Power and Politics
Socialist party, Tonse Alliance finalizing talks on coalition to edge UPND out of power —Tembo
The Tonse Alliance has confirmed that the Socialist Party (SP), led by Dr. Fred M’membe, has officially applied to join the opposition coalition. ...
Power and Politics
Konkola Copper Mine is grave digger of Hichilema’s political career – Musonda
Political commentator and long-time critic of the government’s mining policies, James Musonda, has described Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) as the “grave digger” of ...
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Govt orders release of ex-defence minister, Mwamba, 12 others on medical grounds; says no political prisoners in Zambia
Government may have moved to douse social tension in the country by authorizing the release of notable incarcerated individuals. This is as Home ...
Power and Politics
Jailed MP, Zulu, sues Attorney-General, Magistrate over libel conviction, cites parliamentary privileges
In a dramatic legal twist, jailed Lumezi Member of Parliament, Munir Zulu, has petitioned the Lusaka High Court, seeking damages for alleged wrong ...
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EU seeks clarity on Zambia’s electoral, constitutional reform plans ahead of 2026 polls
The European Union (EU) has expressed interest in understanding Zambia’s proposed electoral and constitutional reforms, as well as the extent of consultations with ...
Power and Politics
Zambia must find a credible, neutral convener if Hichilema’s proposed national dialogue is to be taken seriously —Banda
Former Kasenengwa Member of Parliament, Sensio Banda, has called for a neutral body—such as respected religious groups or traditional leaders—to spearhead national dialogue, ...
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‘Not dead!’ Govt says jailed former Defence minister, Mwamba, alive, remains admitted in hospital
The government has dismissed social media rumours claiming that former Defence Minister, Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba, popularly known as GBM, has died—confirming that he ...
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Tension in UNZA as lecturers threaten unrest over wage freeze, unresolved collective bargaining process
Lecturers at the University of Zambia (UNZA) have warned that they cannot guarantee industrial harmony at the institution if the government fails to ...
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‘Sincerity would be judged by action,’ Civil society groups task Hichilema to be transparent on call for political dialogue
Some civil society groups have expressed differing views on President Hakainde Hichilema’s call for political dialogue which was made during the funeral of ...
Power and Politics
UN body, midwives association partner to strengthen midwifery services in emergencies
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Midwives Association of Zambia (MAZ) have signed a strategic partnership agreement aimed at enhancing the ...
