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THE Chisamba Magistrates’ Court has sentenced two fishermen to one-month imprisonment with hard labour for criminal trespass. Resident Magistrate, Susan Magalashi has however, suspended the sentence for twelve months. The convicts are 34-year-old Emmanuel Tendani and 31-year-old Andrew Sakala, both of Lupiya village in Chief Chamuka’s area. The court heard that on September 4, 2026, […]

THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 33 licence applications, three construction permits and various amendments to licences in the petroleum, renewable energy and electricity subsectors. The approvals represent a total investment commitment of K1 billion, equivalent to approximately US$50.9 million. ERB Public Relations Manager Namukolo Kasumpa said the approvals by the ERB Licensing Committee […]

ZAMBIA Railways Limited (ZRL) Managing Director Cuthbert Malindi has left the company following a mutual separation agreement with the Board of Directors. According to a statement issued by ZRL Board of Directors, the separation took effect on September 17, 2026. The Board has appointed Company Secretary Mwendabai Bulaya as Acting Managing Director. The Board further […]

Binwell Mpundu warns of turbulent economic times ahead FORMER Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu has warned Zambians to brace themselves for what he describes as difficult and turbulent economic times, urging citizens to tighten their belts and avoid reckless spending. Mpundu says Zambia could face serious economic challenges in the coming months, including difficulties […]

Opposition President Enock Roosevelt Tonga is out of detention after over a month at Kabwata Police cells. He was Detained at Mulungushi Conference Center when as an Opposition NRPUP Election observer he QUERIED Electoral Commission of Zambian ECZ over unverified results. He was assaulted by UPND Carders on camera. The Lusaka High Court ordered against […]

HON. BRUCE KANEMA WITHDRAWS ELECTION PETITION FOR SOLWEZI CENTRAL I, Hon. Bruce Kanema, Provincial Youth Chairman for Northwestern Province, wish to formally announce that I have withdrawn my election petition for Solwezi Central Constituency. I want to take this opportunity to sincerely appreciate the great people of Solwezi Central who campaigned for me and voted […]

Charles Kakula Takes Zambia’s Case To The European Union Parliament Demanding Sanctions On Mr. Hichilema & Zyeele. A Zambia in Europe, Charles Kakula, has submitted a petition to the EU Parliament demanding action against President Hakainde Hichilema and Lt. Gen Geoffrey Zyeele demanding action in the post electoral crisis. Kakula was this morning at the […]

EUROPE MUST STOP LECTURING AFRICA: ZAMBIA WILL SPEAK FOR HERSELF The European Parliament’s resolution concerning Zambia demands a firm response. Europe must stop approaching Africa as though Africa is permanently seated in a classroom waiting to be taught democracy, governance and human rights. Zambia is a sovereign African Republic. Our institutions, laws and constitutional processes […]

MINISTER of Green Economy and Environment Gilbert Siame has underscored the importance of research and development and has called for the development of a learning programme at the University of Zambia (UNZA) that can make a meaningful contribution to the Ministry, particularly in climate change policy and adaptation. Dr Siame made the remarks during an […]

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has praised the United Nations Zambia for its partnership and support to Zambia during a period of economic and social challenges. President Hichilema has highlighted the UN’s role in supporting Zambia through difficult times since 2022, including drought, disease burdens and the country’s debt restructuring process. Speaking during a farewell courtesy call […]