The Zambia Institute for Policy Analysis and Research (ZIPAR) has called for stronger prioritisation of social sector spending as Zambia seeks to sustain economic recovery and protect vulnerable communities. Speaking during the launch of the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Analysis and Policy Brief in Lusaka, Mwaka…
COURTS TO REOPEN AFTER THREE-DAY SECURITY CLOSURE The Judiciary has announced the reopening of court premises following a three-day closure triggered by a security threat. The courts were closed from Monday and remained shut through today, Wednesday, after security wings advised of heightened risks. In…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as Republican President in the 2026 general elections. In separate statements availed to the media, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi pledged…
The Department of Fisheries in Lavushimanda District in Muchinga Province has harvested three thousand tilapia fish from local fish ponds situated in Mabonga area. Assistant Aquaculture Officer at the Department of Fisheries, Ashes Mulenga, has disclosed that this is an initiative from a local farmer…
Government has commended the Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED) for its continued commitment in championing girls education in the country. Kaoma District Education Office’s Guidance and Counseling Coordinator, Chitanjika Luneta disclosed that CAMFED has greatly improved the learning outcomes of pupils in the district through…
Mongu Municipal Council has awarded a 40 percent discount to property rate payers for all outstanding bills accumulating to 2026. Council Assistant Public Relations Manager, Abigail Sitenge, says this is in line with the Presidential pronouncement and remission on property rates contained in circular No…
Luampa District Commissioner, Alfred Mandumbwa, says 1,330 households have received farming inputs under the 2026 Food Security Pack (FSP) Wetland Cropping Programme. The initiative is being implemented by the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services through the Department of Community Development. The programme aims…
He Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has so far purchased 61,408 metric tonnes of Grade A white maize from farmers in North- Western Province. FRA Head of Corporate Communication, John Chipandwe, says the purchases were recorded from 176 established satellite depots currently open and operational in…
Chama Assistant Community Development Officer, Charity Mpundu, has disclosed that the number of beneficiaries under the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) programme has increased from about 900 to over 10,000. In an interview with the media, Ms. Mpundu said the increase has enabled more vulnerable people…
NO PRESIDENTIAL PETITION BEFuORE CONCOURT SAYS JUDICIARY. The Judiciary has confirmed that the Constitutional Court Registry had received no Presidential Petition as of close of business on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. In a statement issued on Wednesday, 26 August, the Judiciary said there is therefore…
Political commentator Laura Miti has delivered a blunt assessment of Zambia’s political landscape, questioning both the opposition’s readiness to govern and the ruling UPND’s commitment to democracy. Miti says Brian Mundubile initially struck her as a politician who was “entirely not ready to
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
By Barbra Musamba Chama HOW SISHUWA SISHUWA HAS FOUND HIMSELF AT THE CENTRE OF PLANNING TO ASSASSINATE THE SITTING PRESIDENT OF REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA. Sishuwa Sishuwa an acclaimed academician who went rogue of his own nation, is currently co editor and writer of Articles of…
There is one thing Zambia’s political history has consistently demonstrated, it is that a ministerial seat is not necessarily a lifetime contract. From the First Republic to the present, ministers have occasionally discovered that there are things more important than Cabinet and sometimes, apparently,
Counsel President Brian Mundubile (Under International Protection)2. Counsel Veep Makebi Zulu (Under International Protection) 3. Counsel George Chisanga (In Police detention, no Court appearance)4. Counsel Bishop Trevor Mwamba (In Police detention, no Court appearance) 5. Counsel Celestin Mukandila (In Police detention, no Court appearance)6. Counsel…
BRIEFING | IMF signals continued support as Chinese envoy meets Hichilema in Lusaka The International Monetary Fund has congratulated President-elect Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, with Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva assuring him of the Fund’s continued commitment to Zambia. Georgieva said the IMF remained “unequivocally…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Ukraine’s continued attacks on Russian territory will not go unanswered, as Moscow signals that it is preparing additional measures in response. The warning comes amid heightened tensions over Ukrainian strikes targeting areas inside Russia. Moscow has
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has launched a fierce criticism of President Donald Trump, accusing his administration of weakening America’s alliances while pursuing friendlier relations with countries such as Russia and North Korea Obama reportedly argued that the United States has handed power to a
Russia has announced plans for another test of its controversial Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, shortly after CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unexpected visit to Moscow for talks with his Russian counterpart. The Kremlin confirmed that Ratcliffe did not meet President Vladimir Putin. The timing
The United States has reportedly asked Moscow to use its influence over Tehran to push Iran toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to two senior Iranian sources familiar with the matter. The request was reportedly conveyed during CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s recent visit
The Kabwe Farmer’s Cooperative Society has commended Government for prompt payment of farmers who supply maize to the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) during the ongoing crop marketing season. Kabwe Farmer’s Cooperative Society Chairperson, Eugene Mwitumwa says the prompt payment of farmers will make it easy…
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…
Economic expert Trevor Hambayi has described the
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Zambian champions Zesco Ndola Girls will face Malawi’s Silver Stars in the semifinals of the ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League | COSAFA Qualifier Botswana 2026. Zesco and Strikers will clash in the first semifinal on Thursday afternoon. Strikers booked a date against Zesco after defeating…
In a closed-door pre-season friendly, Nkana FC on Tuesday welcomed continental heavyweights TP Mazembe of DR Congo as they suffered a 3-1 defeat at home in Wusakile. Yet for Coach Elijah Tana and the 13-time Zambian champions, the scoreline at Nkana Stadium told only half…
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NASHVILLE — Dolly Parton, the beloved country music icon whose songs, films and philanthropy made her one of the world’s most recognisable entertainers, has died at the age of 80. Parton died peacefully in Nashville on Tuesday, her family announced in a statement shared on…
