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Ministry of Youth, Sports and Arts Permanent Secretary Kangwa Chileshe this morning led by example, braving the cold to conquer the 21km Half Marathon at the 2026 NAPSA Pensioners Marathon. Thousands of Zambians turned out for the annual event, but it was the PS’s step-up from the 10km to the half marathon that sent a […]

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive electoral participation for persons with disabilities ahead of the August 13 general elections. ECZ Voter Education Programme Manager, Emmah Mwiinga, says the commission remains committed to ensuring that every eligible citizen participates freely, equally and meaningfully in the electoral process regardless of disability. Ms Mwiinga was speaking when she officially opened a two-day Lusaka provincial workshop on Inclusive Electoral Participation for Persons with Disabilities in Lusaka. She noted that persons with disabilities are equal citizens with constitutional rights to register as voters, access electoral information, vote independently and in secrecy and contribute to the country’s democratic governance. Ms Mwiinga explained that this year’s general election marks a significant milestone as it will be the first to be conducted under Constitution Amendment Act No. 13 of 2025 and the Electoral Process (Amendment) Act No. 12 of 2026 that introduced the Mixed Member Proportional Representation electoral system and reserved seats for women, youths and persons with disabilities in the National Assembly and local councils. Ms Mwiinga observed that despite progress made over the years, persons with disabilities continue to face challenges in accessing electoral information and services due to inaccessible polling stations, limited accessible voter education materials, communication barriers, digital exclusion and social stigma. She disclosed that the commission has introduced several measures to improve accessibility, including voter education materials in braille and sign language as well as tactile ballot paper jackets, which will be available at all polling stations during the forthcoming elections. Ms Mwiinga said the commission has rolled out disability-inclusive voter education programmes and trained electoral officers on inclusive electoral practices to ensure that no eligible voter is left behind. She thanked cooperating partners which include Zambia Federation of Disability Organisations (ZAFOD), United Nations Development Programme and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems, for their continued support in strengthening inclusive electoral processes in Zambia. Meanwhile, ZAFOD Programme Manager, Misheck Katongo has called on ECZ to consider employing persons with disabilities within its staff establishment. – ZANIS. To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

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Government has commissioned a one-by-four classroom block at Lufupa Day Secondary School in Kasempa District in Northwestern Province, constructed at a cost of K1.7 million under the 2024 Constituency Development Fund (CDF) allocation. Government also handed over K2.7 million…

Democratic Union President Ackim Antony Njobvu has pledged a one-year PAYE exemption for all Zambians in their first year of employment if elected President on 13th August 2026. Njobvu said the first year of work should be used to build a life, not to pay taxes. “Ba Youth, your first year of employment should be […]

Zambian musician Drimz, popularly known as Mr Musiq, has called on the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development and other relevant authorities to urgently address the worsening traffic congestion at Kabwe Level Crossing and Luangwa Junction. In a statement shared on his official social media platforms, the Kabwe-born artist expressed concern over the persistent […]

POLICE have confirmed the death of an armed wanted suspect who was shot in an attempt to prevent him from harming law enforcers who wanted to apprehend him. The suspect was wanted in connection with several serious criminal offences under investigation, including aggravated robbery. Zambia Police Service Western Division Police Command commissioner of police Rae

PAUL MOONGA URGES PRESIDENT HICHILEMA TO STOP CALLING PF MEMBERS THIEVES By:Thomas Mwale Former UPND strategist Paul Moonga says he left the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) due to frustration over what he describes as the party’s continued attacks on the former ruling Patriotic Front (PF). Mr. Moonga told Sun FM TV in […]

You’ve to tell us where you’re sleeping – Police POLICE on the Copperbelt have instructed members of the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance to disclose where they are spending the night so officers can allegedly provide security following an attack on their camp that the Alliance blames on suspected UPND cadres. The directive came after violence erupted […]