Arrest
Zambian coverage mentioning arrest, gathered from every newsroom we follow.
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Crime & Courts
Nakonde Murder: Suspects Caught after Reporting Crime Covered in Blood
Police in Nakonde have arrested two men in connection with the murder of an unknown person whose body was found in Chiyanga village. The body was discovered on 4th September 2026 at around 20:00 hours, lying in the graveyard, about 13 meters from the primary…
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Crime & Courts
Mukandila Seeks Court Order for Release after 14 Days in Custody
Tonse Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila is seeking a court order for his release after spending 14 days in custody without appearing before a court or being granted police bond. Mr Mukandila was arrested by the Immigration Department at his residence in Mapepe, Chilanga District…
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Entertainment
David Kazadi accuses law enforcement officers of leaking his ‘private’ videos
FILMMAKER David Kazadi has accused some law enforcement officers of leaking his private videos to the public. In July this year, police arrested Mr Kazadi for allegedly producing and circulating pornographic material. This followed the circulation of viral videos on social media allegedly showing a…
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Crime & Courts
Archbishop Banda ends night in custody after completing K80,000 bail conditions
Lusaka Archbishop Alick Banda walked out of Lusaka Central Correctional Facility, popularly known as Chimbokaila, on Tuesday afternoon after completing his bail formalities, ending a night in custody following his arrest over a vehicle allegedly linked to the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA). Dr Banda, 62…
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Crime & Courts
DEC Charges Archbishop Alick Banda over Alleged Unlawful Possession of ZRA Vehicle
The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has formally charged and arrested Lusaka Archdiocese Archbishop, His Grace Dr. Alick Banda, for the alleged possession of property reasonably believed to have been unlawfully obtained, in connection with a motor vehicle suspected to have been improperly disposed of by…
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Crime & Courts
Solwezi Council HR gets K100,000 false accounting charge
AMOS KAWISHA Solwezi SOLWEZI Municipal Council chief human resource officer Golden Matimba has been arrested and charged with alleged false accounting involving over K100,000 meant for the council’s 2023 Labour Day celebrations. In a statement issued by Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) head of corporate communications Joseph…
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Africa & World
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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Crime & Courts
SOUTH AFRICA: Man attacked by his girlfriend and her sister after he confronted her for allegedly cheating
A 23-year-old woman and her sister, 27, were arrested by Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) for allegedly attacking her boyfriend. The suspects were nabbed on Monday, August 24, 2026 after they fled the scene of the violent attack
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Africa & World
KELSEA DRUG DRAMA: Mum and Sister Held as Dubai Jet Waited
US$53,055 CASH, COCAINE AND CRYSTAL METH ALLEGEDLY FOUND AS PRIVATE JET PREPARED TO FLY THEM TO DUBAI By The Day Star Investigations Desk The drug scandal surrounding Kelsea Tafirenyika has taken a dramatic new turn after her mother and sister were arrested in Bulawayo
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Crime & Courts
Police to arraign ex-minister Kalumba over alleged cyber harassment of President Hichilema
Police in Kabwe have charged and arrested former Finance Minister Dr. Katele Kalumba for alleged harassment under Section 22 of the Cyber Crimes Act No. 4 of 2025, police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said on Thursday. Chilabi said the matter was reported at Kabwe Central Police…
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Crime & Courts
16 of 17 Suspects, Including Three Artists, Set for Court Appearance Today
Sixteen of the 17 suspects arrested in Western Province, including musicians Moses Ng’andwe, alias Chester, Felix Mangani Phiri, alias Felix Ndangeni Inshila, and comedian Winston Ngosa, alias IDC Light Comedy, are expected to appear in court today. Lawyer representing the accused, Wisdom Nyirenda, says only…
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Crime & Courts
‘No political fights for me,’ Chitimukulu urges diplomacy amid criticisms over political silence
Paramount Chief Chitimukulu has called for diplomacy and prayer in addressing the country’s political tensions, saying he would not be drawn into political disputes despite criticism on social media over his silence on the arrest of opposition leaders. Speaking during the unveiling of the Crocodile…
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Crime & Courts
Relief for lawmaker Munthali, as police grants bond after health concerns in custody
Zambia’s police have granted Mafinga Member of Parliament Faith Munthali police bond after she was arrested and detained on criminal charges, following concerns over her health while in custody. Police Assistant Public Relations Officer, Timothy Malumo, said in a statement issued in Lusaka on Wednesday…
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Crime & Courts
Zambia drug agency seizes over 8,000 bottles of medication laced with codeine
Zambia’s Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has arrested several people and seized illicit drugs, including 170 boxes of Benylin cough syrup containing codeine, in separate operations across the country, the agency said on Monday. Allan Tamba, Public Relations Officer at DEC, said two trucks travelling from…
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Politics
‘No one should be unlawfully detained,’ Amnesty calls for lawyer access to Jay Jay Banda
Amnesty International Africa has urged Zambian authorities to facilitate a medical examination and access to a lawyer for former Petauke Member of Parliament Emmanuel “Jay Jay” Banda following his arrest and transfer to Zambia. Zambian authorities have confirmed that Banda, a former MP and government…
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Crime & Courts
Zimbabwean traditional healer fined K100,000 for immigration offences in Zambia
A 47-year-old Zimbabwean national has been fined K100,000 after being convicted of illegally entering and staying in Zambia and conducting business without a valid immigration permit. The Department of Immigration said Alois Moyo was convicted by the Mkushi Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday following his arrest…
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Crime & Courts
Former Education PS, Procurement Head Charged over Us$401m Deal
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested and charged a former Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and a former Head of Procurement and Supply over alleged breaches of public procurement regulations involving a US$401.8 million loan obligation. The two are 57-year-old Henry Tukombe, former…
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Crime & Courts
Police charge newly sworn-in lawmaker, Munthali, with possession of arms, conspiracy to commit felony
The Zambia Police Service in Mafinga District has arrested and charged Faith Munthali, Member of Parliament for Mafinga South, with two offences. Muchinga Province Commissioner of Police, Lubinda Mayamba said Munthali had been charged with Being Armed in Public contrary to Section 85 of the…
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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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Crime & Courts
Eight suspected criminals linked to Real Friends Shopping Complex nabbed in Kalikiliki police operation
Police in Lusaka have arrested 8 suspected criminals believed to be behind a spate of break-ins reported in Kalikiliki and Mtendere East Compounds, particularly at Real Friends Shopping Complex, Bola-Bet and Linbets. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, Chipo Kaitisha, said Mtendere Police Station also recorded…
