Zambia Monitor https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Zambia’s leading opposition party alleges armed raid on media centre eve of general elections Police arrest 7 suspects over murder of Chaminuka Resort boss, Stelios Sardinis Zambian govt claims arrest of ‘several suspects’ allegedly plotting to disrupt general elections Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance demands head of AU-COMESA mission hands-off Zambia polls Banned from National Results Centre, Mpundu accuses UPND of promoting lawlessness, violence Govt declares August 13, 2026 public holiday for General Elections, offices to reopen day after ECZ launches National Results Centre to manage Zambia’s presidential election outcomes Jubilee Metals to sell Zambian Copper tailings project, as shares decline 27% ‘I’m the chief. I know what’s happening,’ Hichilema alleges external plot to destabilize Zambia Tragedy in Zimbabwe as 13 bodies retrieved after boat accident on Lake Kariba Mundubile preaches reconciliation, says Zambia’s leadership must rise above politics, tribalism Reserve cut may boost private sector lending —Haabazoka Food Reserve Agency says over 28,000 metric tonnes of Maize purchased in Northern Province Tonse Alliance accuses govt agency of seizing party funds, crippling campaign machinery ahead of polls President Hichilema wraps up re-election campaigns with Lusaka rally 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 Nakacinda to call 10 witnesses in defence over summons charge Industry Review: From recovery to record growth — How KCM reignited Zambia’s copper giant 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 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 Kasama police arrest teenager over alleged death of taxi driver Leading opposition party, NRPUP, seeks clarification on ballot rules, results timeline Immigration apprehends 10 Ethiopians in Kazungula, repatriates 212 Congolese refugees Govt spends K4.3 billion on debt servicing, as K21.1 billion reportedly released in July for service delivery 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 Family raises the alarm over whereabouts of Findlay after police arrest, alleges harassment Colombia announces recognition of Morocco’s Sovereignty over Sahara, marking a shift in its position Barcelona cancel Morocco friendly over Ceuta crisis Weather department issues alert for cold, windy conditions across Zambia COMESA launches Seed Information System to boost regional seed trade Zambia’s electoral body urges international observers to be professional, responsible Home