President Hakainde Hichilema has reiterated that electoral lawlessness will not be tolerated, warning that anyone who disrupts the nomination process will face the full force of the law regardless of political affiliation or social standing. According to a Facebook post on his page,the President condemned circulating footage on social and other media showing individuals attempting […]

…asks the Registrar of Societies to investigate false returns against the ruling party, says the party is unfit to participate in the August 13 general election for declaring false returns By NATION REPORTER CHARLES Longwe, a gold card carrying member of the UPND has petitioned the Registrar of Societies to suspend recognition of office […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

…warns shifting rules and inconsistent application of electoral procedures could undermine public trust and threaten national stability By NATION REPORTER WITH only 85 days remaining before the August 13 general election, Government should urgently restore clarity, consistency and public confidence in the electoral process because shifting rules and changing interpretations risk creating uncertainty and […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

By RABECCA LUNGU DAKA THE Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) Cross Border Traders Association says inequality and weak support for small businesses in Zambia are driving tension between local traders and foreign operators. ‎Executive Director Jacob Makambwe noted that many Zambian SMEs are struggling to compete because they lack the scale and organisational […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

By RABECCA LUNGU DAKA ‎THE Independent Churches of Zambia (ICOZ) has urged political parties and candidates to shift toward issue-based campaigns ahead of the August 13, 2026 general elections. ‎ICOZ President Bishop David Masupa says the country needs a new approach to electioneering that prioritizes developmental issues and meaningful national dialogue. ‎He notes that […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

By CHIKUMBI KATEBE A ZIMBABWEAN student who worked as a part-time lecturer has pleaded guilty to engaging in work in Zambia without a work permit. Before Magistrate Nthandose Chabala was Tonderai Takunda Mutya, 26, a student, who was charged with one count of engaging in work when he worked as a part-time lecturer at […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema condemned the attempted disruption of former MP Gary Nkombo’s nomination filing and ordered law enforcement to arrest those responsible. Hichilema said Wednesday that scenes of individuals trying to prevent the lawful filing of nominations were “unacceptable, undemocratic, and a direct violation of the rule of law.” “I therefore expect law enforcement agencies […]

VIOLENCE erupted Wednesday at Mumbwa Town Council as two UPND candidates sought to file nominations for Mumbwa Central. Witnesses said Hamatala, one of two UPND candidates issued adoption certificates, attempted to enter Mumbwa Civic Centre to file his papers while Clarence Chisuku was already inside filing for the same seat. The Electoral Commission of Zambia […]

FORMER Mazabuka Central MP Garry Nkombo filed nomination papers Wednesday as an independent candidate and condemned an attack on him at Mazabuka Civic Centre. Nkombo said a man wearing UPND regalia attacked him and tore his shirt as he entered the centre to file. He said other men, some with covered faces, also assaulted him […]

🇿🇲 BRIEFING | ECZ Extends Nominations After Candidates Report Lost Voter’s Cards The Electoral Commission of Zambia has extended the nomination period for aspiring parliamentary and mayoral candidates in a late adjustment that reflects the growing administrative pressures surrounding Zambia’s fast-approaching August 13 general elections. In a statement issued last evening, ECZ Chief Electoral Officer […]