Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
202 Views Patriots for Economic Progress Party (PeP), led by Sean Tembo was at no point changed to a church or religious organisation as it is still a political party. Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Internal Security Permanent Secretary Dickson Matembo has clarified to the media this afternoon that the Registrar of societies can […]
203 ViewsThe ruling party, the United Party for National Development (UPND) has been accused of paying opposition party candidates to withdraw from the general election set for 13 August. Former diplomat Emmanuel Mwamba says the ruling party is paying opposition party candidates to withdraw from the forthcoming general election so that UPND so that its […]
169 Views Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Director General Webster Malido has dispelled claims on social media that the institution has banned opinion polls. Speaking when he appeared on the Diamond Breakfast on Wednesday, Malido said that the Authority has instead guided broadcasters to be transparent as they conduct the electoral surveys. He said that opinion […]
A SEXUALLY starved man of Lundazi District in Eastern Province has shocked residents of Mphamba Compound after he was caught butt naked and snoring beside a 16-year-old girl he had allegedly raped. Details of the matter as narrated to TV Yatu by Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba show that, the suspect only identified […]
Popular media personality and entertainer DJ Mzengaman has sparked conversations online after sharing a motivational message about poverty, success, and mindset. In a strongly worded Facebook post, DJ Mzengaman said many people remain poor not because life failed them, but because they fear success and have been conditioned to think small. “Many people stay poor […]
The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has strongly dismissed what it described as false and malicious allegations circulating on the Patriotic Front Facebook page regarding the alleged planned disqualification of presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu. In a press statement issued on May 27, 2026, the Commission said claims suggesting that […]
A Lusaka-based Economist has raised concerns about Zambia’s mining sector, warning that higher expenses could weaken investor confidence and slow future projects. Speaking during an interview with Lusaka Star, an Economist Kelvin Chisanga said higher fuel costs lead to increased operational costs such as machinery, transport and mineral processing. Mr. Chisanga said this may also […]
Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts Permanent Secretary, Kangwa Chileshe says the government will continue advocating for an all-inclusive sports sector to ensure that the media covers all sports equally. Mr Chileshe said this in Lusaka today during a welcoming ceremony for Cyclist James Falanga, who undertook a 34-day cycling journey from Lusaka to Cape […]
The Zambia Police Service in Northern Province has apprehended four suspects in connection with being in possession and circulation of counterfeit Zambian Kwacha notes. This follows a tip-off by a Community Crime Prevention Unit (CCPU) member who reported the matter to the police following an incident that occurred on May 25, 2026, around 19:30 […]
The 22 megawatt solar power plant at the Natural Resources Development College (NRDC), is expected to strengthen Zambia’s electricity supply and accelerate the country’s transition towards renewable energy. The solar plant, developed by Kiyona Energy Limited in partnership with NRDC, was commissioned on March 24, 2026, at a total cost of 17.5 million United States […]
