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Crime & Courts
Vlogger Joseph Chishimba Jailed 9 Months for Cyber Harassment
The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has sentenced 49-year-old vlogger Joseph Chishimba of Jack Compound to nine months’ imprisonment with hard labour for cyber harassment after he shared a WhatsApp post alleging that Presidential Policy Advisor Chipo Mwanawasa had been impregnated by someone at State House. Chishimba…
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Crime & Courts
Choongo sues former presidential aide, Chanda, over alleged K3 million debt
Former presidential press aide, Amos Chanda, has been sued in the Lusaka High Court by money lender Bruce Choongo over an alleged K3 million unpaid debt. Choongo is seeking payment of the outstanding K3 million, interest, exemplary damages and costs of the action. According to…
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Politics
Nominated 5 back HH growth vision
CHOMBA MUSIKA Lusaka FIVE nominated members of Parliament (MPs) have pledged to use their legislative authority to complement President Hakainde Hichilema’s Grow Zambia Agenda, a blueprint for the country’s socio-economic development. The law-makers, who include re-appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co operation Mulambo…
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Crime & Courts
Drug Trafficker Kasolo Sentenced to 7 Years Imprisonment
The Lusaka Magistrate’s Court has sentenced drug trafficker Henry Kasolo to seven years imprisonment with hard labour on each of three counts involving cannabis trafficking, unlawful importation of drugs and corrupt practices. Kasolo was convicted of trafficking 173.9 kilogrammes of cannabis, unlawfully importing 73.9 kilogrammes…
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Crime & Courts
Nrpup Official Joseph Kaseya, and 42 Others Sue Attorney General over Detention
National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity – NRPUP official Joseph Kaseya and 42 others have taken the Attorney General, Mulilo Kabesha, to the Lusaka High Court, seeking their release from what they describe as unlawful detention at Chelston Police Station. Mr. Kaseya says his…
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Crime & Courts
Murder suspect dies after suspected poisoning
A 51-year-old man who was wanted in connection with the alleged murder of a 43-year-old man in North-Western Province has died after allegedly ingesting a suspected toxic substance in Lusaka. In a statement issued on Thursday, Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer, Godfrey Chilabi, said…
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Crime & Courts
Court upholds Findlay detention, orders trial in alleged treason case
The Lusaka High Court has dismissed business executive Harry Valden Findlay’s application for habeas corpus, ruling that the State had reasonable and lawful grounds to keep him in custody on suspicion of terrorism offences. Findlay, who has been detained since Aug. 4, 2026, remains at…
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Crime & Courts
Sean Tembo Insulting Language Case Set for Case to Answer Ruling
The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has set October 2, 2026 for a ruling on whether former politician Sean Tembo has a case to answer on charges of using insulting language against President Hakainde Hichilema. This comes after the State closed its case after telling the court…
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Crime & Courts
Court orders State to produce Tonse/Pamodzi secretary general, Mukandila
The Lusaka High Court has ordered the State to produce Tonse/Pamodzi Alliance Secretary General Celestin Mukandila before the court and show cause why he should not be released from detention. High Court Judge Mwila Kombe issued the order on Thursday after granting leave for the…
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Politics
Hichilema, Nalumango sworn in for second term, pledge integrity, tangible development
President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President Mutale Nalumango were on Tuesday officially sworn in for a second term running from 2026 to 2031, pledging to lead with integrity and accountability. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, President Hichilema extended a…
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Politics
Post-election petitions mount as Kaingu, Mulenga, Mwewa face challenges
The election of independent Mwandi Member of Parliament, Iris Kaingu has been challenged in the Lusaka High Court following the August 13 general election. UPND candidate, Sibeso Kakoma Sefulo, has petitioned the court seeking to nullify Kaingu’s election, alleging that the poll was marred by…
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Politics
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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Politics
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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Zambia
Family Appeals for Information on Missing Kabanana Man
The family of 25-year-old Lucksyon Phiri, popularly known as Ananiah, is appealing for public assistance after he went missing in early February 2026 from Lusaka’s Kabanana Fumbelo area and has not returned home for about seven months. His family says Ananiah would sometimes leave home…
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Politics
UPND Calls on Commonwealth and EU Not to Issue Statements that Could be Seen as Endorsing Insurgency or Terrorism
PRESS STATEMENTFor Immediate Release LUSAKA, August 23, 2026 — The United Party for National Development (UPND) has taken note of the statement issued by Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Hon. Shirley Botchwey, concerning the post-election situation in Zambia.
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Business
Int’l Credit Rating Agency gives Professional Insurance AA rating
JACK ZIMBA Lusaka INTERNATIONAL Credit Rating Agency (ICRA) has awarded an AA rating with a Stable Outlook to Professional Insurance Corporation Zambia (PICZ), recognising the company’s strong financial position, sound corporate governance and ability to meet its obligations to policyholders. Speaking during the presentation of…
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Entertainment
Kanina Kamano urges youth to prioritize education over early business
TikTok content creator and businesswoman Charity Nalungwe, popularly known as Kanina Kamano, has revealed that her passion for education remains strong. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka Star, Nalungwe said education plays a crucial role in shaping a person’s life and opportunities. “Education makes life…
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Crime & Courts
Three convicted for stealing K3.7 million, jailed five years
Three men have been sentenced to five years’ imprisonment with hard labour after admitting to breaking into a Chinese businessman’s home in Lusaka and stealing valuables worth more than K3.7 million, including a firearm, ammunition and jewellery. Fanwell Chatugwa, 45, a driver; Most Siachilende, 36…
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Education
10 Year Old Pupil Seeks K62 Million after Being Injured at School
Ten year old is seeking K62 million from the proprietors of Celines Academy in Lusaka West after suffering a serious injury to his dominant right hand while at school. The ten year old pupil, through his guardian and next friend Bruce Mulenga, has sued Fredrick…
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Business
Kanyama MP Backs Cleaning Campaign and Visits Traders at City Market
Kanyama Member of Parliament Cleopatra Hamaambo has backed the Lusaka City Council’s Operation Clear Path following a visit to traders affected by the ongoing enforcement campaign. Hamaambo took time to engage traders as the Council, in collaboration with the Zambia Police Service, moves to clear…
