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IBA Commends Regional Centre for Democracy

IBA Commends Regional Centre for Democracy

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The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has commended the Levy Mwanawasa Regional Centre for Democracy and Good Governance (LMCR) for its ongoing efforts to promote democracy and leadership development in the country. The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA), Director General Webster Malido highlighted the vital role the Levy Mwanawasa Regional Centre for Democracy plays in strengthening democratic […]

12-Year-old girl defiled by step father in Chipata

12-Year-old girl defiled by step father in Chipata

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A 12-year-old girl has been allegedly defiled by her 40-year-old stepfather in DK area, Chipata District, Eastern Province. Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has confirmed the incident to ZANIS. Mr Mweemba said the defilement case was reported on Saturday, 31st May 2026 at 11:10hrs at Kapata Police Post, Chipata Central Police Station. Mr […]

Chishimba Kambwili pleads guilty to illegal departure

Chishimba Kambwili pleads guilty to illegal departure

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CHISHIMBA Kambwili has pleaded guilty to departing Zambia without passing through immigration. Kambwili changed his plea in the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court, meaning the matter will not go to trial. The State is expected to present facts of the case before sentencing. Prosecutors allege Kambwili left Zambia for Zimbabwe for medical treatment between Jan. 1 and Jan. […]

I HAVE CHANGED MY MIND, I NOW ADMIT THAT I ENTERED ZIMBABWE ILLEGALLY, CHISHIMBA KAMBWILI TELLS COURT

I HAVE CHANGED MY MIND, I NOW ADMIT THAT I ENTERED ZIMBABWE ILLEGALLY, CHISHIMBA KAMBWILI TELLS COURT

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I HAVE CHANGED MY MIND, I NOW ADMIT THAT I ENTERED ZIMBABWE ILLEGALLY, CHISHIMBA KAMBWILI TELLS COURT Former Information Minister CHISHIMBA KAMBWILI has, in a change of plea, admitted guilt to the charge of entering Zimbabwe illegally in 2024. This comes after he had earlier denied the charge in March 2026. Mr. KAMBWILI, a former […]

NGONI ROYAL ESTABLISHMENT REPORTS FORMER PETAUKE LAWMAKER TO POLICE

NGONI ROYAL ESTABLISHMENT REPORTS FORMER PETAUKE LAWMAKER TO POLICE

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NGONI ROYAL ESTABLISHMENT REPORTS FORMER PETAUKE LAWMAKER TO POLICE The Ngoni Royal Establishment has refuted as untrue the assertions made by former Petauke Member of Parliament, Mr. Emmanuel J. Banda, who is currently on the run, claiming that Paramount Chief Mpenzeni IV was killed. The Establishment strongly condemns these allegations in the strongest terms. We […]

CHIPATA 40 YEAR-OLD MAN HUNTED FOR ALLEGED DEFILEMENT

CHIPATA 40 YEAR-OLD MAN HUNTED FOR ALLEGED DEFILEMENT

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Police in Chipata District of Eastern Province have launched a manhunt for a 40-year-old man accused of having carnal knowledge of his 12-year-old stepdaughter. Eastern Province Police Commissioner, Robertson Mweemba, has confirmed the incident to the Zambia News and Information Services (ZANIS). Mr Mweemba says the incident was reported to Kapata Police Post on May […]

Prof Phiri anticipates peaceful polls

Prof Phiri anticipates peaceful polls

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BY DORCAS CHIKONKOMENE POLITICAL analyst and historian Professor Biseck Phiri says the August 13 general election are likely to be peaceful despite isolated incidents of violence recorded during the campaign period. Speaking in an interview with Millennium Radio, Prof Phiri says cases of violence have involved members of the ruling United Party for National […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

WARREN MWAMBAZI DEFENDS HIS UPND ADOPTION AS PARTY PETITIONS IN COURT

WARREN MWAMBAZI DEFENDS HIS UPND ADOPTION AS PARTY PETITIONS IN COURT

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WARREN MWAMBAZI DEFENDS HIS UPND ADOPTION AS PARTY PETITIONS IN COURT By Justina Matandiko Former Bwana Mkubwa Independent Member of Parliament Warren Mwambazi has defended his decision to contest the 2026 general elections on the UPND ticket, saying the move is aimed at accelerating development in the constituency. Mr. Mwambazi explains that serving as an […]

Independents Withdrawing Will Remain on the Ballot-Isaac Mwanza

Independents Withdrawing Will Remain on the Ballot-Isaac Mwanza

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Independents Withdrawing Will Remain on the Ballot-Isaac Mwanza Withdrawal only possible before close of nominations-Mwanza … Governance activist says candidates remain in race after nominations close By EMV Reporter Governance activist Isaac Mwanza has clarified that candidates in an election cannot withdraw from the race after the close of nominations. In a statement issued on […]