Zambia Monitor https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeP running mate, Tembo, urges public to judge opposition leaders individually Policy institute warns Zambia’s rush to pass 74 bills risks weakening legislative oversight World Bank names Firas Raad new division director for four southern African countries Home Premier League: Arsenal go six points clear with 3–0 thrashing of Fulham 24-year-old Mbala man drowns in Lake Tanganyika, police warn against unsafe swimming Newcastle snap five-game losing streak with 3-1 win over Brighton Association says moves made to effect edits on Yo Maps controversial ‘budget’ video Zambia’s 2026 race tightens as 25 presidential hopefuls pay ECZ fees, signalling crowded ballot Rick Ross Zambia show sparks currency debate in Malawi Two Zambian films set for powerful dual premiere Zambia drafts new resettlement law to curb compensation disputes, unblock stalled investments Chinese chamber says wellbeing of Zambian workers key to success of its investors Stanbic Bank says efficiency, not infrastructure, will define Africa’s next phase of trade corridors Govt, Lungu family barred from accessing ECL’s corpse, as Gonzales bashes successive Zambian govts. See our top 10 stories of the week Zambia at the crossroad: When even diplomats stop whispering and start shouting, by Linda Banks Group petitions High Court over non-bailable offences ‘Avoid street protests,’ Hichilema urges labour–employer dialogue, as world celebrates Workers Day WWF pledges continued support for Zambia’s shift to nature-positive economy NAREP leader, Ngulube, attacks Ambassador Gonzales over snide remarks against Zambia US sanctions ex-DR Congo president Kabila over alleged support for M23 rebels Rick Ross, Davido arrive Zambia ahead of musical show Concerns mount over reported homosexual content in Yo Maps’ ‘budget’ video Moroccan Sahara: Germany reaffirms centrality of autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty Govt sets out three-phase roadmap for Ninth National Development Plan Group urges monitoring mechanism for newly enacted laws, defends role in UPND general assembly Party leader, Kalaba, alleges UPND poor handling of economy worsening workers’ hardship Burkina Faso tightens security after Mali attacks LuSE seeks reforms, state-owned enterprises listings to deepen Zambia’s capital markets South African court restricts access to ex-Zambian president Lungu’s body amid legal dispute Pathologist tells court IBA chief Muleya was likely assaulted before fatal shooting Zambia urges solar importers to comply with standards to ensure product safety Zambia raises diesel price for May, keeps petrol unchanged as global oil costs climb Rural farmers fall back on traditional systems as global supply chains falter, says Mpofu Chambishi residents demand recapitalisation of Chambishi Metals Hichilema commissions CEC’s 126-MW solar plant, urges shift in energy project mindset Zambia’s water utility warns against illegal construction on protected land in Lusaka Mobile money lifts Zambia’s financial inclusion to 80.1% in 2025 – FinScope survey Zambia launches electronic food clearance certification to streamline trade Zambia suspends tech firm over failed CCTV installation contract Zambia’s April inflation slows to 6.8% as food prices ease; trade surplus narrows The United States, a political ally and an important strategic partner of Morocco Yango Group announces 2026 Yango Fellowship cohort across six African countries Tanzania sets out minerals revenue, export and value-addition plans for 2026/27, by Jasper A. Kwayu ‘Failure to bury former President Lungu an abomination,’ Kasama Catholic Archbishop calls for closure Govt plans health facilities in busy markets to improve access Africa targets efficient transport corridors to drive trade growth —Report Techbytes: Mauritius pushes ICT partnership drive in Zambia, SADC region Zambia’s tobacco board expands operations nationwide, targets 80 million kg ahead of 2025/26 season ‘Zambia doesn’t need money but leaders with integrity,’ Ambassador Gonzalez scores UPND, others low on governance (Video)