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President Hakainde Hichilema today, attended the funeral mass for late Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu who died on Friday, May 15th, 2026 in Lusaka. Speaking during the mass, at the Cathedral of the Child Jesus in Lusaka, Archbishop Alick Banda described the late cleric as an advocate of good governance, social and economic justice. Archbishop Banda underscored […]

By Gertrude ChandaConfusion and drama have erupted within the UPND after two different aspirants reportedly received adoption certificates for the Lusaka mayoral position ahead of the August 13 General Election. Former Lusaka Deputy Mayor Ketty Nanyangwe confirmed receiving an adoption certificate barely a day after popular vlogger and mayoral aspirant Chitambala Mwewa also publicly announced […]

UPND CONDEMNS VIOLENCE IN MAZABUKA, EXPELS 15 MEMBERS Lusaka, May 21st 2026 – The United Party for National Development strongly condemns the unfortunate acts of violence and disorder that occurred at the civic centre in Mazabuka during the filing in of nomination papers by former UPND member Garry Nkombo for the Mazabuka Central parliamentary seat […]

Mazabuka, Zambia – May 20, 2026 — The Zambia Police Service in Mazabuka District has launched investigations into a case of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and malicious damage to property involving former Mazabuka Central Member of Parliament Garry Nkombo. According to a press statement issued by Southern Province Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo, the incident […]

Kitwe :“Divorce Cancelled!” Judge Stunned as Couple Reunites in Courtroom The courtroom was silent. Lynette sat on one side, arms folded tightly across her chest. On the other side sat her husband, Michael, staring at the floor. After twenty years of marriage and four children, their union had reached what seemed like its final chapter. […]

Seven parliamentary candidates from various political parties in Kabwe District in Central Province have successfully filed their nominations and have pledged to transform their respective constituencies if elected in the August 13 general elections. United Party for National Development (UPND) Bwacha North candidate, Percy Chato says he is determined to improve the road network, work […]

Socialist Party (SP) leader, Fred M’membe has successfully filed his nominations ahead of the August 13 general elections. Presidential Returning Officer and Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis has declared the candidature of Dr M’membe valid to contest in the upcoming general elections. Dr M’membe will contest the presidential election alongside his running mate, […]

NO ARRESTS YET IN ALLEGED ASSAULT ON GARRY NKOMBO AS POLICE SAY THEY RESCUED HIM FROM SUSPECTED UPND MEMBERS. Details in the Statement….. The Zambia Police Service in Mazabuka District is investigating a case of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and malicious damage to property, which was reported at Mazabuka Central Police Station on May […]

Nakacinda Goes on Hunger Strike By Brian MatamboLusaka, Wednesday, 20 May 2026 Patriotic Front Secretary General Raphael Mangani Nakacinda has gone on hunger strike at Chimbokaila Prison in Lusaka after allegedly being denied access to his lawyers and the ability to communicate with them. The development came to light today when food was taken to […]

Former Local Government Minister and longtime UPND […]