” of…
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Crime & Courts
Socialist Party condemns killing of former MP Mutotwe Kafwaya
THE Socialist Party has condemned the killing of former Lunte MP and former Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya, calling it “frightening, saddening and annoying.” In a statement, party president Fred M’membe said news of Mr. Kafwaya’s death “sent a cold chill down our spines and has deeply…
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Politics
Former MP Mutotwe Kafwaya confirmed dead after Kabulonga operation
FORMER Lunte Member of Parliament Mutotwe Kafwaya has been confirmed dead following a joint security operation in Kabulonga on August 14, 2026 Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba said on August 14, 2026, around 19:30 hours, a Joint Task Force team from the Central Joint…
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Politics
Mutotwe Kafwaya’s wife seeks husband’s release from detention
THE wife of former Lunte MP Mutotwe Kafwaya has filed an application in the Lusaka High Court seeking an order for her missing husband to be brought before court. His wife, Dinis Ng’andu, has filed an application in the Lusaka High Court seeking leave to…
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Politics
NRPUP president Tembo congratulates president HH, urges respect for results.
NATIONAL Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) President Ezra Tembo has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his election victory after defeating the party’s candidate Brian Mundubile. Mr. Tembo said NRPUP accepts the outcome of the August 13 general elections and urged all party members…
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Politics
UPND’s Simon Chitambala Mwewa elected Lusaka Mayor
VLOGGER and businessman Simon Chitambala Mwewa has been elected Mayor of Lusaka after polling 200,029 votes in the August 13 general elections. Lusaka Returning Officer Oliver Muka declared Mr. Chitambala duly elected on Wednesday. Standing on the United Party for National Development (UPND) ticket, Mr…
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Politics
Mbala Mayor-Elect Steward Simutenda dies six days after election
MBALA District is in mourning following the death of newly elected Mayor Steward Simutenda, who died in the early hours of Wednesday, 19th August 2026, just six days after winning the mayoral seat. Mr. Simutenda’s brother, Gabriel Simutenda, confirmed he died around midnight on 18th…
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Politics
Hichilema pledges to serve all Zambians after re-election
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to serve all Zambians fairly following his re-election on August 13, saying the vote was a clear show of confidence in his leadership. In a national address, Mr. Hichilema said his administration does not take the decision to return it…
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Politics
President-Elect Hakainde Hichilema Addresses the Nation
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, President-elect Hakainde Hichilema is addressing the nation following his re-election. Congratulations to President-elect Hichilema on securing another mandate from the Zambian people. Let us know where in the world you are watching from?. #NationalAddress #HakaindeHichilema #PresidentElect #MwebantuLive #Zambia Watch on YouTube
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Politics
Hichilema thanks Zambians, pledges development and unity
PRESIDENT-Elect Hakainde Hichilema has thanked Zambians for entrusting him with the country’s highest office once again. Mr. Hichilema said the election demonstrated that Zambia is “a nation of peace, a nation of law and order, a democratic nation that settles our differences at the ballot…
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Politics
UPND’s Chipoka Mulenga wins Chingola West as NRPUP takes Kwacha
FORMER Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Chipoka Mulenga has won the Chingola West Constituency seat on the UPND ticket. Mulenga polled 9,995 votes and was declared winner by Chingola West Returning Officer Grace Mundia. NRPUP’s Borris Chansa came second with 9,944 votes, followed by…
