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Politics
Mundubile, Makebi, Given Treason “Warn and Caution”, Detained at Lusaka Central Police
Lusaka-Thursday,27th August 2026 After hours of interrogations, Police have given Warn and Caution Statement on treason charges to leading presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile and his Running Mate, Makebi Zulu. The duo were represented by Sakwiba Sikota SC, Chifumu Banda
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Politics
Police Probe Alleged Voter Card Exchange for Salt, Cash in Chama
Police in Chama District have opened investigations into allegations that voters were being offered packets of salt and cash in exchange for their voters’ cards. The incident is alleged to have occurred on August 8, 2026, in Sitwe Village under Chief Kambombo…
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Crime & Courts
Police Ig Orders Arrests, Review of Mongu Operation
The Zambia Police Service has ordered the arrest of individuals involved in recent incidents of political violence reported in Shibuyunji, Livingstone and Luampa districts following disturbances experienced on August 4 and 5 in parts of Western Province as the country prepares for the August 13…
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Crime & Courts
Police Recover Stolen ECZ Laptop in Mandevu Following Post-Election Investigations
Have successfully recovered a laptop belonging to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) that was stolen following the August 13 election in Mandevu Constituency. Deputy Inspector General of Police – Operations Fred Hamaamba announced the recovery during a briefing, noting that while the elections
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Crime & Courts
Binwell Mpundu Reported to Police over Viral Election Video
Former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu has been reported to police over a viral video posted on his Facebook page in which he allegedly said he was ready to “kill for elections”. Democratic Advocates for Good Governance Executive Director Fabian Mutale says he reported…
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Politics
Mandevu Still Awaits Its MP as Police Recover Stolen ECZ Laptop
Police have recovered a laptop belonging to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), which was stolen in Mandevu Constituency during the just-ended general elections. The laptop was among election materials allegedly stolen after unknown people attacked one of the tallying centres in Mandev Meanwhile,
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Africa & World
Sa Police Escort Hijacked Petrol Truck, Zimbabwean Turn Star Witness
A Zimbabwean national has told the Durban Magistrate’s Court that police officers helped escort a hijacked petrol truck through Durban, South Africa to avoid detection. Clive Chigwiku, 39, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to his role in the hijacking. Part
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Politics
Saccord Calls for Police Update on Security Measures at Key Government Institutions
By Elesani Phiri The Southern African Centre for The Constructive Resolution of Disputes-SACCORD- has urged the Zambia Police Service to provide the public with an update on the security situation and measures being implemented at key government institutions across the country. The Zambia
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Politics
Police Ig Explains Court Presence, Cites Ongoing Security Risk Assessments
Details in the statement…………………….. The Zambia Police Service, in collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies, is conducting security risk assessments at selected key Government premises across the country. The operations are intelligence-led and preventive, aimed at safeguarding Government institutions, public officers, and members
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Africa & World
Chivayo’s huge reward for police after robbers jailed
Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has proposed a multimillion-dollar package of vehicles, tactical equipment and smartphones to reward police officers who investigated the armed robbery at his in-laws’ farm. Chivayo says he has formally written to the authorities seeking approval to donate 10 bulletproof, brand-new 2026 Toyota
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Politics
I told the police they wouldn’t stop Chamboli rally – Kalobo
NATION REPORTER PAVYUMA Kalobo has said he had told the police officers that despite detaining him for interrogation over claims of keeping firearms, they would not stop the mega rally in Kitwe’s Chamboli township of Wusakile constituency because Zambians are decided about changing government. Mr…
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Crime & Courts
Police addresses ‘courts’ closure says “we’re carrying out threats’ assessments
724 Views The Zambia Police Service says it has begun conducting intelligence-led security risk assessments at key government premises across the country, including institutions under the Ministry of Justice and the Attorney General’s Chambers. In a press statement issued on 24 August 2026 and signed…
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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…
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Politics
Katele Kalumba alleges UPND plot to arrest him for treason as party, police deny knowledge
Former home affairs minister Katele Kalumba says he has uncovered a scheme by United Party for National Development officials to have him arrested and charged with treason, an allegation both the ruling party and police say they know nothing about. Kalumba told journalists that he…
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Crime & Courts
Zambia police defends closure of courts, as groups fault alleged attempts to frustrate opposition leader, Mundubile
Zambian authorities on Monday defended the closure of courts as it faced growing criticisms by civil society groups over its action. Responding through the Police Service, the authorities said they were conducting security risk assessments at selected key government premises across the country in collaboration…
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Crime & Courts
Binwell, three-others captured by DEC, Police!
Drug Enforcement Commission—DEC has arrested four suspects and seized more than 25 kilogrammes of cannabis in coordinated operations across Muchinga, Southern and Lusaka Provinces. Tamba tells TV Yatu in a statement that among the suspects is Binwell Chanda, 59, who has been arrested on allegations…
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Politics
Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed
PVT SETTLES POLL QUESTION Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 — 24-08-2026 – The Parallel Vote Tabulation (PVT) conducted by the Consortium of Civil Society Organisations for…
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Politics
MUNDUBILE, MAKEBI ZULU TO BE SURRENDERED TO ZAMBIA POLICE…following failed UN attempts to resolve the stand-off .United Nations Secretary General,António Guterres’ representative has concluded his negotiation trip to Lusaka to help resolve the stand-off
MUNDUBILE, MAKEBI ZULU TO BE SURRENDERED TO ZAMBIA POLICE …following failed UN attempts to resolve the stand-off as President Hichilema has insisted that the duo must face the law on allegations of treason and insurrection. According to Emmanuel Mwamba… United Nations Secretary General,António Guterres’ representative…
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Lifestyle
Two charged with criminal trespass after entering Lusaka home.
POLICE in Lusaka have charged two people with criminal trespass after they were allegedly found inside a woman’s home without permission. Zambia Police Service Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha, said the incident was reported to Lubwa Police Station on Wednesday, 19th August, 2026…
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Politics
Mundubile, Zulu in custody over alleged treason
OPPOSITION leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu are in police custody after police recorded warn and caution statements from them in connection with an alleged offense of treason. Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said the statements were taken in connection with an alleged violation of Section…
