Latest Zambia news and breaking headlines covering national affairs, local developments, business, public services, and major stories.
Latest Zambia news and breaking headlines covering national affairs, local developments, business, public services, and major stories.
Mobile money has become one of the most important financial services in Zambia, allowing people to send and receive money, withdraw cash, pay bills and access other services without necessarily visiting a bank. But while customers focus on the money they are sending or withdrawing, another question is often overlooked: How do mobile money agents […]
BRIAN MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI ZULU APPEAR IN SOLWEZI COURT FOR SEDITION By Gloria Chabala and Nelson Zulu The Solwezi Magistrates’ Court has adjourned to 5th and 6th October, 2026, the matter in which losing opposition National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity-NRPUP-presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu are each facing one […]
HH EXPLAINS UNGA ABSENCE By Victoria Kayeye Yambani President Hakainde Hichilema says he has stayed away from the United Nations General Assembly for the third consecutive year, citing the need to cut the size of official delegations, shorten their stay and ensure prudent use of public resources. But beyond his decision to remain in Zambia, […]
23 September 2026 The Permanent Secretary CRIARMr Dickson MatemboMinistry of Home Affairs and Internal SecurityLUSAKA RE: FAILURE TO RESPOND TO MY LETTER REGARDING MY REQUEST TO VISIT FRIENDS AT MWEBESHI AND OTHER CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES I write to follow up on my letter dated 10th September 2026, concerning my request to visit Mwembeshi Correctional Security Facility, […]
UPDATE: Kasama Mayor Elect Peter Yuda has formally been arrested and charged with one count of criminal trespass. Mr. Yuda’s legal representative has stated that the formal arrest was effected today at precisely 15:54 hours. The Mayor elect was picked by police earlier this afternoon at Wamulungwe Lodge and was taken to Kasama Central Police. […]
IF IT’S NOT US, TULEFILILA MU NSENGA MENTALITY: PRESIDENT HH IS RIGHT There is a dangerous mentality in our country which President Hakainde Hichilema spoke about during the swearing in of the Deputy Auditor General (Audit), “If it is not us…” In Bemba, I would describe it as tulefilila mu nsenga, literally, “we shall eat […]
Argentine President Javier Milei has launched a sharp attack on the United Nations, describing it as a “useless organisation” and accusing it of failing to fulfil its founding responsibilities. Milei made the remarks during his address to the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, September 23. In his […]
France Announces Military Deployment to Protect Saudi Oil Facilities at Yanbu France is preparing to deploy military personnel, radar systems and air-defense capabilities to Saudi Arabia to help protect the country’s critical oil-export infrastructure at Yanbu, amid escalating attacks involving Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis. French President Emmanuel Macron announced the move during an interview with France […]
Bitget Crypto Exchange Suffers $351.6 Million Breach, North Korea Suspected Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has disclosed a significant security breach, resulting in the loss of approximately $351.6 million from its hot and warm wallet infrastructure. The incident, detected on Thursday, September 24, at 18:31 UTC, prompted the immediate activation of emergency response protocols by the exchange […]
Pete Edochie’s Emotional Tribute: Praises Olu Jacobs’ Spirit, Hopes for Enduring Legacy Through Acting Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has delivered a profoundly moving tribute to his departed colleague and friend, Olu Jacobs, reflecting on their close bond and the immense loss felt across the industry. The heartfelt message, shared in a video, also celebrated […]
