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ECZ Denies Claims of Secret Ballot Printing In Tanzania

The Electoral Commission of Zambia has strongly rejected claims that it secretly printed extra ballot papers in Tanzania for the 2026 General Election. ECZ Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro says the allegations circulating on The Candidates Facebook page are false and malicious. The claims allege that ballot papers will be smuggled through the Nakonde border with military assistance and distributed in Eastern, Luapula, Northern and Muchinga provinces to favor President Hakainde Hichilema. Mr. Kasaro added that ballot papers will be […]

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2026 agricultural show to run up to 22:00hrs

The Agriculture and Commercial Society of Zambia revealed that this year’s Agriculture and Commercial show would run for extended hours following the declaration of Zambia as a 24-hour economy. Society President Rene Lourens said this would only be during business days, as a start towards keeping the event open for longer hours in the future. He said “We are still adapting ourselves also to that, so, it will not mean that at 23hrs you can walk into the showgrounds I […]

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Zambia Declared Cholera Free

The Ministry of Health has officially declared the cholera outbreak in Zambia over after the country recorded more than four consecutive weeks without a single confirmed case. Speaking at Ndeke House in Lusaka, Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services, Dr. Kennedy Lishimpi, said the declaration followed guidance from the Global Task Force on Cholera Control, which recommends closing an outbreak after sustained interruption of transmission. Dr. Lishimpi said the outbreak, which began in August 2025, affected several parts […]

todayJuly 17, 2026 3

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Zambian creatives are stepping up – NAC

The National Arts Council of Zambia noted that the Creative Convergence events that were recently held in Lusaka Zambia achieved their goal of exposing Zambian artists and creatives to the international stage. Critics however feel that Zambian creatives were largely sidelined during the events which they felt gave centre stage to foreign Creatives. NAC Director Adrian Chipindi said in an interview with 5fm Radio News that a number of partnerships between Zambia and Nigeria were established from the events that […]

todayJuly 16, 2026 4

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Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of Zambia’s cosmetology industry

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of Zambia's cosmetology industry, describing the sector as a key driver of job creation, women's economic empowerment and small business development. Speaking during the official opening of the Cosmetology Expo in Lusaka, Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry Permanent Secretary Lillian Bwalya said the beauty industry plays a significant role in creating employment, with every salon and barbershop providing jobs and skills training to between three and ten people. Ms. Bwalya […]

todayJuly 15, 2026 6

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Former Vice President Guy Scott Dies

The Government of the Republic of Zambia has announced the death of former Republican Vice President and former Acting President, Dr. Guy Lindsay Scott. In a statement, Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa said Dr. Scott died on Wednesday, 15th July 2026, at the age of 82, at his Trotover Farm in Leopards Hill, Lusaka, after an illness. Dr. Scott served as Republican Vice President from 2011 to 2014 under the late Fifth Republican President, Michael Chilufya Sata. Following the […]

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Tonse Alliance Senior Member Says Zambians Can Tell Which Political Players Are Violent And Corrupt

Senior Tonse Alliance member Mumbi Phiri says Zambians are capable of judging for themselves which political players are responsible for violence and corruption in the country. Speaking on the Burning Issue programme on 5FM Radio this morning, Ms. Phiri claimed that those involved in acts of political violence are often seen wearing specific political party regalia. She further alleged that the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) is the main perpetrator of corruption in the country.

todayJuly 14, 2026 4 2

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Traffic Desk Raises Concern Over Motorcycle Safety

The Traffic Desk says road traffic accident statistics from Eastern Province reflect the current state of motorcycle safety in Zambia and underscore the need for greater compliance with road safety regulations. Recently, Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba disclosed that 138 road traffic accidents involving motorcycles were recorded in the province during the first quarter of 2026. The accidents claimed 14 lives, while 43 people sustained serious injuries and 82 suffered minor injuries. Speaking in an interview with 5FM […]

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Medical for Quality Healthcare Calls for Transparent 2026 Health Worker Recruitment

The Medical for Quality Healthcare in Zambia has called for a credible, fair and transparent recruitment process ahead of the government's 2026 health worker recruitment exercise. The appeal follows the Civil Service Commission's announcement that advertisements for the recruitment of 2,600 health workers will be published on 14 July 2026. Organization Director General Dr. Quince Mwabu says the upcoming recruitment exercise provides an opportunity to restore public confidence in the country's health workforce recruitment system by addressing concerns raised during […]

todayJuly 13, 2026 3 3

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