Copper
Copper prices, output and the mines that carry the Zambian economy.
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Entertainment
Y Celeb, Slap Dee steal Charity Shield halftime show, Zesco lifts 6th trophy
THE Samuel Zoom Ndlovu Charity Shield clash between ZESCO United and Power Dynamos yesterday briefly turned into a Copperbelt celebrity showdown when rappers Y Celeb
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Sport
Häuptle expresses pride in WAfCON qualification but believes team can do more
ZAMBIA women’s national football team coach Nora Häuptle has expressed pride in the Copper Queens’ performance, but says there’s still room for growth and improvement
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Health
Ministers lace up as over 1,000 runners hit the trail for ZAFFICO Marathon
OVER 1,200 runners including three ministers are expected to take to the friendly and peaceful streets of Ndola on the Copperbelt this morning as they
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Entertainment
Boniface Muchelenej: The Architect Behind Zambia’s Musical Renaissance
Zambian music icon Macky 2 has dropped a 14-track album celebrating Copperbelt mining culture and township life. The release debuted at number one on local streaming charts within 48 hours of launch.
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Politics
President Hichilema Shares…
Thank you mwebakwasu ba kwi Lamba, ku Mpongwe district on the Copperbelt province for coming in thousands today. Together, let’s protect the gains we have achieved in the education, health, infrastructure and many other sectors. This journey we started together must continue. And yes, we…
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Sport
A Mouth -Watering Tie
…as Power face intense Buffaloes pressure with eyes on top league slot By BENEDICT TEMBO THE MTN Super League today stages two intriguing midweek fixtures on the Copperbelt with a lot more than just points at stake. At Arthur Davies Stadium in Kitwe, Power Dynamos…
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Business
KCM pledges continuity in cultural preservation investment
KONKOLA Copper Mines (KCM) has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to supporting communities in Shibuyunji through continued investment in cultural preservation and community development. KCM Chief Executive Officer Malcolm Mawet says the mining company is proud to sponsor the Ikubi Lyaalongo Traditional Ceremony…
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Politics
Chinsali Council relocates roadside traders
The Lamba Lima Council of Elders has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as Republican President. Council of Elders Member, Josphat Nsundwe, says the victory obtained in the August 13, 2026 general elections has cheered the Lamba people on the Copperbelt Province and other…
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Crime & Courts
20-Year-Old Man Dies after Assault in Mufulira
Police in Mufulira have opened a murder investigation following the death of a 20-year-old man who was allegedly assaulted by three people after attending a funeral. The deceased has been identified as Joseph Luwi of Kabuta, Mufulira. Copperbelt Police Commissioner Rae Hamoonga…
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Entertainment
Maps Loly Ft. Rustar – Mutima Sikantemba
Emerging Copperbelt rapper Maps Loly continues to build momentum in the Zambian music scene with the release of his latest single, “Mutima Sikantemb.” The new offering sees the fast-rising artist team up with singer Rustar, whose catchy chorus adds a melodic touch to the record.Produced…
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Sport
BB rallies Queens ahead of WAFCON
COPPER Queens captain, Barbra Banda, has issued a passionate call to fans to turn up in large numbers for the Four Nations Tournament in Ndola, describing it as the team’s final opportunity to play at home before heading to Morocco for the Women’s Africa Cup…
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Sport
Contract talks sideline Häuptle from Brazil FIFA series
COPPER Queens coach Nora Häuptle will not be part of the FIFA Series tournament in Brazil due to administrative issues. Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Acting Deputy General Secretary Iva Lengwe said Häuptle has proposed amendments to her current contract, leading to prolonged negotiations that…
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Sport
Hauptle Names WAfCON provisional squad
DESPITE uncertainty surrounding the hosting of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, the Copper Queens have intensified preparations, with coach Nora Häuptle naming a 29-member squad ahead of the tournament. With less than two weeks before kick-off, speculation continues to swirl that…
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Lifestyle
Police charge 18 after riotous behaviour at Kitwe bus station
POLICE in Kitwe have charged 18 people following riotous behaviour and conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace at Kitwe Local Bus Station on Tuesday. Copperbelt Police Commissioner Rae Hamoonga said in a statement that the incident occurred on August 19, 2026, at…
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Sport
Mopani postpones 2026 IRH-Mopani Challenge Cup
1,379 Views Mopani Copper Mines PLC has postponed the 2026 IRH–Mopani Challenge Cup, pushing back the two-legged fixture that was set for Saturday, 22nd August and Saturday, 29th August 2026. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the mining firm said the decision was made after…
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Sport
Hauptle shifts focus to Malawi after Nigeria setback
823 Views Zambia coach Nora Häuptle has moved quickly to reset her side and turn attention to Malawi after the Copper Queens suffered a 1-0 loss to Nigeria in their second TotalEnergies WAFCON Morocco 2026 Group C match in Rabat on Saturday night. A seventh-minute…
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Sport
Zambia bow out of WAFCON despite beating Malawi
3,867 Views The Zambia Women’s National Team have been eliminated from the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) despite ending their Group C campaign with a victory over Malawi on Wednesday evening. The Copper Queens collected all three points in their final group…
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Health
First Lady donates assorted items to Kitwe Teaching Hospital, vulnerable communities.
FIRST Lady Mutinta Hichilema has donated assorted items to Kitwe Teaching Hospital on the Copperbelt. Among the donated items were 52 beds, 100 mattresses, 20 wheelchairs, and 100 bags of mealie meal. Mrs Hichilema also extended her support to vulnerable communities in Kitwe, where she…
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Politics
Truck Driver Flees as Fish Worth over K1.3 Million Vanish in Transit
Zambia Police Service has launched investigations into the alleged theft of 1,335 boxes of Horse Mackerel fish worth over K1.3 million while in transit from Namibia to Kasumbalesa in Chililabombwe Copperbelt Division Police Commissioner Rae Hamoonga says the consignment, weighing more than
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Business
KCM SME Day: Local Suppliers Eye Greater Role in Mining Supply Chain
Konkola Copper Mines Plc (KCM) has brought local businesses closer to the mining value chain through its 2026 SME Day, as the company seeks to deepen participation by Zambian enterprises in its growing operations. Held under the theme “Partnering for Sustainable Growth and Shared Prosperity,”…
