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Police Warn Against Unlawful Protests Ahead of Inauguration

The Zambia Police Service has revealed that it received credible intelligence indicating that certain groups and individuals are planning to incite members of the public to participate in unlawful processions and protests at various locations across the country, including during the inauguration ceremony scheduled for Tuesday 1st September 2026. In a statement, inspector general of police Graphel Musamba said further, the Service is aware of ongoing efforts to mobilize and incite members of the public to protest against the detention […]

todayAugust 28, 2026 6

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ZP Refutes Claims Of Patrick Mwansa’s Death In Police Custody

The Zambia Police Service has noted with concern claims circulating on various social media platforms alleging that a detained suspect, identified as Patrick Mwansa, has died while in police custody. According to Police Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha the claims are false and misleading. Ms. Kaitisha said Mr. Mwansa is alive and in good health. His family has also been visiting him, with access being granted in accordance with established procedures. She added that the Zambia Police Service […]

todayAugust 21, 2026 4

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Police assure Zambians of security ahead of general elections

The Zambia Police Service says it is fully prepared to provide security before, during and after the 2026 General Elections. Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba says additional police officers have been deployed across the country, including at polling stations and results centres, to strengthen security and ensure that citizens vote freely and peacefully. Mr. Musamba says mobile patrols, crime detection operations and rapid response teams have also been enhanced in all provinces. He says the campaign period has generally […]

todayAugust 11, 2026 5

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The Media Liaison Committee (MLC) notes with deep concern the detention of journalist MacPherson Mukuka

The Media Liaison Committee (MLC) is a media industry body committed to upholding professionalism, media independence, and the constitutional right to freedom of expression in Zambia. We are alarmed that a journalist can be detained for work done in the public interest. Such actions undermine Zambia’s democratic principles and create a chilling effect on investigative reporting. In a statement, MLC Chairperson Henry Kabwe called on the relevant authorities to immediately and unconditionally release MacPherson Mukuka. Detaining journalists for their reporting […]

todayJuly 20, 2026 38

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Police Investigate Viral Social Media Video Involving Individuals Displaying Offensive Weapons

The Zambia Police Service has noted with concern a video circulating on social media showing four masked individuals brandishing offensive weapons, namely machetes (commonly known as pangas), while making statements that promote violence. In a statement, Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi said the service has instituted investigations to identify and bring the individuals involved to justice. Our digital forensic officers and detectives are conducting a detailed analysis of the footage to establish the identities of the individuals. […]

todayJuly 19, 2026 4

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