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Works on Kaliuta crossing (2) along the Great East road

The Road Development Agency, RDA, has recorded about 55 percent physical progress on the construction of drainage structures at Kaliuta Crossing Two along the Great East Road in Nyimba District. The crossing is located between the Kacholola and Mvuwa areas. The project, which commenced on July 5th, 2026, is expected to be completed by September 5th, 2026. The works involve replacing the existing metal pipe culvert with reinforced concrete box culverts to improve drainage and protect the road infrastructure. As […]

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Human Rights Commission Demands Urgent Court Action As Police Assess Security At Key Government Premises

The Human Rights Commission says it is deeply concerned about the countrywide closure of court premises on August 24, 2026, warning that it threatens access to justice and fundamental rights. Commission Chairperson Dr. Pamela Towela Sambo said the Judiciary, as the guardian of human rights and the rule of law, must immediately announce measures to facilitate urgent and time-bound cases. She noted that in this post-election period, litigants are seeking urgent remedies for electoral disputes and some matters are subject […]

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79 Arrested In Lusaka Over Suspected Cybercrime Network, Possible Human Trafficking Probed

Seventy-nine people have been apprehended in Lusaka during a joint security operation targeting a suspected cybercrime network. The Zambia Police Service, DEC, Department of Immigration, Zambia Cyber Security Agency and other security institutions said the operation was conducted on August 23, 2026 at Evana Estates in New Kasama, following a tip-off from the public. Those arrested comprise 35 Ugandans, 11 Chinese, 10 Zambians, 8 Kenyans, 6 Ghanaians, 5 Liberians, 2 Burundians, 1 Chadian and 1 Zimbabwean. Police said items seized […]

todayAugust 25, 2026 58

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Tiz Demands Immediate Reopening Of Courts

Transparency International Zambia (TIZ) has observed with concern the closure of the country's courts on the final day for filing presidential election petitions. Executive Director Maurice Nyambe stated that the unsigned memorandum directing staff not to report for work on grounds of "security concerns" is troubling given the post-election period. Mr. Nyambe added that the decision blocks an aggrieved presidential candidate from exercising his constitutional right to challenge the election results. He observed that the timing of the administrative directive […]

todayAugust 24, 2026 8

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The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for the urgent restoration of access to the courts

The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has called for the urgent restoration of access to the courts, warning that the ongoing closure could interfere with access to justice and prejudice people seeking to exercise constitutional and statutory rights. In a statement dated August 24, 2026, LAZ President Arnold Kaluba expressed concern over the closure of courts and the presence of heavily armed military personnel around court premises in Lusaka, including reports that some premises had been sealed off with tape […]

todayAugust 24, 2026 7

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Chief Sokontwe Confirms Mukandila Is Zambian

Chief Sokontwe of the Ushi-speaking people in Milenge District, Luapula Province, has dismissed allegations that opposition politician Celestine Mukandila is not Zambian. The Traditional Leader stated that Mr. Mukandila was born in his chiefdom on 20th February 1990. Chief Sokontwe said Mr. Mukandila only travelled to Congo because of his parents' work, and that his mother belongs to the abena mfula, the rain clan, from Chief Mununga in Nchelenge District. He added that Mr. Mukandila and his family later returned […]

todayAugust 24, 2026 7

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UPND Calls On Commonwealth And EU Not To Issue Statements That Could Be Seen As Endorsing Insurgency Or Terrorism

The United Party for National Development (UPND) has taken note of the statement issued by Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Hon. Shirley Botchwey, concerning the post-election situation in Zambia. UPND Media Director Mark Simuuwe said while the party respects the Commonwealth and the European Union’s commitment to democracy, human rights and the rule of law, we urge these institutions to apply consistent standards in addressing security threats, including insurgency, terrorism and the militarization of political organizations. The same measures applied to such […]

todayAugust 23, 2026 7

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Senior Chief Muchinda Calls For National Unity, Reconciliation And Development After The Elections

Senior Chief Muchinda Kankomba Welala III of the Lala-Swaka people has called on Zambians to embrace unity, reconciliation and renewed commitment to national development following the conclusion of the elections. The Traditional Leader congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on receiving a renewed national mandate and extended his congratulations to all Members of Parliament, councillors and other elected representatives, regardless of political affiliation. Senior Chief Muchinda said elections should be followed by a collective commitment to serve the people and advance development. […]

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CPTL Recommends Reformatory For Bullying Offenders

The Centre for Peacebuilding and Transformative Leadership (CPTL) has strongly condemned the act of bullying captured in the viral video from David Kaunda National Technical Secondary School, describing it as a grave violation of child rights. In a media statement today, CPTL Executive Director Mayani Musumali said the organisation views the assault with utmost seriousness and calls for immediate action against all forms of violence in schools. Ms. Musumali noted that bullying is unacceptable because it inflicts deep emotional and […]

todayAugust 23, 2026 7

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