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THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has maintained the pump price of petrol but reduced prices for diesel, kerosene and jet A-1 for June 2026. ERB announced the revised national uniform pump prices Sunday, effective at midnight May 31, 2026, until the next review. Petrol stays at K27.15 per liter. Diesel drops K1.88 to K32.11 per […]
Mundubile promises to create 300, 000 jobs in agric sector within two years NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has promised that if elected President on August 13, he will within two years, create 300, 000 jobs in the agriculture sector, alone. And Mundubile has been quoted by the News Diggers as having accused the UPND […]
….as the Rome-based Catholic cleric says consultation is a sign of leadership maturity, not weakness, as he defends Brian Mundubile’s pledge to listen to citizens before crafting policy. By NATION REPORTER A ROME-based Catholic priest has defended Tonse Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, saying his willingness to consult citizens before formulating […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.
President Hakainde Hichilema has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of His Majesty Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV of the Ngoni people, describing him as a revered traditional leader whose legacy will remain an important part of Zambia’s national heritage. In a message of condolence shared on Saturday, President Hichilema said the nation had received the […]
PARAMOUNT Chief Mpezeni, the traditional leader of Zambia’s Ngoni people, has died, Chief Nzamane announced Saturday. Chief Nzamane said Nkosi Yama Khosi’s death marks the end of the reign of one of Zambia’s most revered traditional leaders. Mpezeni was known for presiding over the annual Nc’wala ceremony, a major cultural gathering for the Ngoni. (DEVELOPING STORY) […]
GOVERNMENT confirmed Saturday the death of Paramount Chief Mpezeni, traditional leader of the Ngoni people. Ministry of Information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana confirmed the death in an interview with reporters at the palace. Kawana said he was in Eastern Province to mourn the recent death of the chief’s brother when news of Mpezeni’s […]
BREAKING NEWS: PARAMOUNT CHIEF MPEZENI IV OF THE NGONI PEOPLE HAS DIED His Royal Highness Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV of the Ngoni people has died. The nation now awaits official communication from the Royal Establishment and the Government of the Republic of Zambia regarding the sad development. Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV, fondly known as Inkosi […]
By Francis Chipalo Independent Presidential Candidate Rev. Dr. Given Katuta has called on all independent candidates to unite ahead of the August 2026 general elections. Katuta said independent candidates must join hands to present a credible alternative to voters who are dissatisfied with traditional party politics. She said that unity would strengthen the voice of […]
Citizens First (CF) parliamentary candidate for Nkundalila Constituency in Serenje, Bangwe Naviley Chisenga, has stressed the urgent need for the construction of a one-by-five classroom block in Katota area of Mweshe Ward to accommodate secondary school learners. Speaking when he addressed voters in the area, Bangwe explained this is because Katota is geographically marginalised, with […]
By NATION REPORTER THE Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) should immediately launch investigations into the sudden withdrawals of parliamentary candidates from various electoral races in the UPND strongholds because the trend could potentially be influenced by corruption, Emmanuel Mwamba has said. Mr Mwamba, the Patriotic Front (PF) information and publicity chairperson says the abrupt withdrawal of […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.