Zambia

National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has pledged to introduce a debt swap programme aimed at helping civil servants clear their debts if elected into office. Speaking during a campaign rally in Petauke yesterday, Mundubile said many civil servants were facing financial challenges due to low […]

ABSA Bank Zambia has pledged its continued support to government efforts aimed at uplifting the wellbeing of vulnerable groups in society.  ABSA Head of Marketing and Corporate Relations, Mato Shimabale, says the bank will focus on environmental conservation and community development. Mr Shimabale says the bank prides itself in being part of the Zambian […]

The Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development Permanent Secretary Albert Malama has disclosed that in 2025 manufacturing industry contributed seven (7) percent to the country’s Gross Domestic Products (GDP). Professor Malama made the remarks in a speech delivered for him by the Ministry’s Director for Infrastructure Dr Richard Banda […]

Muchinga Province Permanent Secretary Tuesday Bwalya has announced the postponement of Vice President Mutale Nalumango’s scheduled working visit to the province. Dr Bwalya said Mrs Nalumango’s visit, which was expected to commence today, will now take place on dates to be communicated later. He urged the public and all stakeholders to treat the […]

 Lusaka Province Permanent Secretary, Joe Kalusa says the Provincial Cultural Festival is a deliberate effort aimed at creating an inclusive culture for all, regardless of race, gender, language or political differences. Mr Kalusa noted that the festival serves as a reminder of the values and norms that bind communities together and maintain a sense of […]

The office of the Public Protector has called on citizens, political parties and local authorities countrywide to prioritize environmental cleanliness. Public Protector Caroline Sokoni says her Office, which serves as an environmental watchdog, has observed widespread environmental neglect in communities across the country. In a recorded statement issued in […]

Experienced coach George Lwandamina has extended his contract at Nchanga Rangers for two more seasons, days after being linked with a return to Zesco United. Lwandamina reportedly agreed to rejoin Zesco for a fifth stint, but negotiations stalled before paperwork could be concluded. On Friday morning, Brave Rangers announced that Lwandamina had committed […]

Retired referee Evans Malata has called for increased investment in referees training to help Zambia produce more officials for major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations. Malata, the FAZ Copperbelt Referees Manager, said Zambian football had not invested enough in equipping referees. He noted it was disappointing that no Zambian

The Constitutional Court has dismissed a petition challenging President Hakainde Hichilema’s nomination for the August  general election, ruling that the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence that he did not meet the constitutional requirements for the office. This decision ensures that HH remains on the ballot. The full bench delivered the […]

231 Views Thousands of Petauke Residents Friday afternoon turned up for NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu. Addressing them, Brian Mundubile promised to revamp Agriculture sector and turn around the economy saying President Hakainde Hichilema has failed. Makebi Zulu who spoke earlier said Hichilema has not even […]

Ministry of Health in Partnership with UNICEF, has donated assorted work equipment to Community Based Volunteers (CBV’s) at Matero Level One Hospital in Lusaka, in a bid to strengthen their efficiency in community engagement. Speaking at the event, Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Donor Coordination, George Sinyangwe, expressed government’s […]

217 Views UNITED PARTY FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VOTE UPND FOR MORE JOBS, CONTINUED ECONOMIC GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT INTRODUCTION 01 OUR VISION AND MISSION 03 04 05 06 45 RELIGION, THE FAMILY AND THE STATE OUR VALUES AND GOVERNING PRINCIPLES WHAT COMES NEXT: OUR FUTURE, TOGETHER FINAL THOUGHTS: MOVING FORWARD, TOGETHER “ Z A M The post UPND […]

338 ViewsThe Constitutional Court has ruled that President Hakainde Hichilema is eligible and a rightful candidate to contest the 2026 August elections. The Court dismissed the petition challenging President Hichilema’s candidature in the 2026 General elections on lack of merit. The matter came up after United Party for National Development (UPND) member […]

326 ViewsTonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu are in Petauke as they continue their campaigns. On their arrival, the two leaders took the opportunity and paid a courtesy call on her royal highness, chieftainess Mwanjawanthu of the Nsenga people of Petauke district. “We have safely arrived in […]

627 Views…Blesses Tonse Pamodzi Leaders as They Launch Eastern Province Tour Senior Chieftainess Mwanjabantu of the Nsenga people in Petauke District has advised Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu that leadership requires more than success in other fields, saying governing people demands a […]

576 Views…Alliance Questions Timing, Fairness of Proposed Presidential Campaign Restrictions The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has challenged an Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) advisory seeking to regulate presidential campaign movements, describing the move as unfair, disruptive and potentially damaging to the credibility of the electoral process. In a […]

496 Views  Citizens First presidential candidate Harry Kalaba has rejected a directive by the Electoral Commission of Zambia suspending presidential rallies. Kalaba questions the timing of the directive, saying it came too late, and has since threatened to boycott presidential meeting called by ECZ. “The Electoral Commission has instructed us to […]

358 Views The Constitutional Court is today, June 19, 2026, sit to hear a matter in which United Party for National Development (UPND) member Charles Longwe is challenging.President Hakainde Hichilema’s candidature in the 2026 General Election. The hearing date was set following a scheduling conference held in Chambers recently before Constitutional Court […]

321 Views Zimbabwe’s National Assembly has passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 with a recorded vote of 216 (Zanu-PF) to 42 (Opposition). The ruling ZANU-PF party secured the required two-thirds majority after receiving backing from 35 opposition MPs. The bill, which seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term, now moves to the Senate, […]

456 Views Mazabuka Central independent parliamentary candidate Gary Nkombo is not leaving anything to chance in his quest to retain the seat. Nkombo says he will soon be launching a manifesto ‘Mazabuka First, People First Manifesto’ premised on job creation, supporting small scale businesses and youth empowerment. “People First means putting women […]