Zambia

Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa has said the United Party for National Development (UPND) will employ what he termed “mingalato” (tactics) before and during the August 13 general election. Speaking during the first 2026 media engagement, Mr Mweetwa said opposition parties should expect intensified political strategies as the country […]

Newly elected Kasama Mayor, Bywell Simposya, has been sworn into Office . And speaking shortly after taking the oath of office Mr Simposya pledged to make garbage collection and sanitation his immediate priority as he begins his tenure. He said his first task would be to strengthen collaboration with council staff in order to address

The Parliamentary Committee on National Economy, Trade and Labour Matters has emphasised the need for effective implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act Number 16 of 2025 which has been enacted into law for the benefit of Zambians. Speaking when the Committee paid a courtesy call on North-Western Province Permanent Secretary Colonel Grandson […]

The Kabwe Magistrates’ Court has refused to withdraw a defilement case involving a 39-year-old traditional healer from Makululu Compound in Kabwe District of Central Province.  The accused, Clinton Kaswende, is charged with one count of defilement of an imbecile, contrary to Section 139 of the Penal Code, Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia, as

Zambia and the United States government are expected to soon sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on health assistance, marking a significant milestone in the two countries’ long-standing partnership in the health sector. The MoU outlines a performance-based, co-financed partnership aimed at strengthening Zambia’s health system, while supporting the […]

Government has approved several policy and legislative matters aimed at facilitating continued development of the country. Minister of Information and Media, Cornelius Mweetwa, says the deliberations were sanctioned when President Hakainde Hichilema called for the First Cabinet Meeting in the year, 2026, on Monday, February 2nd, held at State House. Mr […]

Plans to increase the power generation capacity at Chishimba Hydro Power Station in Kasama district in Northern Province have progressed. The project, which will be undertaken by the Zambia Electricity Supply Corporation (ZESCO), will see the upgrade of the Hydro Power Station from the current 1.8 megawatts to 15 megawatts. ZESCO Northern Region Engineer […]

An eye health specialist at Solwezi General Hospital has warned that delayed detection of eye cancer can result in permanent blindness especially among children under the age of five. Speaking in an interview Ophthalmologist Bridget Ngandwe said early diagnosis of cancer cells in the eyes and surrounding tissues was critical in saving both vision and

The Chitambo Town Council has allocated K4.9 million to support 323 youths to undergo skills development under the bursary component in the 2026 Constituency Development Funds (CDF) allocation. Chitambo Town Council Assistant Public Relations Officer, Rodrick Nyirenda, confirmed that the youths will be sponsored to undergo skills training in various trade […]

147 Views The Ghanaian President John Mahama has arrived in the country and is expected to address the National Assembly tomorrow. He touched down this afternoon and was received by his counterpart President Hakainde Hichilema at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (KKIA). “Zambia is deeply honoured today to receive the President of the Republic of […]

143 Views The Court of Appeal has given Konkola Copper Mines -KCM- the green light to approach the Supreme Court and oppose a judgement that deemed Copperbelt Energy Corporation -CEC- a preferential creditor. The Court has also stopped the execution of the 5th October, 2025 judgement, which previously found KCM owing CEC over $29.6 million. The post Court […]

210 Views The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) says it has noted with serious concern the increase in fake and misleading messages being sent to Social Cash Transfer (SCT) beneficiaries. These messages falsely claim that SCT payments have been made and are intended to steal personal information and money from unsuspecting […]

Kapwepwe Confirms She Has Been Approached for Running Mate Slot Late former vice-president Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe’s daughter, Mulenga Kapwepwe, has disclosed that she has received several offers to be considered as a running mate ahead of the 2026 general elections. She says the approaches have come from different political directions, although she has not […]

239 Views Socialist Party leader Fred M’membe has accused the government of trying to solve a problem by creating another by bringing back loadshedding in a different package. He says while the government has frequently tried to present improvements in power availability as proof of progress, this has been accompanied by steep tariff adjustments that The […]

303 ViewsRenowned Lusaka Lawyer and Movement for National Renewal (MNR) leader John Sangwa says opposition coalitions have failed to make a mark in the country. Sangwa posits that the fact that every Jack or Jill can easily form political parties is the major drawback in having versatile opposition alliances in Zambia. He pointed out that The post UPND may […]

314 Views The Director of Public Prosecutions,  Gilbert A. Phiri, SC has admitted that certain court cases are being mishandled. He made the admission during a high-level courtesy call on him, the Human Rights Commission (HRC) led by its Chairperson Dr. Pamela Sambo. The National Prosecutions Authority (NPA) and HRC during the meeting established a The […]

408 Views The Speaker of Parliament Speaker Nelly Mutti, has implored legislators to conduct themselves in a dignified and orderly manner ahead of an address by the President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, this Thursday, 5 February 2026. Mutti made the plea today during “communication from the Speaker” session as National Assembly resumed sittings. Mutti […]

398 ViewsChristian Democratic Party President Dan Pule has asked for forgiveness to the people from the Zambezi region, especially the Tongas, if they took offence from his remarks. Pule had alleged that President Hakainde Hichilema has been making tribal appointments, a statement he believes would have angered them. Giving evidence when he opened his […]

310 Views  The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is expected to launch the delimitation exercise at a local hotel in the capital this Friday. This process will result in the formation of additional constituencies. The Commission is also expected to provide an update on the forthcoming general elections scheduled for this year. In a statement, The post […]

417 Views By Charles Chisala I open this write-up by directly quoting a short but loaded post by Zambia’s award winning human rights campaigner and social time media personality Laura Miti on our country’s never-ending electricity tariff circus. She posted: “About electricity cost – let’s be clear about one thing. The new tariffs are painful, The […]