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GOVERNMENT WARNS AGAINST INCITEMENT TO VIOLENCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Government has warned individuals against using social media platforms to promote violence, hatred and threats against political leaders, saying such conduct will not be tolerated. Speaking at the press briefing Secretary to the Cabinet Mr Patrick K. Kangwa says government has noted an increase in inflammatory social media content before, during and after the 2026 Presidential and General Elections. Mr Kangwa says the content includes insults, threats of harm and calls for the killing or assassination of political leaders, including […]

todayAugust 21, 2026 4

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SMEs MUST BE TREATED AS STRATEGIC PARTNERS — ECONOMIST

Economist Kelvin Chisanga has called on the Zambian Government to treat Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as strategic partners in national development rather than beneficiaries of government programmes. Mr Chisanga says government should reduce the regulatory burden on SMEs by addressing the multiplicity of licences required to establish and operate businesses. Speaking on Thursday’s edition of The Burning Issue, Mr Chisanga said entrepreneurs are often required to obtain several licences and certifications, a process he says can delay business operations […]

todayAugust 21, 2026 14

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Sean Tembo Retires from Active Politics

Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) founder Sean Tembo has announced his retirement from active politics with immediate effect. In a statement, Mr. Tembo said he made the decision after careful consideration and extensive consultations with his family and friends. Mr. Tembo noted that the announcement coincides with the 10th anniversary of the founding of PeP, which he established exactly ten years ago. He said although he did not succeed in being elected to public office during the past decade, he […]

todayAugust 20, 2026 5

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LAZ Calls for Independent Probe into Death of Mutotwe Kafwaya and Respect for Constitution

The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for an immediate, independent and credible investigation into the death of former Lunte Member of Parliament and former Minister of Transport and Communications, Hon. Mutotwe Kafwaya. In a statement, LAZ said it is concerned about the circumstances surrounding the shooting that resulted in Mr. Kafwaya’s death, as well as the subsequent arrest and detention of several people reportedly linked to a security operation conducted during the election period. The Association said there […]

todayAugust 20, 2026 4

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GOVERNANCE EXPERT CALLS FOR ACCOUNTABILITY IN FULFILLING ELECTORAL PROMISES

Governance expert Wesley Miyanda has called on the government to translate electoral campaign promises into measurable results to maintain public trust and confidence in the administration. Mr Miyanda says citizens are now waiting to see the implementation of promises made during the election campaigns, particularly those relating to infrastructure, health, education, skills training and job creation. He says the government should clearly distinguish between short-term and long-term commitments and provide realistic timelines for their implementation. Mr Miyanda has cited the […]

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Zambians disheartened by death of Kafwaya

Social Media is awash with flamed posts and comments of disheartened Zambians following the confirmation of the death of former Lunte Member of Parliament Mutotwe Kafwaya at the hands of the Police. Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba said in a statement late evening that the Central Joint Operations Committee (CJOC) “was welcomed with gunfire” at “a residence in Kabulonga” when conducting an operation following “intelligence Concerning activities by individuals of national interest suspected to pose a threat to National […]

todayAugust 20, 2026 6

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FIRE guts about 20 makeshift structures at kamwala trading area

About 20 makeshift trading structures have been gutted by fire at Kamwala Trading Area in Lusaka. The fire broke out on Tuesday evening, August 18, 2026, around 20:40 hours, behind Downtown Shopping Mall along the railway line. Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi says Kabwata Police Station received a report of the fire and promptly dispatched officers to the scene. Mr. Chilabi says upon arrival, police found several makeshift trading structures already engulfed by the fire. The Lusaka […]

todayAugust 19, 2026 41

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NRPUP accepts results, vows to check government

The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Progress (NRPUP) has accepted the election results announced by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), congratulating President Hakainde Hichilema and the United Party for National Development (UPND) on their victory. NRPUP president Ezra Tembo told journalists at the media briefing the party had decided to accept the outcome and focus on the responsibilities that come with its emergence as a major opposition force in the country. Mr. Tembo said the NRPUP also congratulated […]

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Immigration Officer Detained As Department Probes Irregular Exit Attempt

The Department of Immigration has confirmed an incident involving Senior Immigration Officer Masheke Masheke and Jonas Zimba at the Victoria Falls Border Control in Livingstone in the early hours of Monday, 17th August 2026. According to Department of Immigration Chief Public Relations Officer Namati Nshinka, preliminary investigations indicate that Mr. Masheke, who is stationed at Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport, allegedly attempted to irregularly facilitate Mr. Zimba’s exit from Zambia. Mr. Nshinka said the attempt was detected by alert Immigration […]

todayAugust 17, 2026 6

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