Zambia Monitor https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html President Hichilema wraps up re-election campaigns with Lusaka rally Tonse Alliance accuses govt agency of seizing party funds, crippling campaign machinery ahead of polls UNZA lecturers call on govt to fulfil promise on terminal benefits ‘Return home after casting votes,’ Inspector General announces massive police deployment ahead of polls 2026 Polls: Zambian authority warns broadcasters over speculative election results Colombia reaffirms, through new statement, its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara Colombia earthquake kills 132, triggers state of emergency Food Reserve Agency sets K347 floor price for maize as 2026 crop buying begins Food Reserve Agency says over 28,000 metric tonnes of Maize purchased in Northern Province Nakacinda to call 10 witnesses in defence over summons charge Industry Review: From recovery to record growth — How KCM reignited Zambia’s copper giant Family raises the alarm over whereabouts of Findlay after police arrest, alleges harassment Weather department issues alert for cold, windy conditions across Zambia ZAF, NAPSA sign deal to execute bulk water supply project, target Ibex Hill, Twin Palm residents ECZ clarifies ballot marking rules, says cross not only valid mark Kwacha gains as copper prices surge above $14,000 Zambia’s Civil Aviation Authority launches industry digital safety reporting system Zambia Army dismisses platoon commander, others over viral flogging video Immigration apprehends 10 Ethiopians in Kazungula, repatriates 212 Congolese refugees Techbytes: AI could fast-track development — World Bank AU-COMESA election observation mission arrives for Zambia’s Thursday polls 33 abducted travellers regain freedom in Nigeria New African champions guaranteed as Cameroon eliminate Nigeria to reach semi-finals Malawi stun Ghana to reach historic Women’s AFCON semi-finals, seal first-ever World Cup place Govt spends K4.3 billion on debt servicing, as K21.1 billion reportedly released in July for service delivery Kasama police arrest teenager over alleged death of taxi driver Leading opposition party, NRPUP, seeks clarification on ballot rules, results timeline Algeria book historic Women’s World Cup place after comeback victory over Côte d’Ivoire CEO of Chaminuka Resort murdered, Police say investigations ongoing Chisanga warns on dangers of irregularities as FRA set for crop marketing season European Union deploys 100 election observers ahead of August polls Hosts Morocco edge South Africa to reach TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON semi-finals Fourteen internet rights groups urge Zambia to protect digital rights ahead of elections Colombia announces recognition of Morocco’s Sovereignty over Sahara, marking a shift in its position Barcelona cancel Morocco friendly over Ceuta crisis COMESA launches Seed Information System to boost regional seed trade Zambia’s electoral body urges international observers to be professional, responsible Mobile Monsters fined K125,000 for failure to use Smart Invoice System Amnesty urges rights pledge, Hichilema calls for peaceful polls, as Mundubile, Zulu allege attack. See top 10 stories of the week Immigration nabs 57 illegal immigrants Court orders Nakacinda to pay K2,400 or face 3 months jail term for seditious remarks Govt calls for dialogue over truck drivers’ allowances, declares transport sector essential service Zambia launches National Carbon Registry to advance international carbon trading CAF backs Infantino amid FIFA leadership crisis Zambian govt assesses gold mining potential in Eastern Province Techbytes: AI fuels surge in cybercrime across Africa, Interpol warns Techbytes: China reaffirms support for Zambia’s digital transformation Man convicted of incest after repeatedly defiling 10-year-old daughter who contracted HIV Haguta moves to High Court to challenge removal from ECZ ballot ahead of polls Home