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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 […]

todayAugust 25, 2026 4

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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 15

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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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MISA ZAMBIA RAISES CONCERN OVER MEDIA HARASSMENT, VOTER SECRECY AND ELECTORAL VIOLENCE

MISA Zambia has raised concern over reported cases of voter secrecy violations, harassment of journalists, political interference and violence recorded during the 2026 general election. Speaking during an update on the electoral process, the National Director of MISA Zambia Mr Austin Kayanda said the organisation had received reports of voters being observed while marking their ballots, raising concerns over the secrecy of the vote. Mr Kayanda also cited a reported incident in which five voter cards were allegedly confiscated from […]

todayAugust 14, 2026 7

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US review of childhood vaccination recommendations impacts vaccine confidence – MQHZ

Medical for Quality Healthcare in Zambia (MQHZ) has taken note of the recent decision by the United States administration to review childhood vaccination recommendations, including proposals to reduce the number of routinely recommended vaccines and separate the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. In an interview with 5FM News, MQHZ Executive Director Dr. Quince Mwabu believes that while this is a policy matter for the United States, the debate has wider implications for vaccine confidence and public understanding of immunisation, […]

todayAugust 14, 2026 10

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VOTERS URGED TO SAFEGUARD VOTING DOCUMENTS AS ZNWL DEPLOYS 270 ELECTION MONITORS

Political historian at the University of Zambia, Professor Bizeck Phiri, noted that voter education was critical in encouraging citizens to safeguard essential election documents such as the National Registration Card (NRC) and voters' card ahead of Thursday's general election. Professor Phiri said the NRC remained the primary document that identified a person as a citizen of Zambia and should be carefully protected at all times. Speaking on an interview with 5FM he explained that upon reaching the age of 18, […]

todayAugust 12, 2026 4

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ECONOMIC PRESSURES, JOB CREATION TO TEST ZAMBIA AFTER ELECTIONS – ECONOMIST

Economist Zondwayo Duma says Zambia’s focus after the August 13 general elections is likely to shift towards addressing economic challenges, particularly unemployment among young people. In an interview with 5FM Mr Duma said job creation would remain a major concern as the economy may struggle to provide sufficient employment opportunities for the growing number of young people entering the labour market. He said although the mining sector remained a key driver of the economy, its capacity to absorb the country’s […]

todayAugust 12, 2026 4

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TWO PEOPLE DIE IN RUNAWAY WAGON INCIDENT FOLLOWING TRAIN PARTING IN KAFUE

TWO PEOPLE DIE IN RUNAWAY WAGON INCIDENT FOLLOWING TRAIN PARTING IN KAFUE Zambia Police Service and Zambia Railways Limited regret to confirm a fatal railway incident involving a runaway wagon that resulted in the deaths of two (2) people in Kafue area. Preliminary reports indicate that Goods Train No. 526 , hauled by Locomotive No. 2601 with 20 wagons of coal, experienced an accidental wagon parting at approximately 09:30 hours on 20th June 2026, while moving along the Chipongwe and […]

todayJune 20, 2026 5

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