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LANSING INSTITUTE TIPS HICHILEMA FOR RE-ELECTION, UPND MAJORITY LIKELY A United States think tank says Zambia’s ruling United Party for National Development is likely to win the 13 August general elections, putting the probability of a UPND parliamentary majority at 60 percent under the country’s new mixed electoral system. In a report published on Wednesday, […]

Imenda says UPND has delivered 90 percent of campaign promises United Party for National Development (UPND) deputy secretary-general Gertrude Imenda says President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration has delivered about 90 percent of the promises it made to Zambians ahead of taking office. Lusaka, 30 July – Ms Imenda has rejected claims by some opposition political parties […]

Mundubile pledges K1,200 social cash transfer, better roads and mining opportunities NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has pledged to increase Social Cash Transfer payments from K800 to K1,200 and expand mining opportunities for young people if elected President. Mwinilunga, 30 July – Speaking during a rally in Mwinilunga on Wednesday, Mundubile said the increase would […]

Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has called on senior public servants to uphold professionalism, accountability and integrity while accelerating the implementation of government policies. Mr Kangwa charged that public confidence in government depends not only on sound…

ZAMBIA's annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 6.5% in July 2026, the same level recorded in June, the Zambia Statistics Agency has said. Speaking during the monthly inflation briefing in Lusaka, ZAMSTAT Statistician General Sheila Mudenda said the July rate means that, on average, the prices of goods and services increased by 6.5% between July

Mundubile wants to rule like Lungu who had no vision, plunged us into historic debt By Diggers Editor A PARTY seeking to govern a nation of over 20 million people should have its own vision, its own philosophy and its own programme of government. Instead, what Zambians are witnessing under the Brian Mundubile-led NRPUP is a campaign that seems unable to stand on its own feet.

Everyone wants to look healthy and youthful for as long as possible. While ageing is a natural part of life, certain daily habits can speed up the ageing process, making you appear older than your actual age. The good news is that many of these habits are within your control. By making a few lifestyle […]

By Samuel Khwawe A 55-year-old man of Chipata College of Education has been arrested for allegedly defiling his 15-year-old niece in Chipata District. According Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba, matter was reported to Chipata Central Police Station on 27th July, 2026 by the victim’s uncle, acting on behalf of the family. It is […]

Starting a new job is exciting, but it is also the period when your employer is quietly evaluating you. While your qualifications and interview performance helped you get hired, your behaviour during the first week often shapes how your managers and colleagues perceive you. Many employees believe they have plenty of time to prove themselves. […]

Lusaka - Zambia: The first consignment of ballot papers for the August 13 General Election has arrived in the country, with the final consignment expected