By Muzala Shinka, ZAMBIA’s decision this week to buy back a $1.4 billion bond signals growing confidence in the country’s economic recovery. The government offered to repurchase the bond at about 78 cents on the dollar, roughly $1 billion, using a cheaper loan from the African Development Bank and domestic resources. The move aims to […]
Dr. Gabriel Pollen said he is healthy and stronger than ever, addressing public concern over his recent weight loss. “I’ve had a lot of friends, colleagues, acquaintances and strangers message me lately, worried about my weight loss,” Pollen said in a statement. “Some asked if I’m ill or going through a tough time. Some mocked […]
THE Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has issued guidance to broadcasters on election-related content, but says it has not banned political campaign songs. IBA Director General Webster Malido said Friday the authority has no jurisdiction to ban songs in Zambia. He issued the clarification after reports circulated on social media alleging a ban. “However, in line […]
Mapatizya formula Coined in 2005, following the death of incumbent UPND member of parliament for Mapatizya, Grace Judith Sialumba & the subsequent by election. In the 2001 general elections, Sialumba whitewashed her closest rival, Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) candidate Ackson Sejani, who had been MP for the constituency from 1991. Before defecting to […]
Zambia Begins Buying Back Eurobonds: A Major Step Toward Lower Debt Costs and Fiscal Sustainability By Prof. Lubinda Haabazoka The Government of Zambia has taken a significant step in strengthening the country’s public finances by launching a buyback of more than US$1.3 billion worth of Eurobonds. This operation represents one of the most important debt […]
Our Objective Is Not To Win Elections But To Wipe Away Zambian People’s Tears From Hardships Brought By The UPND Government, Says Socialist Party SP President Fred M’membe PRESS STATEMENT(For Immediate Release) M’MEMBE CANNOT “WIPE TEARS” WITHOUT POWER …….His claim is a confirmation that SP is pregnant with both human misery and political danger.———————————————– Dr. […]
NKOMBO’S LOYALTY CLAIMS TO HH RAISE MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS The Editor Zambia FORMER Local Government and Rural Development minister Gary Nkombo’s insistence that he has always stood firmly with President Hakainde Hichilema should be treated by political observers with a hefty pinch of salt because, in politics, words alone are never enough. What matters […]
PRESIDENT BRIAN MUNDUBILE APPOINTS HIS NATIONAL PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN TEAM AND PRESIDENTIAL SECRETARIAT ADMINISTRATION TEAM In line with article 10 (i) and (j) and article 12.(33) of the Tonse Alliance Constitution, this list serves to formally inform the public and our members that I, Brian M. Mundubile has appointed the following individuals as my National Presidential […]
Eastern Province, Zambia – Senior Chief Nzamane of the Ngoni people has announced the passing of His Majesty Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV. The Ngwenyama passed away on May 30, 2026, according to an announcement made during a media briefing in Eastern Province. The news has sent shockwaves across Zambia, particularly among the Ngoni people, who […]
The Zambia Police Service has confirmed the release of That Zed Podcast presenters Kalenga Chambatu and Elson Chigerwe, who had been detained in police custody pending investigations. According to a statement issued by Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi, the two were released following the completion of the necessary investigative procedures. Kalenga Chambatu […]
