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Business
Three men admit stealing K3.7 million from Lusaka businessman
Three men have admitted breaking into a Lusaka businessman’s house and stealing property valued at more than K3.7 million, while a fourth accused person has denied the charge. Fanwell Chatugwa, 45, a driver, Most Siachilende, 36, a taxi driver of Livingstone, and Benard Ochieng Oganga…
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Politics
Civil society calls for radical reforms, overhaul of Electoral Commission after disputed Zambia vote
Civil society organisations have called for an inclusive constitutional and electoral reform process, including the reconstitution of the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), to address political tensions following the disputed August 13 general elections. The recommendations were made at a post-election round-table organised by the…
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Crime & Courts
Katele Kalumba granted K100,000 bail over sedition charge
Former Finance Minister, Katele Kalumba, has been granted K100,000 bail in his own recognisance by the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court after his lawyers cited his health condition and the need for medical attention outside prison. Kalumba, 74, was granted bail after the State raised no objection…
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Business
World Bank calls for faster implementation of Muchinga emissions reduction programme
The World Bank has called for accelerated implementation of the Muchinga Emissions Reduction Programme (ERP) to ensure communities benefit from landscape restoration and related development activities. Transforming Landscapes for Resilience and Development (TRALARD II) Task Team Leader, Ambroise Brenier, said the programme recognised the importance…
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Business
Govt courts investors in Zambia’s beef value chain at FAO forum
Government has called for increased private-sector investment in Zambia’s livestock sector as it targets US$1 billion in annual beef exports and a cattle population of 11 million by 2031. Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock Permanent Secretary, Dr Max Choombe, made the call during a high-level…
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Technology
Techbytes: NeoFleet Capital raises $4 million to finance taxi fleets in Africa (Africa in Tech)
NeoFleet Capital, a Cyprus-based mobility fintech company that finances taxi fleets in emerging markets, has raised US$4 million in a pre-seed funding round combining equity and debt. According to Tech publication, former inDrive executive Mark Loughran has joined the company as president and co-founder. Africa…
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Business
Zambia eyes Yuan loans, currency swap deal with China
Zambia is exploring borrowing in Chinese yuan and negotiating a possible currency swap agreement with China as it seeks to deepen financial cooperation and reduce exposure to foreign exchange costs. Bank of Zambia (BoZ) Governor, Denny Kalyalya, said the discussions formed part of broader efforts…
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Health
Fears over hydropower generation in 2027 as River Authority cuts Kariba water allocation to 23bn cubic meters
The Zambezi River Authority (ZRA) has reduced water allocation for power generation at Kariba Dam from 36 billion cubic metres (BCM) this year to 23 BCM in 2027, citing forecasts of strong El Niño conditions and below-normal rainfall. ZRA acting chief executive officer, Peter Kapinga…
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Business
Zambia, Mozambique sign agreement to harmonise standards, boost trade
Zambia and Mozambique have signed an agreement to harmonise quality standards and facilitate regional trade by strengthening cooperation between their quality infrastructure institutions. The agreement was signed in Lusaka on Wednesday by the Zambia Bureau of Standards (ZABS), Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA), Zambia Metrology…
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Business
Zambia, FAO seek US$300 million to climate-proof agrifood systems
Zambia and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have agreed to strengthen collaboration to mobilise approximately US$300 million in climate finance to climate-proof the country’s agrifood systems. The commitment was made in Rome, Italy, following high-level bilateral discussions between Minister of…
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Business
Finance minister, Musokotwane, urges World Bank to boost concessional financing for Africa
Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has called on the World Bank Group to sustain concessional financing for Africa while directing greater support towards productive investment and private-sector-led job creation. Musokotwane said development assistance should serve as a stronger catalyst for economic transformation. He…
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Zambia
Immigration nabs 153 in Ndola, Kitwe enforcement operations
Zambia’s Department of Immigration has apprehended 153 people of various nationalities in separate enforcement operations conducted in Ndola and Kitwe on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The operations were conducted to verify immigration status and screen individuals, according to a statement issued by Chief Public Relations…
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Crime & Courts
Archbishop Alick Banda’s trial set for November 3
Lusaka Archbishop, Alick Banda, appeared before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday ahead of his trial, which is scheduled to begin on November 3, 2026. Archbishop Banda, accompanied by fellow Catholic priests, appeared before Magistrate Mwandu Nakazwe for mention, where the State confirmed the trial…
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Crime & Courts
Zambian lawyers join calls for arrests over Supreme Court violence
The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for prompt, thorough and impartial investigations into the violence at the Supreme Court, urging arrests where lawful grounds exist and prosecutions while respecting constitutional rights, including the presumption of innocence. LAZ president, Arnold Kaluba, expressed concern over…
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Zambia
King of Morocco receives El Mansouri on Government formation
King of Morocco Mohammed VI received Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, Head of Government tasked with forming the new government, on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the Royal Palace in Rabat, said the Royal Office in a statement. During this Audience, the Head of Government briefed…
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Business
Govt calls for urgent action to tackle growing e-waste crisis
The Zambian Government has called for urgent and coordinated action to address electronic waste (e-waste), warning that it is among the fastest-growing environmental challenges associated with modern consumption and technological development. Ministry of Green Economy and Environment Permanent Secretary, Douty Chibamba, said the rapid uptake…
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Business
Zambia set to host housing finance conference
Zambia will host the 42nd Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting of the African Union for Housing Finance (AUHF) for the first time, with Government calling for a functional national housing finance framework to improve access to decent and affordable homes. Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing…
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Politics
Hichilema pledges to use UN Human Rights Council seat to strengthen rights at home
President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to use Zambia’s seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to strengthen the promotion and protection of human rights at home, bring the Council closer to citizens and amplify the voices of developing countries. Zambia was elected to…
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Business
Zambia warned against unsustainable borrowing under new IMF programme
The Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) has warned Government against accumulating unsustainable debt under the proposed US$1.5 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, urging authorities to direct any new borrowing towards productive investments. In a statement issued on Wednesday, CTPD Head of Advocacy…
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Business
IRH, ZCCM-IH renew commitment to scaling up performance at Mopani Copper Mines
International Resources Holding (IRH) and ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) have reaffirmed their commitment to Mopani Copper Mines, with IRH maintaining its US$1.1 billion investment pledge to support the mine’s operations and development. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the two shareholders said they would…
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Technology
Techbytes: Google opens AI content detector to public
Google has made its SynthID Detector available globally, giving users a new way to check whether images, videos and audio files contain digital watermarks indicating they were generated using artificial intelligence (AI). The wider rollout, announced on October 7, 2026, expands access to the tool…
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Sport
Copper Queens beat Uganda 5-3 aggregate to reach Olympic third round
The Copper Queens revived their chances of making a third consecutive Olympic appearance after beating Uganda 4-1 in Ndola to advance to the third round of the qualifiers with a 5-3 aggregate victory. The victory sends the Copper Queens into the third round, where they…
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Africa & World
Zambia elected to UN Human Rights Council for 2027–2029 term
Zambia has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2027–2029 term, in a development the government says marks a significant milestone in the country’s multilateral diplomacy. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mulambo Haimbe, announced that the election took…
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Sport
Man Utd’s winless run hits five after 0-2 loss to. Atletico
Manchester United’s poor run continued as they slumped to a Champions League defeat at Atletico Madrid after conceding inside the first minute. Despite a much-improved display following five changes by head coach Michael Carrick, United have now gone five games without a win and became…
