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Politics
Why HH has been given another overwhelming mandate by the Zambia People
President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election is not merely a political victory. It is an endorsement of the difficult economic decisions his administration made during its first term and a vote to protect the progress Zambia has achieved since 2021. When President Hichilema…
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Politics
Final Run | 192 of 226 Constituencies Declared | Elections 2026 Update
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
Final Run | 192 of 226 Constituencies Declared | Elections 2026 Update
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
UPND’s Sakala wins Matero seat after tense count
UPND’s Alexander Mumba Sakala has been officially declared Member of Parliament for Matero Constituency after polling 24,129 votes. The race was marked by confusion after Resolute Party candidate Patrick Salubusa took an early lead. Counting was later suspended amid social media speculation, including an alleged…
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Politics
UPND’s Chrizoster Phiri wins Kabwe Central seat
UPND’s Chrizoster Phiri has been elected Member of Parliament for Kabwe Central Constituency after polling 14,474 votes. Phiri defeated her closest rival, NRPUP candidate Patrick Chishala, who garnered 13,749 votes. Returning Officer Sylvester Mubita announced that Citizens First candidate Dorothy Yaluma polled 465 votes, while…
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Politics
Elections 2026 Update | Ecz Announces Next Set of Presidential Results
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
Elections 2026 Update | Ecz Announces Next Set of Presidential Results
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…
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Politics
UPND’s Mwambazi retains Bwana Mukubwa seat
WARREN Mwambazi has retained the Bwana Mukubwa parliamentary seat in Ndola after polling 9,950 votes on the United Party for National Development ticket. Mwambazi, who previously served as an independent Member of Parliament, will now return to the National Assembly as a UPND lawmaker. He…
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Politics
UPND’s Mweetwa retains Choma Central seat
UPND candidate Cornelius Mweetwa has been declared duly elected Member of Parliament for Choma Central Constituency after polling 18,495 votes. Returning Officer Rebecca Kalumba announced the results at 13:40 hours, confirming Mr. Mweetwa’s victory over Independent candidate Baker Chakwana who received 14,803 votes. Independent Rodwell…
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Politics
NRPUP’s Phiri wins Chingola Central seat
NATIONAL Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity candidate Michelle Phiri has been elected Member of Parliament for Chingola Central Constituency after securing 21,948 votes. She defeated UPND candidate Joseph Kazhila, who polled 10,182 votes. Returning Officer Kelvin Mwenda announced the results, stating that 32,456 votes…
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Business
From Recovery to Record Growth: How KCM Reignited Zambia’s Copper Giant
Two years after Vedanta Resources resumed stewardship of Konkola Copper Mines, one of Zambia’s most important mining assets is once again setting the pace for investment, production and long-term growth. Two years ago, Konkola Copper Mines stood at one of the lowest points in its…
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Business
Colgate-Palmolive, in Partnership with Shoprite, Launch your share of 800 000 Kwacha Scholarship Campaign in Zambia
Colgate-Palmolive Zambia, in partnership with Shoprite Supermarkets, has launched a nationwide Scholarship Campaign that turns everyday toothpaste purchases of any two Colgate toothpaste into opportunities for Zambian children to stay in school through a share of scholarships and prizes worth a total of 800,000 Kwacha…
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Entertainment
Pr Girl Media | 10Th Edition of Lusaka July 2026 Launch
#WATCH #LIVE We are LIVE as PR Girl Media unveils the official dates and theme for the milestone 10th edition of Lusaka July 2026. Get the latest announcements, exciting highlights, and everything to expect from one of Zambia’s biggest lifestyle and fashion events. Let us…
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Sport
Häuptle criticises CAF tiebreak rules after Zambia’s WAFCON exit
COPPER Queens coach Nora Häuptle has criticised the CAF head-to-head tiebreak rule that eliminated Zambia from the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations despite the team finishing the group stage on six points. Zambia was eliminated from Group B after CAF applied Article 71.2 of the…
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Sport
FAZ appoints Mutapa as Zambia U-20 coach
THE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed former Chipolopolo midfielder Perry Mutapa as head coach of the Under-20 Men’s National Team. FAZ said Mutapa, who is also head coach of Super League side Green Eagles, will replace Boyd Mulwanda. Mutapa’s technical bench will include…
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Business
BoZ Cuts Reserve Requirements: What Does This Mean for You? By Prof. Lubinda Haabazoka
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has reduced the Statutory Reserve Ratio (SRR) on Kwacha deposits from 26% to 21%, effective 3 August 2026. At first glance, this sounds like technical banking language, but it is actually one of the most important monetary policy decisions made…
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Sport
Police officer and athlete Mumbuna Namakando dies at 31
CONSTABLE Mumbuna Namakando, a police officer and 400-meter specialist, died suddenly on July 31, 2026, after collapsing while on duty in Lusaka. The Zambia Police Service said Namakando, of Kabwata Police Station, collapsed near Lewanika Mall along Mosi-O-Tunya Road around 22:00 hours. He was rushed…
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Health
Hichilema commissions refurbished radiotherapy unit at Cancer Diseases Hospital
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema on Saturday commissioned the refurbished radiotherapy and imaging section of the Cancer Diseases Hospital, which had been closed since 2020. The President said the five-year closure forced government to spend millions sending 600 patients abroad for treatment while thousands more waited. The…
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Business
Hichilema urges businesses to pass on gains of economic recovery to Zambians
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has called on the business community to pass on the benefits of Zambia’s economic recovery to consumers, saying improvements in key fundamentals have been too slow to reach prices in shops and markets. State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka, Hichilema cited…
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Sport
‘We have a plan for Nigeria,’ says Hauptle ahead of WAFCON clash
ZAMBIA coach Nora Hauptle says the Copper Queens have a plan to beat defending champions Nigeria when the two sides meet today in a Group C match at the Women Africa Cup of Nations. Both teams are chasing a win for different reasons. Zambia opened…
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Business
ERB cuts fuel prices for August as global oil falls
THE Energy Regulation Board has reduced pump prices for all petroleum products for August 2026, citing lower international oil prices and a weaker Kwacha. In a statement issued Friday, July 31, 2026, ERB Board Chairperson James Banda said the new prices take effect at midnight…
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Business
Zambia’s annual inflation holds steady at 6.5% in July
ZAMBIA’s annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 6.5% in July 2026, the same level recorded in June, the Zambia Statistics Agency has said. Speaking during the monthly inflation briefing in Lusaka, ZAMSTAT Statistician General Sheila Mudenda said the July rate means that, on average, the…
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Business
Zambia targets 82% domestic financing for 2026 budget, says Treasury Secretary
ZAMBIA expects 82% of resources supporting the 2026 National Budget to be mobilized domestically through tax and non-tax revenue, up from 55.2% in 2021, Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa has said. Nkulukusa said the increase reflects Zambia’s shift from reliance on borrowing and external…
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Sport
Zambia’s Copper Queens rout Egypt 6-0 in WAFCON opener
ZAMBIA made a statement in their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations opener, cruising to a 6-0 win over Egypt in Group C on Tuesday. Barbra Banda led the way with four goals, becoming Zambia’s all-time leading scorer in WAFCON history. Veteran Rachael Nachula, 40, also…
