Zambia
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Women’s Time — but Not Yet
NGOCC says women are still struggling to break through Zambia’s political barriers as party adoptions...
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Former Air Force Commander PETER ZUZE Dies
The first indigenous Zambian to command the Zambia Air Force, Lieutenant General...
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US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons
BBC-The US has confirmed it deployed a space weapon in Earth’s orbit, the first time...
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Zambia media regulator summons five broadcast stations over election coverage
Zambia’s Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has summoned five broadcasting stations for compliance hearings following a monitoring exercise into their coverage of the 2026 general election. The assessment was conducted under Section 5(2)(h) of the Independent Broadcasting Authority Act of 2002, the 2026 IBA Election Coverage…
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Change mind-set as we Grow Zambia
THERE is a difficult conversation Zambia needs to have about public service, and it is one that should not be reduced to the familiar complaint about salaries, staffing levels or conditions of service. At the heart of the problem is something more fundamental: our attitude…
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Government to Roll Out Second Cohort of ZNS Voluntary Training Programme
Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary Maambo Haamaundu says government will begin preparations for the second...
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IBA Summons Five Stations Over Election Coverage Compliance
The Independent Broadcasting Authority -IBA- has called five broadcasting stations for compliance hearings following its...
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Duchess of Edinburgh to Visit Zambia, Strengthening UKZambia Ties
The Duchess of Edinburgh is scheduled to undertake an official visit to...
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Zambia civil society groups accuse govt of descent into lawlessness
Five Zambian civil society organisations have accused the Government of a deliberate and escalating disregard for the Constitution, the rule of law and human rights in the weeks following the August 13, 2026 General Election. In a joint statement issued on September 14, 2026, a…
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Media Urged To Promote Zambias Tourism Attractions
Government has called on the media and content creators to intensify the...
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NKAMBA Calls For Stronger Agricultural Value Addition
Trade Expert GILBERT NKAMBA says the Grow Zambia Agenda has the potential...
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15,000 Census Tablets Handed to Ministries
Government says it is committed to strengthening the national statistical system and...
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Where is Faith Munthali??
NGOCC demands answers over alleged abduction of newly elected Mafinga South MP, warns of growing...
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Netizens hail Mwewa as Lusaka vendor removal begins
Lusaka Mayor-elect, Simon Mwewa Chitambala, on Saturday began the process of removing street vendors from some parts of the city, signalling the start of efforts to restore order in the capital. The exercise, which follows campaign promises to clear illegal trading from the Central Business…
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Withdrawal of National IDs, plot to silence Mwamba, Mpundu, others
Amnesty International has condemned the Zambian government’s decision to cancel the passports of six prominent citizens, saying authorities were using administrative powers to silence critics. The six affected individuals are former Diplomat Emmanuel Mwamba, Historian and Academic Dr. Sishuwa Sishuwa, former opposition lawmakers Binwell Mpundu…
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Government Orders Contingency Plans Ahead of Anticipated El Niño
The Northern Part of the Country is expected to receive above normal to normal rainfall...
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Mutapa Confident as Zambia U20 Prepares for COSAFA Championship
Zambia Under‑20 Men’s Coach Perry Mutapa says the team’s preparations ahead of...
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Government Revokes Passports of Six Individuals on Security Grounds
Government has revoked passports for six individuals who include former Ambassador to...
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Government Suspends Wheat Customs Duty to Boost Supply
Government has temporarily suspended customs duty on specified wheat imports as part...
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Tell Zambia’s Story, Bring the World
Tourism PS Evans Muhanga challenges journalists and content creators to market Zambia through accurate information,...
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1xBet Highlights Practical Habits for Responsible Betting
As Africa Marks Safer Gambling Week, 1xBet Highlights Practical Habits for Responsible Betting Responsible betting is becoming an increasingly visible part of the discussion around the development of Africa’s regulated gambling industry. This September, the topic receives additional attention with the launch of the first…
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NAPSA, Chinese Chamber of Commerce Sign MOU
The National Pension Scheme Authority -NAPSA- and the Chinese Chamber of Commerce...
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No Favourites, No Special Treatment
DPP Gilbert Phiri tells prosecutors to put justice first as NPA launches Service Charter and...
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Zambia Commissions First Electronic Blasting System Plant and Reactivity Lab
Government has commissioned the country’s first Electronic Blasting System Assembling plant and...
