Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered an exciting phase as the knockout rounds continue, with national teams battling for coveted places in the Round of 16. After an action-packed group stage filled with surprises, dramatic finishes, and standout performances, the race to become world champions has intensified. Every match is now a winner-takes-all encounter, […]
125 ViewsBy Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU). Twice I was there when South Africa was the centre of the universe. The last decade of the 20th century heralded the arrival of a nation poised to lead through moral example, as we pledged never again to repeat our tainted history. […]
134 ViewsAs the country girds for the much anticipated 13 August electoral battle, a number of party sponsored candidates are being given a good run for their money by independent aspirants. Even the old horses such as Jack Mwiimbu, Cornelius Mweetwa are sweating with independent candidates breathing behind their necks. At some point United Party […]
44 Views Heavy police deployment in full riot gear has sealed off Mpika Boys Grounds in Mpika, Muchinga Province, hours before a planned political rally by National Rally for Peace and Progress (NRPUP) President Brian Mundubile and party lawyer Makebi Zulu. Supporters arriving at the venue were reportedly turned away as officers blocked all entry […]
62 Views The printing of ballot papers for Zambia’s 13 August 2026 General Election has started in Dubai, with presidential ballots scheduled to roll off the presses tomorrow. A team of stakeholders is on the ground to oversee the process. The delegation is led by Electoral Commission of Zambia Vice-Chairperson Maj Gen Vincent Mukanda (Rtd). […]
41 Views By David Sichone If there has ever been a well-funded presidential campaign in Zambia, it was that of the late President Rupiah Banda in 2011. The MMD had invested heavily in vehicles, printed mountains of party regalia, and the economy was performing better than it is today. Money was visibly circulating. On paper, […]
The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) and the Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM) have reminded broadcasting stations across Zambia to ensure that all advertisements aired on their platforms comply with established advertising standards, ethical requirements, and broadcasting regulations. In a joint statement issued on Monday, June 29, 2026, the two institutions emphasized that advertising plays a […]
Comedian AARON DOMINIC says he used to eat K20 “Kandolo” from Monday to Sunday while at university because his mother used to send only K200 for monthly upkeep, as he narrated his struggles while pursuing his studies. “Things became worse, worse to the extent that ukumfwako limbi nalapenena. I went through things I wouldn’t wish …
KATELE KALUMBA’S WIFE WRITES👇 Why Zambia’s Money sitting in Banks outside Zambia Doesn’t Help Us Here A story your grandma in the village can follow Imagine your grandma keeps K500 under her mattress. She saved it carefully. You are proud of her. But here is what you don’t know. She borrowed K200 from Mama Chanda […]
A key river in Zambia’s North-Western Province […]
