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ZCLU condemns arrest of ZNBC Journalist Macpherson Mukuka

The Zambia Civil Liberties Union, ZCLU, has condemned the arrest and detention of Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation journalist Macpherson Mukuka, calling for his immediate and unconditional release and the withdrawal of all charges against him. Mr. Mukuka has been charged under Section 10 of the Cyber Crimes Act for allegedly recording a private meeting involving several individuals. Acting Executive Director Derrick Chekwe says journalism is not a crime and that investigative reporting is essential in exposing wrongdoing and promoting accountability. […]

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ZMP Candidate Calls for Upgrading of Barlaston Road

Zambia Must Prosper (ZMP) Lima Constituency parliamentary candidate Moffat Sinyangwe has called on the Road Development Agency (RDA) and other relevant stakeholders to prioritise the upgrading of Barlaston Road to bituminous standard. Mr. Sinyangwe said residents deserve quality infrastructure that improves mobility, enhances public health, stimulates investment, and reflects responsible stewardship of public resources. He said Lima Constituency, which was recently created, has enormous potential and requires sustainable infrastructure investment to unlock economic opportunities and improve the quality of life […]

todayJuly 17, 2026 25 2

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ECZ Says Campaigns Will Continue During National Mourning

The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has announced that electoral campaign activities will continue as scheduled following President Hakainde Hichilema’s declaration of a five-day national mourning period in honour of the late former Vice President, Dr. Guy Scott. In a statement, Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro said the Commission had received public enquiries on whether campaign activities should be suspended during the period of national mourning. Mr. Kasaro clarified that campaign activities do not fall under activities of an entertainment […]

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Lusaka City Council Accelerates Installation of Solar-Powered Streetlights to Boost Safety and 24-Hour Economy

THE LUSAKA CITY COUNCIL has stepped up the installation of advanced solar-powered streetlights across the city to improve street lighting, enhance road safety and support the growth of a 24-hour economy. Lusaka City Council Public Relations Manager Chola Mwamba said the project, being implemented through the Department of Engineering and Infrastructure Development, involves the installation of modern all-in-one solar streetlights while replacing older units that became non-functional due to vandalism and battery theft. Ms. Mwamba said the new lighting system […]

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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 […]

todayJuly 17, 2026 10

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 7 2

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