Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
NRPUP MP Charged With Seditious Practices. Newly elected Mwenzo Member of Parliament under NRPUP and former Nakonde MP Luka Simumba has been charged with seditious practices. Mr Simumba was arrested and detained on August 16, 2026, two days after his election victory in the Mwenzo Constituency. He was arrested together with 2 other people from Nakonde, among them his driver.
CHESTER MORE POWER, FELIX NDANGENI INSHILA AND IDC LIGHT COMEDY GRANTED BAIL IN MONGU Mabanga News DiggersSunday | August 31, 2026 | Musicians Chester More Power and Felix Ndangeni Inshila and comedian IDC Light Comedy have been released on bail as they await court appearance. The three were charged with riotous behaviour and possession of […]
🇿🇲 BRIEFING | Mundubile, Makebi, 16 others transferred to Mukobeko Maximum Prison National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, his 2026 running mate Makebi Zulu and 16 other accused persons have been transferred to Mukobeko Maximum Security Prison in Kabwe as the treason case against them progresses. Lawyer Milner Katolo said […]
CHIINDA EXPLAINS WHY HE WON’T PETITION MUNALI RESULTS, ALLEGES VIO•LENCE AND IRREGULARITIES MUNALI parliamentary candidate Chrispin Chiinda says he has decided not to petition the August 13, 2026 election results despite alleging voter intimidation, vio•lence and irregularities in the handling of Gen 20 forms. In a statement, Chiinda said his decision not to challenge the […]
HICHILEMA HAS GAINED SUPPORT ACROSS ALL TEN PROVINCES DAYS VERNON MWANGA. Veteran politician Dr. Vernon Mwaanga says the 2026 General Election results have revealed a significant shift in Zambia’s political landscape, with President Hakainde Hichilema recording increased support across all ten provinces. Dr. Mwaanga says the results demonstrate that many Zambians appreciate what he describes […]
MUNDUBILE, MAKEBI LOOKING FORWARD TO TREASON TRIAL. Opposition leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu are looking forward to appearing in court to answer charges of treason. Mundubile’s lawyer, Milner Katolo, says his client is ready to face the allegations and have the matter determined through the judicial process. Katolo says Mundubile maintains […]
I AM NOT SEEKING A JOB FROM HH, JUST SITTING AT HIS MEETINGS IS PUBLIC SERVICE – Chishimba “…..I supported him to protect the progress Zambia has made during the past five years…” Monday, 31st August, 2026 “The act of public service must not be reduced to the pursuit of self service.” “I supported president […]
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: DANNY PULE LOSES DAUGHTER GLORIA MWAPE MUSONDA MABANGA NEWS DIGGERSSunday | August 31, 2026 | It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gloria Mwape Musonda, beloved daughter of Daniel and Tamara Pule. Gloria was a passionate broadcaster, content creator and gospel enthusiast whose work touched many lives. During her […]
“Desist From Protests”: Vote Zambia Warns Against Disrupting Hichilema’s 1st September Inauguration LUSAKA Civic organization Vote Zambia has called on individuals from alleged opposition political parties who are reportedly trying to incite cadres to protest President Hakainde Hichilema’s inauguration on 1st September 2026 to desist and refrain from such activities. Speaking during a press briefing […]
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has maintained Zambia’s pump prices for petrol, diesel, kerosene and Jet A-1 for September 2026, despite upward pressure on international oil prices and the exchange rate. According to a press release issued by James Banda, Board Chairperson of the Energy Regulation Board, by order of the Board, the regulator reviewed […]
