PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema said he wished his opponents well after filing nomination papers to run for a second term in the Aug. 13, 2026, general election. Speaking after submitting his candidacy as the United Party for National Development (UPND) nominee, Hichilema thanked the Electoral Commission of Zambia for overseeing the process. “I am sure my […]

BA UPND, HOW CAN YOU FAIL TO SEE SUCH AN OBVIOUS POLITICAL TRAP? Since when did Beauty Katebe and Chilando Chitangala become defenders or loyal supporters of anything UPND? N EVER. Not even for one day. Beauty Katebe has spent years attacking HH, undermining the UPND, and openly rooting for opposition unity to remove him […]

The Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) says its presidential ticket comprising Eng. Chanda A. B. Katotobwe and party president Sean Tembo has been unable to file nominations at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre due to alleged unauthorized changes to the party’s records at the Registrar of Societies. The party claims that its records were altered […]

🇿🇲 BRIEFING | Sea of Red Engulfs Mulungushi as Hichilema’s Nomination Hour Draws Near A relatively cold Friday afternoon in Lusaka has turned politically electric. Hours before President Hakainde Hichilema is expected to arrive at Mulungushi International Conference Centre to file his presidential nomination papers, the entire precinct has already been swallowed by a sea […]

ASPIRING Lusaka Mayor Chitambala Mwewa filed nomination papers at the Lusaka Civic Centre on Friday, one day after announcing he was withdrawing from Mwewa, known publicly as Simon Mwewa of Lane Television, said he had received his United Party for National Development adoption certificate on May 20, 2026, and thanked President Hakainde Hichilema for his […]

NGOCC Chairperson Beauty Katebe and Ketty Nanyangwe have been arrested by the Police and locked up at Kabwata Police station for causing violence at Civic Centre and for forging an UPND adoption certificate in order for Ketty to stand as Mayor Beauty Katebe is the PF woman who was against Bill 7 and worked with […]

Zambian rights activist Mwiza Zulu has expressed concern over the rising cases of violence and confusion being witnessed during the ongoing nomination process ahead of the country’s general elections. In a brief but strong statement shared online, MwizaZulu said the incidents recorded so far are worrying and could signal a tense campaign period if authorities […]

Police in Northern Province have recovered several stolen household and electronic items linked to multiple house breaking and theft cases recorded in Kasama District. Northern Province Police Commanding Officer Simunji Mulonda confirmed the development during a media briefing, stating that the successful recoveries were made possible through strong cooperation between the police and members of […]

With the rising cost of living in Zambia, many workers are finding it difficult to survive on low salaries. From rent, transport, mealie meal, school fees, and electricity bills, most people feel like their salaries finish before the month even starts. However, financial experts say that even with a modest income, it is still possible […]

The Zambian music industry continues to grow rapidly, with talented producers playing a major role behind the success of many hit songs and artists. From Afrobeat and dancehall to hip-hop and amapiano-inspired sounds, producers are shaping the modern Zambian sound and helping local music compete internationally. Over the years, several producers have built strong brands, […]