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Politics
There are No Arbitrary Arrests in Zambia, but Lawful Investigations on Suspected Criminal Activities – State House
THERE ARE NO ARBITRARY ARRESTS IN ZAMBIA, BUT LAWFUL INVESTIGATIONS ON SUSPECTED CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES There is a sustained and increasingly mischievous campaign by some citizens and sections of the opposition-aligned media to portray legitimate investigations by Zambia’s security and law-enforcement agencies as a programme of…
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Politics
PETITION WILL NOT HEAL NATION, TONSE ALLIANCE CHIEF WARNS… Zumani Zimba distances himself from court challenges, calling presidential election petitions a confrontational process
TONSE-PAMODZI Alliance founder and secretary general, Chris Zimba, has openly broken ranks with opposition leaders over plans to challenge the just-ended general elections. Dr Zimba in a monitored recorded
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Politics
ZCTU Urges Zambians to Unite Behind President Hichilema
The Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has urged Zambians to unite behind President Hakainde Hichilema to drive national development, following a peaceful electoral process that returned him to office. Speaking at a media briefing, ZCTU President Blake Mulala said the union body was satisfied…
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Politics
When Political Analysis Becomes Political Fiction: Sishuwa Sishuwa’s Dangerous Conspiracy Theory
Editor Zambia As usual, Sishuwa Sishuwa’s latest intervention, titled “The Quest for a Life Presidency: How Hichilema Plans to Destroy the Opposition,” is presented as political analysis, but reads less like sober scholarship and more like an elaborate political indictment constructed almost entirely
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Politics
Central province MPs all from the ruling party
THE United Party for National Development (UPND) has secured all 21 parliamentary seats in Central Province following the 2026 General Election. Among the newly elected MPs is Nkulukusa Mwabashike for Katuba Constituency, while Emmanuel Chiminsa will represent Keembe East and Princess Kasune, Keembe West. Martin…
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Business
Strong Post-Election Demand for Grz Bonds as August Auction Attracts K8.6 Billion
By George N Mtonga STRONG POST-ELECTION DEMAND FOR GRZ BONDS AS AUGUST AUCTION ATTRACTS K8.6 BILLION LUSAKA, ZAMBIA — 22 August 2026 Zambia’s domestic capital market has delivered an important vote of investor confidence following the 2026 general election, with the August Government of the…
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Politics
JUDICIARY NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PROLONGED DETENTION OF SUSPECTS- Chief Justice Dr Mumba Malila
Has clarified that the Judiciary is not responsible for the prolonged detention of suspects in police custody. Speaking to Hot FM News, Dr Malila said the Judiciary’s responsibility begins once a matter enters the judicial system. He said members of the public
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Lifestyle
Police Charge Lovers over Alleged Chalala Bedroom Trespass
The Zambia Police Service has charged two individuals with criminal trespass after they allegedly entered a residence in Chalala, Lusaka, without consent. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha said the matter was reported at Lubwa Police Station around 11:00 hours by Patricia Mulenga, who…
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Politics
Analysis: Could Türki̇ye Turn Back to China for Air Defense amid U.s. Pressure?
Revisit Chinese long-range air-defense systems if Washington imposes new sanctions or other punitive measures over growing tensions between Türkiye and Israel in Syria. Reports have suggested that Ankara could resume consideration of a Chinese FD-2000/HQ-9-family system, with a potential
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Politics
The Commonwealth expresses concern at the post-election situation in Zambia
The following statement is issued today, 21 August 2026, by the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, on the developing situation in Zambia. The Commonwealth expresses concern at the post-election situation in Zambia and urges full respect for the rights of all persons and for the…
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Politics
New U.s.–Canada Trade Showdown: Washington Imposes 50% Tariffs on Some Canadian Goods
States has imposed 50% tariffs on certain Canadian products on Saturday, August 22, following the failure of trade negotiations between Washington and Ottawa. The new measures mark a significant escalation in trade tensions between the two North American neighbors and could
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Politics
12+ Non-NATO Countries Condemn Reported Israeli Strike on Syrian Military Base
Growing diplomatic backlash is emerging following Israel’s reported strike on the Abu al-Duhur (Abu Zuhur) military airbase in northwestern Syria. More than a dozen countries outside NATO have reportedly condemned the Israeli action, highlighting growing regional concerns over Israel’s military operations inside Syria.
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Politics
Trump Again Claims Strait of Hormuz as U.s. Territory
President Donald Trump has again declared that he considers the Strait of Hormuz to be U.S. territory, amid continuing tensions over the strategically vital waterway. The remarks come as Washington maintains a heightened military presence in the region and tensions remain elevated over maritime security
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Politics
Saudi King and Crown Prince Congratulate President Hichilema on Re-Election
Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of Saudi Arabia and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election for a new
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Politics
North Korea Tells Trump “Don’t Rush” Kim Jong Un Meeting
Korea has signaled that U.S. President Donald Trump should not rush into a meeting with Kim Jong Un, after Trump said he wanted to meet the North Korean leader before the end of this year. Pyongyang’s response was notably cautious, indicating that any future
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Africa & World
Married Father Of Two Arrested In Kenya For Posing As Catholic Priest And Conducting Mass, Administering Sacraments
A married father of two has been arrested after allegedly posing as a Catholic priest and conducting Masses in several churches in Turkana County, Kenya. Jones Bogonko Onchonga is accused of using forged Church documents to present himself
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Lifestyle
Biological Parents Sue Surrogate McKenna West for $100,000 After She Refused to Abort Baby Diagnosed With Heart Condition
UNITED STATES: Biological Parents Sue Surrogate McKenna West for $100,000 After She Refused to Abort Baby Diagnosed With Heart Condition A surrogate mother in the US is being sued for over $100,000 after refusing to abort a baby diagnosed with a serious heart condition. The…
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Politics
Putin–Trump Tensions Escalate Over Strait of Hormuz
Reports claim Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to U.S. President Donald Trump over any confrontation involving Russian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. According to the circulating claims, Moscow has warned that any interception or attack on a Russian ship could…
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Africa & World
Zimbabwean Prophet Obey Tichafa Mukanhairi Warns Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma to Repent and Stop Acting Like a Hero, Claiming She is Being Targeted by Her Enemies
Prophet Dr Obey Tichafa Mukanhairi has issued another warning directed at March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, urging her to repent and take his warnings seriously. In a statement posted
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Sport
Real Madrid retain title as World’s Most Valuable football brand at €2.4 Billion
Have maintained their position at the summit of global football business, topping the Brand Finance Football 50 Report for the third consecutive year. The Spanish club’s brand value surged 25% year-over-year to reach €2.4 billion. The valuation makes Los Blancos
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Africa & World
UNITED STATES: FBI explains why Nigerian President Tinubu’s record can’t be released
Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has asked a US court to allow it to keep some records concerning an old investigation linked to President Bola Tinubu from public disclosure, citing the need to protect law-enforcement methods and the safety of individuals. The
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Africa & World
South African man admits he intentionally infected his girlfriend with HIV because he didn’t want her to be in a relationship with another person
SOUTH AFRICA: South African man admits he intentionally infected his girlfriend with HIV because he didn’t want her to be in a relationship with another person A 47-year-old South African man accused of deliberately infecting his girlfriend with HIV has been granted R2,000 bail by…
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Politics
LIBERIA: First 20 US Deportees Arrive In Liberia Under Third-Country Deal
People deported from the United States have arrived in Liberia, marking the start of an agreement that could see up to 1,200 people transferred to the West African country over 12 months. The group landed at Roberts International Airport outside Monrovia under tight
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Africa & World
Ethiopia Rejects Egypt’s “Distorted” Campaign Over Nile Dam
ETHIOPIA: Ethiopia Rejects Egypt’s “Distorted” Campaign Over Nile Dam Ethiopia has pushed back against what it calls a renewed Egyptian campaign to misrepresent its position on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and its development of the Nile. Addis Ababa said its use of the Nile…
