LUSAKA – The Organized People’s Party (OPP) has announced that its vice-presidential running mate, Andyford Mayele Banda, has stepped down ahead of Zambia’s 2026 General Elections. The development was confirmed in a statement issued by OPP presidential candidate Dr. Brian Mushimba, who said the party respects Banda’s decision and has already notified the Electoral Commission […]

Zambia’s mining, energy and agriculture sectors have drawn significant investor interest as the government’s fiscal consolidation gains traction after emerging from a sovereign default, said Citi’s country chief. “We have noted increased interest, especially when we have seen significant strides being made in terms of bringing stability to the Zambian economy,” said Lowani Chibesakunda, Citi’s […]

President Hakainde Hichilema has revealed plans to set up a University Teaching Hospital in Solwezi district in North-western Province. President Hichilema says the government also has plans to construct a University in Solwezi in order to ensure inclusive access to education for all Zambians. The President noted that the government has scored many achievements in […]

THE Organized People’s Party, OPP, says vice-presidential running mate Andyford Banda has stepped down, and the party has notified the Electoral Commission of Zambia, ECZ, for guidance on next legal steps. In a statement, OPP presidential candidate Dr. Brian Mushimba said the party “fully respects” Banda’s decision and thanked him for his dedication. “We have […]

Western Province Principal Public Relations Officer, Mwakoi Njekwa has hailed the wheat production at Malombe Irrigation Scheme in Sioma District as a clear demonstration of how irrigation, is transforming agriculture and enhancing food security in the region. Mr Njekwa says the thriving wheat fields are a practical demonstration of the positive impact of the investment […]

The Civil Service Commission has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to decentralisation. Civil Service Commission Chairperson, Choolwe Beyani says the 2025 health workers recruitment, is a clear demonstration that decision making powers have successfully been devolved to provinces and districts. Dr Beyani said this when he paid a courtesy call on Northern Province Acting Permanent Secretary, Beauty […]

President Hakainde Hichilema says the Lobito Corridor project will create employment opportunities in North-Western Province once it is actualised. President Hichilema has also assured the people of Mwinilunga district that the contracts for the construction of the Mutanda-Mwinilunga road will be signed soon. President Hichilema was speaking today when he addressed scores of Mwinilunga residents who turned up […]

WE SHALL COMPLETE THE NATIONAL HOUSE OF PRAYER – PROF. PULE … and reintroduce the Ministry of Religious Affairs. KITWE, WEDNESDAY, JULY, 01, 2026 [SMART EAGLES] CHRISTIAN Democratic party president Professor Daniel Pule says after August 13th when his party forms Government, it shall complete the construction of the National House of Prayer initiated by […]

I AM COMING TO THE PRESIDENCY WITH ALOT OF EXPERIENCE – KALABA … vote for CF and don’t fall for UPND slogans. CHOMA, WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026 [ SMART EAGLES] CITIZENS First party president Harry Kalaba says he is coming to serve as Republican President with alot of experience having held various top Government positions. […]

HH in panick mode over Mundubile, Makebi popularity – Chisanga By Mubanga Mubanga Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance presidential spokesperson George Chisanga says President Hakainde Hichilema is feeling the weight of Brian Mundubile and his running nate Makebi Zulu During the rally at Heroes Stadium grounds on Sunday, President Hichilema described Mundubile and Zulu as “boys” who did […]