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Can a Person be Nominated as an MP Consecutively for More than One Term by the Republican President?

CAN A PERSON BE NOMINATED AS AN MP CONSECUTIVELY FOR MORE THAN ONE TERM BY THE REPUBLICAN PRESIDENT? THE ANSWER IS YES! The Constitution of Zambia does not impose a “once-only” rule on presidential nominations to the National Assembly. A person…

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NRPUP — 60 MPs ‘

MPs ‘ 1. Chitambo — Kabanda Nelson C2. Luanshya — Mulenga Golden3. Mkushi North — Nyirenda Mabvuto4. Nchanga — Chipoya Rosemary R5. Chimwemwe — Mwenya Musenge L6. Nkana — Chiteme Alexander 7. Kabushi — Sichinga Tillas T8. Dag Hammerskjoeld — Tembo Ezra9. Chadiza West —…

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Kulima Tower Bus Station to Provide 100 Free Buses for President Hichilema’s Inauguration

BUS STATION TO PROVIDE 100 FREE BUSES FOR PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S INAUGURATION Kulima Tower Bus Station in Lusaka has announced that 100 buses will be provided free of charge to ferry members of the public to and from the venue of President

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Egypt’s Al-Sisi Congratulates President Hichilema

Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election for a second term in office, describing the outcome as a clear reflection of the Zambian people’s confidence in his leadership. In a congratulatory message, President Al-Sisi said the result of the August 13…

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I Will Never Leave UPND Until I’m Buried, Says Paul Moonga.

Video is circulating online in which Mr. Paul Moonga is being questioned by Dr. Proud, a regular radio caller, over his history of moving from one political party to another. During the exchange, Dr. Proud reminds Mr. Moonga of assurances he made when

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Johane Masowe Causes Controversy Even in Death, Sons Want to Exhume and Rebury Him

The State feared him alive, the church fights over his body By Fanuel Viriri Larger than life founder of the white-garment clad Inzwi RaMwari church – Johane Masowe (Shoniwa Masedza Tandi) – continues to cause controversy even in death. More than

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EXPLAINER | Was a presidential petition filed? What the Judiciary actually said?

Actually said? Two official statements have created confusion over whether Zambia has a presidential election petition. Read together, however, they establish a fairly clear set of facts. No petition was recorded at the Constitutional Court Registry within the stated filing period. Separately, documents described

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Presidential Petition costs K834.00:DID THEY PAY THE PETITION FEE?

DID THEY PAY THE PETITION FEE? By the way, under the Constitutional Court Rules, a document that is required to be filed will not be accepted by the Registry unless the prescribed fee has been paid. For an ordinary petition you pay K168.00, while a…

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Lawyer Seeks Clarity on 7-Day Deadline for Presidential Election Petition

Elesani Phiri Lusaka Lawyer Tresford Chali has raised questions over how the seven-day deadline for filing a presidential election petition should be calculated. Mr. Chali says the key issue is whether the deadline should be counted in hours from the time President Hakainde Hichilema

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Historian Says Zambia May No Longer Hold Strong International Democratic Standing after 2026 Polls

Historian Dr. Euston Chiputa says Zambia may no longer hold its position among countries with a strong international democratic standing following events surrounding the 2026 general election. Dr. Chiputa has cited a series of events surrounding the election,

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After considerable reflection, I have decided to withdraw from active social media politicsand temporarily close my Facebook account- Dr. Larry L. Mweetwa

A TIME TO STEP BACK: WITHDRAWING FROM ACTIVE SOCIAL MEDIA POLITICS After considerable reflection, I have decided to withdraw from active social media politics, stop posting political content, and temporarily close my Facebook account. This decision is not born out of frustration, anger, disappointment or…

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Jere Calls for Truth, Justice and Reconciliation after Elections

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THE JUDICIARY: LET THE PETITION BE HEARD – Prophet Ian Genesis

Genesis THE JUDICIARY: LET THE PETITION BE HEARD My fellow Zambians, Today marks a day when the silence must be broken and the truth must be spoken,not against power, but to power. The wind blowing across our beloved nation does not feel…

Africa & World

Gen. Muhoozi has openly declared his intention to contest for Uganda’s presidency in 2031

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has openly declared his intention to contest for Uganda’s presidency in the 2031 elections, expressing confidence that he will win “by the grace of God.” In a statement that is already fueling fresh debate about Uganda’s political future, the Chief of Defence…

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Hichilema’s Victory Will Allow Zambia to Stabilize – Nzovu

UPND National Management Committee (NMC) member Collins Nzovu has said President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election presents Zambia with an opportunity to achieve stability in leadership and sustain long-term development. Mr Nzovu said frequent changes in government since the de•ath of former President Levy Mwanawasa had made…

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Russia Claims Japan Could Develop Nuclear Weapons Within 12 Months

Russian intelligence services have reportedly issued a warning claiming that Japan is secretly developing nuclear weapons and could be capable of producing an operational arsenal within as little as 12 months. The allegation has raised fresh concerns about nuclear proliferation in East Asia, particularly given

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EU Wants Nigeria to Reintegrate Boko Haram Fighters

The European Union has advised Nigeria to reintegrate former Boko Haram, ISWAP and JNIM fighters back into society. The bloc has committed 731 million euros to the project. The programme will deradicalise these fighters and reintegrate them into communities or the military. Nigerians are furious…

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CIA Director Ratcliffe Made Secret Trip to Moscow

CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow on Tuesday for undisclosed meetings with Russian officials. Multiple US media outlets have confirmed the visit. The US Air Force C-17A Globemaster III was spotted at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport. Flight tracking data showed the plane traveled from Joint…

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Turkey Warns Israel to Stay Out of Syria

Turkey has reportedly warned Israel to stay away from Syria and refrain from actions that could further destabilize the region, according to reports. Ankara has signaled that continued Israeli military activity in Syria could trigger a strong response, warning that Israel could “pay a heavy…

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Poland Deploys 28 South Korean K2 Tanks Near Kaliningrad

Poland has deployed 28 South Korean-made K2 Black Panther main battle tanks near the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, according to Polish officials. Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said future deliveries will include the K2PL variant, featuring components manufactured in Poland. The deployment comes as Poland…

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Former Liberian Vp, Ex-Wife of Charles Taylor, Jailed Ahead of Drug Trafficking Trial

Liberian Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has been transferred to Monrovia Central Prison as she awaits further court proceedings over allegations linking her to an international drug trafficking network. Howard-Taylor, who served as Liberia’s Vice President from 2018 to 2024 under former

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Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued a stern public warning to President Yoweri Museveni’s son-in-law

To have him arrested if he contacts any security officer without Muhoozi’s prior approval. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Defence Forces made the warning in a direct message aimed at Rwabwogo, who is also the

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Netanyahu vs. Eisenkot: A Major Test for Israel’s Next Election

Benjamin Netanyahu or Gadi Eisenkot? Israel’s October 27 parliamentary election is shaping up as a major political contest, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing a serious challenge from former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot. Eisenkot, a former senior military commander and prominent political