Power and Politics
Electoral Commission of Zambia asks court to dismiss Zulu’s petition over Lumezi seat
The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has asked the Constitutional Court to dismiss former Lumezi Member of Parliament, Munir Zulu’s petition challenging the ...
Power and Politics
Copperbelt minister, Matambo, charges ZNS to step up anti-smuggling efforts
Copperbelt Province Minister, Elisha Matambo, has urged the Zambia National Service (ZNS) to intensify efforts to combat smuggling, describing the illegal activity as ...
Power and Politics
Govt raises concerns over marital strains linked to social cash transfer in Northern province
Government has expressed concern over reports that Social Cash Transfer (SCT) funds are contributing to marital breakdowns in parts of Northern Province. Northern ...
Power and Politics
Japan commends Zambia for peacekeeping, peace-building roles in Africa
The Japanese government has praised Zambia for its longstanding peacekeeping and peacebuilding contributions across the African continent. Japanese Ministry of Defence Commissioner for ...
Power and Politics
Zambia calls for stronger surveillance, financing to tackle health priorities
The Zambian government has called for robust surveillance, continued investments, and sustained efforts in addressing critical health sector priorities, including mental health disorders ...
Power and Politics
Citizens First leader, Kalaba, accuses UPND of shielding corrupt individuals through party defections
Citizens First (CF) Party president, Harry Kalaba, has alleged that some individuals facing prosecution or being investigated for corruption are joining the ruling ...
Power and Politics
Zambia invites EU to observe 2026 general elections
The Zambian government has formally invited the European Union (EU) to observe the country’s upcoming 2026 General Elections as part of efforts to ...
Power and Politics
UPND stalwart, Nkombo, files police complaint over false presidential bid rumours (video)
United Party for National Development (UPND) Chairperson for Elections, Gary Nkombo, has filed a police complaint against individuals behind social media claims suggesting ...
Power and Politics
Sweden backs Zambia’s democratic governance, police accountability project
Swedish Ambassador to Zambia, Johan Hallenborg, has pledged his country’s continued support for democratic governance and security in Zambia. Ambassador Hallenborg said the ...
Power and Politics
Activist Miti claims UPND has fallen short on reform promises
Activist Laura Miti has rated President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration below average, citing its failure to deliver on several key governance promises made while ...














