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Business

ZDA, LuSE partner to close MSME capital gap

The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving access to long-term capital for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and supporting private sector-led economic growth. The partnership would create opportunities for businesses…

Crime & Courts

79 Cyber crime suspects targeted to attack government systems including ECZ – DEC

DEC Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) investigations into 79 people recently apprehended in Lusaka, has revealed that suspects operated a clandestine digital laboratory to compromise the security, integrity and availability of strategic Government information systems. The systems targeted include those linked to the Electoral

Politics

Mundubile, Makebi Linked to Zimbabwean Militia Group as Zimeye Raises Alarm with UN.

A Zimbabwean investigative journalist has alerted the United Nations headquarters over allegations that individuals linked to a dangerous militia group are being sheltered at the UN office in Lusaka. The journalist, who runs the ZimEye platform, is understood to have contacted the

Politics

LAZ urges urgent reopening of Zambian courts after security closure

THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) is calling for the immediate restoration of access to courts following the closure of judicial premises nationwide on Monday. LAZ said heavily armed military personnel were deployed around court premises in Lusaka, and some areas were sealed off with…

Crime & Courts

Police refute claims of Patrick Mwansa’s death in custody

POLICE in Lusaka has dismissed claims circulating on social media that a detained suspect, Patrick Mwansa, died while in police custody. In a statement, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha said the allegations were false and misleading. “Mr. Mwansa is alive and in good…

Politics

Final Run | 192 of 226 Constituencies Declared | Elections 2026 Update

#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…

Politics

Final Run | 192 of 226 Constituencies Declared | Elections 2026 Update

#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…

Politics

Elections 2026 Update | Ecz Announces Next Set of Presidential Results

#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…

Politics

Elections 2026 Update | Ecz Announces Next Set of Presidential Results

#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, we are LIVE from the National Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, where the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is announcing the next set of Presidential election results. Let us know where in the world you are watching…

Lifestyle

15-Year Marriage Ends over Alleged Insunko Alcohol Abuse & Infidelity

A 15-year marriage has ended in divorce after a Lusaka couple traded accusations of alcohol abuse, substance use, infidelity and violent behaviour before the Matero Local Court. Edward Kumwenda petitioned for divorce from his 40-year-old wife, Florence Wazi of Garden House, telling…

Entertainment

Kayz Adams will not reveal EP title or collaborations yet.

Zambian artist Rodwell Charles jr, popularly known as Kayz Adams, as he prepares to drop an extended play (EP) on his birthday, has refused to reveal the project title or featured artist. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka star, Adams confirmed that he will shoot…

Business

Exports drive K3.5bn trade surplus

SADC, COMESA trade boosts Zambia’s export performance NKOMBO KACHEMBA Lusaka ZAMBIA has maintained its position as a net exporter within the regional trade blocs of SADC and COMESA, recording trade surpluses of K2.9 billion in the dual SADC-COMESA market and K0.03 billion in COMESA exclusive…

Entertainment

Ronald Expensive, Josias ZM respond to criticism over online content.

Zambian content creator Ronald Mwale, populary known as Ronald Expensive, has defended his street interview content following public reactions to a recently trending “single girl” video. Speaking in an Interview with Lusaka star, Ronald Expensive said he follows proper procedures before featuring anyone on his…

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…

Politics

IMF, Seychelles, Mozambique, AUDA-NEPAD and Egypt congratulate Hichilema

International Monetary Fund (IMF), Seychelles, Mozambique, the African Union Development Agency–NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) and Egypt have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, pledging continued cooperation with Zambia as he begins another term in office. Lusaka, 27 August – IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva assured President…

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

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

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…

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.

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…