Catholic Bishops slam political violence, EU deploys 100 observers for Zambia’s elections, See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week.

1. The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has called on all Zambians to safeguard peace ahead of the August 13, 2026 General Elections, warning that political violence threatened the nation’s democratic gains. Read more..

2. The European Union (EU) has announced that a total of 100 observers will be deployed across the country to monitor the country’s electoral process, following the launch of its Election Observation Mission to Zambia ahead of the August 13 elections. Read more..

3. Zambia Police on Thursday discharged heavy teargas in Kalingalinga area on the convoy of leading opposition candidate, Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, while on a campaign rally, allegedly leaving a minor injured in the process. Read more..

4. Former Vice President Dr. Guy Lindsay Scott, has died aged 82 years after an illness, the government has announced. Read more..

5. A man accused of murdering Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Director General, Guntila Muleya, asked a Zambian court on Wednesday for three weeks to resolve a dispute over legal fees after his lawyer said he intended to withdraw from the case. Read more..

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6. The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has announced that it was fully prepared to commence the 2026 crop marketing programme but will delay maize purchases until moisture levels drop to acceptable standards for long-term storage. Read more..

7. The Bank of Zambia’s (BoZ) latest treasury bill auction was reportedly oversubscribed by 54 percent, reflecting strong investor appetite for government securities despite a challenging market environment. Read more..

8. A suspected drowning incident is being investigated on the Zambezi River near Village Mwaanga in Chief Sekute’s Chiefdom, Kazungula District, after a canoe carrying 15 Ethiopian nationals reportedly capsized during an illegal crossing. Read more..

9. At least 21 people, including 20 pupils and a school director, have died after a bus carrying children on a study tour crashed in eastern Uganda. Read more..

10. England were left heartbroken with their World Cup dreams shattered as Argentina struck twice late on to come from behind and win a dramatic semi-final in Atlanta. Read more..

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