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Copperbelt Youths Congratulate President Hichilema on Landslide Re-Election

From Zambia’s Copperbelt Province have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his reelection, describing the landslide victory as clear affirmation of his administration’s policies, particularly in the mining sector. Speaking on behalf of the Copperbelt youths, Frank Mulenga said the region’s young people would continue to…

Politics

Yuyi moved from Copperbelt

…taken to Lusaka where he will have to wait for redeployment after a spate of violence against Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu whose campaigns have suffered harassment from UPND cadres and blockades from the police By BARNABAS ZULU COPPERBELT Province Police Commanding…

Health

Water supply disrupted on the Copperbelt after suspected contamination of the Kafue River.

WATER supply to parts of the Copperbelt province has been disrupted following suspected contamination of the Kafue River. The affected areas include Kitwe, Kalulushi, and Chambeshi. Minister of Water Development and Sanitation, Collins Nzovu, informed Parliament that the government is aware of the situation and…

Crime & Courts

Former Copperbelt Police Commanding Officer Yuyi Mwala Charged over Alleged Copper Theft

Former Copperbelt Province Commanding Officer Yuyi Mwala and six others have been charged in connection with the alleged theft of 436 copper cathodes valued at approximately US$448,596. Zambia Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi says Mr. Mwala has been charged with one count of Theft…

Crime & Courts

Police Probe Missing 1,330 Boxes of Fish

Police on the Copperbelt have launched investigations into the disappearance of one thousand three hundred...

Business

CEC upbeat of maintaining high share price

THE Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc says it expects its share price on the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) to remain high in view of continued efforts

Business

Matambo cautions contractor over delayed Kitwe township roads

COPPERBELT Province Minister Elisha Matambo has expressed concern over the slow progress in the construction of 16.2 kilometres of township roads in Kitwe District, warning

Politics

Stop lying against humble, innocent cops, Yuyi tells off politicians

COPPERBELT Province police commanding officer, Mwala Yuyi has called on politicians to stop dragging law enforcement officers into political disputes and to always tell the

Sport

Hichilema awards Bruce Mwape for being a great coach to Copper Queens

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has awarded former Copperbelt Queens coach Bruce Mwape with the President’s Insignia of Meritorious Achievement for his outstanding work as head coach

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

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…