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Voters urged to verify details, as Electoral Commission of Zambia opens online inspection of register

The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has launched the Online Inspection of the Provisional Register of Voters as part of its ongoing preparations ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 22, 20260

Economy

CBC-Sobek Alliance targets affordable digital payments for small businesses

The COMESA Business Council (CBC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Sobek Group to accelerate digital financial inclusion and boost regional trade ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 22, 20260

Lifestyle

God’s Work shines harsh light on South Africa’s homeless crisis at Joburg film festival

God’s Work, a bold South African feature helmed by director Michael James, has been chosen for screening at the eighth edition of the ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 22, 20260

Lifestyle

‘Will you only love me when I’m dead?’ Ugandan comedian, Kapere, Lufotose laments industry rejection

Ugandan comedian, Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has sparked debate within the entertainment industry after openly voicing frustration over what he ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 21, 20260

Metro

Lungu family dismisses poison allegations as President Hichilema warns against violence. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. The family of ex-Zambian President Edgar Lungu, who ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 21, 20260

Metro

‘I cannot question Hichilema’s decision,’ Ex-Health Minister, Muchima, reacts to sack by the President

Former Health Minister, Elijah Muchima, claims he does not know the reasons behind his dismissal from Government, stressing that the appointment and removal ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 21, 20260

Economy

Zambia public debt rises to $28.9 billion as government pursues fiscal discipline

Zambia’s public debt reached US$28.9 billion at the end of December 2025, as the government continued efforts to balance borrowing with economic recovery ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 20, 20260

Economy

Zambia’s local bond market leads Africa with 25% returns

Zambia’s local-currency bond market has emerged as Africa’s best performer this year, delivering returns of about 25 percent and outperforming all other domestic ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 20, 20260

Mining & Energy

ZCCM-IH to build access roads at Kikonge mine site, as Zambia moves to formalise artisanal mining

ZCCM-IH will soon begin constructing access roads at the Kikonge mine site in Zambia’s Mufumbwe District, a move the government says is critical ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 20, 20260

Metro

Zambia moves to strengthen foundational literacy, as country transitions to competency-based curriculum

Zambia’s Ministry of Education has signed a memorandum of understanding with Room to Read Zambia Limited, paving the way for the organisation’s return ...

By Bumba MulengaFebruary 20, 20260

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