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Latest Zambia news and breaking headlines covering national affairs, local developments, business, public services, and major stories.

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Latest Zambia news and breaking headlines covering national affairs, local developments, business, public services, and major stories.

Medvedev: Russia’s Territorial Ambitions ‘Far From Over’ News

Medvedev: Russia’s Territorial Ambitions ‘Far From Over’

  • Breaking News Zambia

Medvedev: Russia’s Territorial Ambitions ‘Far From Over’ Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has vowed that Russia will continue pursuing territories it considers historically Russian, while praising the country’s military advances. Medvedev said the conflict remains unfinished and suggested that Moscow’s territorial ambitions extend beyond its current gains. « “The story is far from over.”» His […]

Official Launch of Build Zambia Conference & Expo 2026 News

Official Launch of Build Zambia Conference & Expo 2026

  • Breaking News Zambia

#WATCH #LIVE #the newsroom, we are LIVE at the Official Press Briefing & Launch of the Build Zambia Conference and Expo 2026. The event brings together key stakeholders ahead of the Build Zambia Conference and Expo 2026, highlighting opportunities, innovation and growth within Zambia’s construction and built-environment sectors. To register, visit: https://buildzambia.ncc.org.zm/home Let us know where

HH to Be Sworn In as Zambia President on September 1, 2026 News

HH to Be Sworn In as Zambia President on September 1, 2026

  • Breaking News Zambia

President-elect Hakainde Hichilema is set to be sworn in as President of Zambia on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, following the expiry of the constitutional period for filing a petition challenging the presidential election results. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has confirmed that the presidential inauguration of Hakainde Hichilema will proceed after the seven-day period […]

Kelvin Chisanga Calls for Stronger Government Monitoring of Local Content in Zambia’s Mining Sector News

Kelvin Chisanga Calls for Stronger Government Monitoring of Local Content in Zambia’s Mining Sector

  • Breaking News Zambia

Zambian economist Kelvin Chisanga has called on Government to strengthen its monitoring of local content policies in the mining sector, warning that mining expansion must translate into genuine opportunities for Zambian businesses rather than concentrating major contracts among a small number of established companies. In an analysis titled “Government Should Strongly Monitor Closely on Local […]

DaNNY Kaya Celebrates Daughter Niza on Her 21st Birthday News

DaNNY Kaya Celebrates Daughter Niza on Her 21st Birthday

  • Breaking News Zambia

Legendary Zambian musician DaNNY Kaya has celebrated his daughter Niza as she turned 21, reflecting on the journey of fatherhood and thanking God for the blessing of her life. DaNNY Kaya shared the heartfelt birthday message on his social media, revealing that 21 years ago, God blessed him and his wife with a baby girl […]

What It Means When a Newborn Baby Doesn’t Cry After Birth News

What It Means When a Newborn Baby Doesn’t Cry After Birth

  • Breaking News Zambia

A newborn’s first cry is often one of the most anticipated moments after delivery, but not crying immediately does not always mean something is wrong. Some babies begin breathing quietly or need a little time and assistance to adjust to life outside the womb. Immediately after birth, medical staff assess the baby’s breathing, heart rate, […]

Youth Civil Society Groups raise concern over court closure. News

Youth Civil Society Groups raise concern over court closure.

  • Breaking News Zambia

A coalition of youth-led civil society organizations have raised concerns over the temporary closure of Zambia’s superior courts during ongoing security operations, warning that the move could undermine access to justice following the 2026 General Election. In a joint statement, Fight Inequality Alliance Zambia National Coordinator, Mr. Mputa Ngalande said the nationwide suspension of court […]

Mumba Yachi sounds the alarm over the fading beat of Tradition. News

Mumba Yachi sounds the alarm over the fading beat of Tradition.

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Zambian musician Mumba Yachi has called for greater efforts to preserve traditional music saying the country’s cultural sounds are an important part of its identity and uniqueness. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka star Yachi says traditional music should remain visible in the modern entertainment industry through the use of local languages, traditional instruments and […]