By Joseph Siambihi A 23-year-old motorcyclist of Mkushi District in Central Province who went missing on 1st May 2026 has been found dead and buried in a shallow grave. The deceased, identified as Jacob Kanyangala, was discovered wrapped in a sack and buried within a yard in Itala Compound after a resident, Mercy Mutale, reportedly […]

President Hakainde Hichilema has reassured the nation that the general elections set for August 13, 2026, will take place in a calm and peaceful environment. President Hichilema has stated that he carries the solemn duty to protect every citizen and their property beyond the election period, further assuring that security agencies have been placed on […]

The Zambian government has commended the World Health Organisation (WHO) for helping the country strengthen the health sector. Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services, Kennedy Lishimpi says notable achievements have been recorded in the health sector with support from the WHO and other cooperating partners. Dr Lishimpi has cited progress in disease prevention and […]

The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) in Lavushimanda District of Muchinga Province, has urged uniformed staff to maintain professionalism during the nomination process ahead of the 2026 general elections. Speaking during a briefing held at the Lavushimanda Town Council, District Electoral Officer, Jonas Mwendakawa said the Commission cannot conduct credible elections without the support and […]

Trump says he called off planned Iran strike after Arab leaders’ appeal US President Donald Trump said on Monday he called off a planned military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday after the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates urged him to hold off as “serious negotiations” were underway. Trump said […]

CLEMENT TEMBO REJECTED FOR UPND KABWATA ADOPTION By Jane BandaFormer Patriotic Front (PF) Presidential Empowerment Initiative Coordinator Clement Tembo has suffered a major political setback after the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) reportedly declined to adopt him as Kabwata parliamentary candidate, opting instead for his long-time rival Andrew Teyengwa. Tembo, who recently defected […]

FORMER KAFUE MP MIRRIAM CHONYA WITHDRAWS FROM 2026 PARLIAMENTARY RACE 18 May 2026, Kafue Times Former Kafue Member of Parliament Hon. Mirriam Chonya has announced her withdrawal from the race to re-contest the Kafue East parliamentary seat in the upcoming 2026 General Elections. In a statement posted on her Facebook page, Chonya said the decision […]

“The Dilemma of Brian Mundubile on Tuesday” …Zambia’s Democracy Faces a Litmus Test Amb. AM.18th May 26 On Tuesday morning, Zambia’s democracy will awaken to a test as sharp as a surgeon’s scalpel and as heavy as a millstone. Hon. Brian Mundubile, Tonse Alliance President, and leading contender in the August 13 polls, approaches the […]

UPND ADOPTS PARLIAMENTARY CANDIDATES IN NDOLA DISTRICT The United Party for National Development (UPND) has officially adopted parliamentary candidates for constituencies in Ndola District ahead of the upcoming elections. Frank Tayali has been re-adopted as the party’s candidate for Ndola Central Constituency, while Lloyd Lubosha has also been re-adopted for Chifubu Constituency. Warren Mwambazi will […]

By Francis Chipalo UPND Kafue East Constituency Youth Chairperson John Mikaya has urged party members to remain united and accept the outcome of the upcoming adoption process ahead of the 2026 General Elections. Mikaya, also a former Shimabala Ward Councillor and aspiring candidate for the ward, said it was critical for members to remain peaceful, […]