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TI-Z Raises Election Transparency Concerns Ahead of Polls

Transparency International Zambia has raised concern over what it describes as increasing electoral integrity issues with just nine days remaining before the August 13 general elections. In its sixth Election Monitoring Update under the Kuteteza Masankho Project, the organization says its election monitors have observed an increasing number of campaign vehicles operating with concealed registration number plates, particularly those used during campaign activities by the ruling UPND. TI-Z executive director Maurice Nyambe says concealing vehicle registration plates undermines transparency and […]

todayAugust 4, 2026 2

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ZAFOD Calls for Inclusive Poll Staff Recruitments

The Zambia Federation of Disability Organizations has called on the Electoral Commission of Zambia to take urgent steps to ensure qualified persons with disabilities are fairly considered in the ongoing recruitment of poll staff for the 2026 General Elections. ZAFOD Elections Program Manager Annet Mwitumwa  says the organization is concerned by reports from across the country indicating that persons with disabilities have not been adequately included in the recruitment process. Ms. Mwitumwa  says the participation of persons with disabilities in […]

todayJuly 31, 2026 7

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Former Copperbelt Province Commanding Officer Yuyi Mwala along with five others arrested

Former Copperbelt Province Commanding Officer Yuyi Mwala along with five others arrested and formally charged in connection with the alleged theft of copper cathodes recovered in Mufulira District. Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi says the suspects are facing charges including theft by public servant, giving false information to a public officer and receiving property suspected to have been stolen. Mr. Chilabi says the charges follow investigations into the alleged theft of 436 copper cathodes valued at approximately […]

todayJuly 30, 2026 2

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UPND Calls for Probe into Solwezi Musicians’ Incident

The United Party for National Development (UPND) has called on the Zambia Police Service to conduct what it describes as a thorough, professional and impartial investigation into an alleged altercation involving musicians in Solwezi. UPND Media Director Mark Simuuwe says the party has noted allegations made by National Restoration and Progressive Union Party presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, who linked President Hakainde Hichilema and the ruling party to the reported incident. Mr. Simuuwe says the UPND rejects the allegations, maintaining that […]

todayJuly 30, 2026 1

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Government urges local authorities to fully implement integrated development plans

THE Government has emphasised the need for all 116 Local Authorities to rigorously implement the Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) in order to address urban challenges and accelerate sustainable development. This commitment is deeply anchored in Zambia’s Vision 2030, the Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP) and the National Decentralisation Policy, which collectively recognize that effective local governance and sound spatial planning are fundamental to National development. Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development Permanent Secretary for Administration Gabriel Pollen pointed out […]

todayJuly 30, 2026 1

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Kasama Deo Calls for Improved Women’s participation ahead of the 2026 General Elections

The District Electoral Officer for Kasama Mr. John AK Mwanza, has called on women to take up leadership roles and actively participate in the electoral process as Zambia prepares for the 2026 General Elections. Speaking during the official opening of the Women's Conference being held today at Urban Hotel in Kasama, Mr . Mwanza reaffirmed the Electoral Commission of Zambia's commitment to promoting inclusive, peaceful and credible elections. He encouraged women to continue playing a leading role in shaping the […]

todayJuly 29, 2026 5

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Zambia Targets 82 Percent Domestic Financing of 2026 National Budget

Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa says Zambia is expected to finance about 82 percent of the 2026 National Budget through domestically generated tax and non-tax revenue. Mr. Nkulukusa says this marks a significant increase from 55.2 percent recorded in 2021 and reflects Government's commitment to reducing dependence on borrowing and external financing while strengthening domestic resource mobilisation. He says the shift represents important progress towards fiscal self-reliance, giving Zambia greater control over financing its national development priorities. Mr. Nkulukusa […]

todayJuly 29, 2026 1

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Secretary to the cabinet launches public service delivery toolkit

The Secretary to the Cabinet, Mr. Patrick Kangwa has urged the Government to continue improving the way it works by shifting from reporting activities to reporting outcomes. Speaking during the launch of the Zambia Public Service Delivery Toolkit  recently, Mr. Kangwa described the toolkit as a significant milestone in the Government’s collective effort to strengthen public service delivery and accelerate the attainment of Zambia’s national development priorities.The Public Service Delivery Toolkit is Practical Guide to Delivering Results launched at the […]

todayJuly 27, 2026 1 2

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President Hichilema Pledges K200, 000 Towards 2026 Kulamba Traditional Ceremony

President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged K200, 000 towards the 2026 Kulamba Traditional Ceremony, an annual cultural event that brings together the Chewa people of Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. The pledge was announced by the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development Permanent Secretary for Technical Services, Nicholas Phiri, during a fundraising dinner held in support of the 2026 Kulamba Traditional Ceremony. Speaking at the event, Mr. Phiri said the Kulamba Traditional Ceremony plays a significant role in preserving and promoting […]

todayJuly 26, 2026 4

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