Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84, with the news confirmed by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Olusoji announced his father’s passing in a statement shared on Instagram, describing the late actor as a beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle, while paying tribute […]
THE Zambia Revenue Authority has strengthened controls on issuing Tax Clearance Certificates in a bid to curb tax evasion and illicit financial flows. ZRA Manager-Corporate Communications Oliver Nzala said in a statement that some businesses register with PACRA and obtain a TPIN but do not register for applicable tax types, yet continue to operate commercially.
🇿🇲 INSIGHT | Reconciliation between whom? Catholic Church enters political argument without common truth A new Catholic voice has entered Zambia’s post-election argument. Bishop George Cosmas Zumaire Lungu of Chipata wants an “informal, private and non-media meeting” with President Hakainde Hichilema and Government representatives over justice, political tolerance and the accessibility of institutions of justice. […]
REBUTTAL BY SYLVIA MASEBO I wish to categorically refute a story circulating on some media platforms alleging that I described the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) as “the most corrupt institution” in the country and that I questioned the credibility of the 2026 General Elections. At no time did I make such remarks, either publicly […]
POLITICAL ANALYSTS REJECT HAMUDUDU’S TWO-PARTY SYSTEM PROPOSAL By Elesani Phiri Veteran politician and political analyst Akashambatwa Lewanika says the dominance of two political parties in Zambia’s successive elections is not a justification for abandoning the multi-party political system. This follows remarks by UPND Alliance member Highvie Hamududu, who has called for Zambia to move away […]
Can Lilian Mutambo be deported to Zambia to face legal charges? ==============Authored By; *Mupishi Jones* As it stands now the Immigration Agency have declared void the passport of Lilian Mutambo . If a Zambian passport is declared void while the holder is abroad, deportation to Zambia is possible, but it doesn’t happen automatically.Here is how […]
UPP THANKS HH FOR PROPORTIONAL REPRESENTATION NOMINATION ALLOCATION By Oliver Chisenga United Progressive People (UPP) President Saviour Chishimba has thanked President Hakainde Hichilema for allocating the party an opportunity to submit names for consideration for nomination under the proportional representation system in local government. Dr Chishimba said the party does not take the confidence placed […]
Mbala Municipal Council has outlined the scope of works for the Munyazi-Ntenda road. The road project is expected to improve connectivity and facilitate the movement of goods and services in the area. The project is being funded through the 2025 Constituency Development Fund (CDF) fuel allocation, with K1,075,000 earmarked for works covering a 25-kilometre stretch […]
Zambian musician and humanitarian B Flow has publicly celebrated fellow musician Mampi for what he describes as her consistent acts of kindness, generosity and support for people within and outside the entertainment industry. In an appreciation post shared on social media, B Flow thanked Mampi for making a financial contribution towards the ongoing fundraiser supporting […]
By Musekiwa Ntembe The fields have fallen quiet, awaiting the next farming season. After months of tilling the land, planting seed, tending crops and patiently waiting for the rains, the people of Bunda Bunda Chiefdom in Rufunsa District have returned to their villages with a reason to celebrate. For the Soli people, the return from […]
