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Zambia
Election petition challenges Chitambala’s declaration as Mayor of Lusaka
An election petition has been filed in the Local Government Elections Tribunal challenging the declaration of Mwewa Chitambala as winner of the Lusaka City Mayor election held on August 13, 2026. The petition was lodged by Gabriel Isaac Kibombwe, who was among six candidates that…
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Crime & Courts
Mundubile, Makebi Zulu face probe over alleged treasonable offense —Zambia Police
Zambia police on Thursday recorded warn and caution statements from opposition presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile, and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, in connection with an alleged treason offence. The two were quizzed by investigators and remained in custody, police spokesperson, Godfrey Chilabi said in a…
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Business
Zambia’s annual inflation rate eases to 6.2 percent in August as food, fuel prices drop
Zambia’s annual inflation rate slowed to 6.2 percent in August 2026, down from 6.5 percent in July 2026, signaling continued moderation in the rate at which prices of goods and services are rising, authorities have revealed. Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) Acting Statistician General, Chola Daka…
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Health
Zambian authorities quiz self-acclaimed winner of presidential poll, Mundubile, running mate, Zulu
National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile, and his running mate Makebi Zulu are being interrogated by police after being handed over by the United Nations, which had been providing them protection in Lusaka. Police spokesperson, Godfrey Chilabi, confirmed the…
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Politics
Family declines Zambian govt offer of state funeral for late ex-Minister Kafwaya allegedly killed by military
Government has announced that the family of the late Lunte lawmaker, Mutotwe Kafwaya, has declined an offer for a state funeral and burial honours, two weeks after the former Cabinet Minister was shot dead during a security operation in Lusaka. In a press statement issued…
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Crime & Courts
Courts reopen quietly but Zambian lawyers demand contingency framework for emergencies
The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for a clear institutional framework for maintaining access to justice during emergencies, following the reopening of courts on Thursday, after a three-day closure. LAZ president, Arnold Kaluba said the country should not again find itself in a…
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Africa & World
157 killed as Nepal floods linked to massive Himalayan landslide, 47 U.S tourists reportedly missing
At least 157 people have been killed and 75 others injured in devastating floods in Nepal following what a geophysicist has described as a “massive geophysical event” in the Himalayas. The flooding has been linked to a landslide in a Himalayan mountain pass that swept…
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Business
Kwacha joins Africa’s weakest currencies in August despite stronger bond market
The Zambian Kwacha is among the weaker African currencies this month, despite positive developments in the country’s bond market and higher copper prices. The local currency has lost nearly one percent against the United States dollar in August, a move that contrasts with the rally…
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Crime & Courts
New Heritage Party faults continuous closure of courts
The New Heritage Party says the closure of Courts in the country constitutes an injustice not only to the opposition but to Zambians who expected the petition process to proceed, and to the President-elect whose victory now risks being questioned. Party leader, Chishala Kateka noted…
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Politics
Mo Ibrahim raises dust over Zambia polls, cautions Hichilema against stifling democracy
Democracy Advocate Mo Ibrahim has urged President Hakainde Hichilema to protect and strengthen his strong legacy, emphasizing the need not to undermine Zambia’s decades-long democratic legacy amid arrests, a former minister’s killing, and court closures. The Chairperson and Founder of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation said…
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Business
ZDA, LuSE partner to close MSME capital gap
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving access to long-term capital for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and supporting private sector-led economic growth. The partnership would create opportunities for businesses…
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Opinion
Zambia targets stronger power, fuel supply systems
Zambia is set to participate in a regional initiative aimed at modernising electricity transmission and distribution networks, while also moving to restore competitive bidding for fuel supplies through the TAZAMA pipeline. According to Access Bank Group market commentary, the United States Trade and Development Agency…
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Lifestyle
Legendary music icon, Dolly Parton dies. Here are some things to remember about her
Dolly Parton, the legendary country music icon, singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026. 1. Dolly Parton is best known for her decades-spanning music career, but her work as an actor – including in her breakout role…
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Crime & Courts
35 Ugandans, 11 Chinese, 33 others arrested in Lusaka joint operation targeting alleged cybercrime network (Video)
Seventy-nine people have been apprehended in a joint security operation targeting a suspected cybercrime network operating from Evana Estates in New Kasama, Lusaka. The operation was conducted on August 23, 2026 by the Zambia Police Service, Drug Enforcement Commission, Department of Immigration, Zambia Cyber Security…
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Crime & Courts
Former HGC truck driver, Muleya, sentenced to two years imprisonment with hard labour
The Subordinate Court in Ndola has delivered judgment in the criminal case of theft by servant against Kelvin Muleya, a former truck driver of HGC Transport and logistics Limited. Muleya was found guilty of the offence of theft by servant and sentenced to two years…
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Politics
Confusion reigns as executive, judiciary issue conflicting claims over judicial intervention in Hichilema election victory saga
Zambia’s Judiciary said on Tuesday that the Chief Justice had received documents seeking to challenge President-elect Hakainde Hichilema’s election and referred them to the Constitutional Court, while the Secretary to the Cabinet said no presidential petition had been received by the Judiciary by the expiry…
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Zambia
Zambian govt to tighten gold regulation with single buyer model, new licensing regime
The Zambian government has announced plans to tighten regulation of gold trading and processing in a bid to curb leakages and maximise revenue from the sector. Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development Permanent Secretary, Dr. Hapenga Kabeta, said the new measures will require all companies…
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Health
Civil Aviation Authority calls for urgent action to close gaps in aviation weather information
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has called for stronger coordination and concrete action to address gaps in the availability and dissemination of meteorological information critical to safe and efficient flight operations. CAA Director General, Captain Derrick Luembe stressed that reliable meteorological information was not merely…
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Business
Policy institute, UNICEF urge sustained investment in children
The Zambia Institute for Policy Analysis and Research (ZIPAR) and UNICEF have called for sustained investment in health, education, nutrition and social protection as Zambia records encouraging progress in economic stability. ZIPAR and UNICEF encouraged policymakers to protect investment in health, education, nutrition, social protection…
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Africa & World
Tanzania Vice-President, Nchimbi, resigns from office
Tanzania’s Vice-President, Emmanuel John Nchimbi, has announced his resignation from office and retirement from public service and active politics, effective September 4, 2026. In a public notice dated August 25, 2026, issued from the Office of the Vice-President in Dodoma and reported by the Star…
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Politics
Presidency denies Hichilema ordered court closure, cites security assessments
State House has denied claims that President Hakainde Hichilema ordered the closure of courts on Monday to block opposition election petitions, saying the Judiciary was independent and that the President had no authority over court filings. On Monday, Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba defended…
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Politics
Petition filed in Constitutional Court seeking to nullify election of Hicilema as president
Lawyer and human rights advocate, Linda Kasonde, Brebner Changala and the LCK Freedom Foundation have petitioned the Constitutional Court seeking to nullify the August 13 presidential election and declare President Hakainde Hichilema’s election invalid. The three petitioners have cited the Electoral Commission of Zambia, the…
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Business
ZRA to install advanced cargo scanner at Livingstone border
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has signed a contract with United States-based Astrophysics Inc. for the supply and installation of an advanced drive-through X-ray cargo scanner at the Livingstone Border Post. The contract was signed on Monday at the United States Embassy in Lusaka by…
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Zambia
IBA renews 16 broadcasting licences
The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Board has renewed 16 broadcasting licences and approved changes to licence categories and station names for several broadcasters across the country. The decisions were made during the IBA’s 46th Ordinary Board Meeting after the affected broadcasters met statutory and regulatory…
