Latest Zambia News

By Francis Chipalo With 29 days to go until the August 13, 2026 General Elections Founder of the Free Press Initiative Joan Chirwa has called on political leaders and their supporters to respect media freedom and guarantee the safety of journalists. Chirwa said while national attention is on electing leaders, her immediate concern is ensuring […]

By BUUMBA CHIMBULU ZAMBIA’S mining sector is set to benefit from an US$80 million World Bank-funded programme aimed at promoting sustainable, inclusive and well-governed mineral development. A World Bank mission is in the country to work with Government and key institutions on finalising the design of the International Development Association (IDA)-financed Investment Project, including […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has thanked the people of Nakonde in Muchinga Province for turning up "in thousands" for his meeting today. The President expressed gratitude to Her Royal Highness Chieftainess Nawaitwika and the people of Nakonde for their support. "We don't take your support for granted. We shall continue delivering development for you all," President

By BENEDICT TEMBO THE Insurance Brokers Association of Zambia (IBAZ) has called for wide-ranging policy reforms to increase insurance penetration and strengthen the growth of the country’s insurance industry. IBAZ president Phideliah Sichone Mwaba said insurance uptake in Zambia remains low, with market penetration continuing to pose a major challenge despite steady growth in […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

By Francis Chipalo Organized People’s Party (OPP) President Eng. Dr. Brian Mushimba, has condemned what he terms “politics of convenience” among some Zambian politicians, saying the country needs leaders guided by principle ahead of the August 13 general elections. Dr. Mushimba said Zambia is at a defining moment as millions of citizens grapple with high […]

Technology expert Brenda Zulu has expressed concerns […]

Human rights activist Gabriel Sampa Mailo has […]

109 Views LUSAKA, July 15, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) vice-presidential candidate Makebi Zulu says it is an illusion for the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) to believe it will retain the rural vote in next month’s General Election, arguing that voters in rural Zambia have turned against […]

The Resident Doctors Association of Zambia (RDAZ) […]

Questions have emerged over the status of […]