Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.
FORMER Livingstone Mayor Constance Nalishebo Muleabai said she has withdrawn from the race for the Livingstone Central parliamentary seat ahead of the Aug. 13 general elections. In a statement seen by Mwebantu, Muleabai said the decision came after reflection, prayer and counsel from family, friends and supporters. “Leadership is not only about holding office; it […]
MUNALI independent parliamentary aspirant Thomas Sipalo, also known as Difikoti has joined the ruling United Party for National Development. (UPND) Speaking to reporters at a media briefing today, Sipalo said his decision was influenced by the government’s development programs and progress being implemented across the country. He pledged full support for President Hakainde Hichilema in […]
NORA Häuptle will lead Zambia’s Copper Queens at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after the Football Association of Zambia resolved all outstanding matters with the coach, FAZ said on Sunday. This is according to a statement issued by FAZ head of media and communication Nkweto Tembwe. FAZ acting deputy general secretary Iva Lengwe said […]
Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Assault on Moscow in Over a Year Ukraine launched one of its biggest long-range drone operations of the war overnight, sending more than 500 drones deep into Russia, including over 120 aimed directly at Moscow and surrounding regions. Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed its air defenses intercepted and destroyed all 556 drones […]
Heavy U.S. Airlift Activity Detected Across Middle East as Military Flights Surge Radar and ADS-B data reportedly show around 15 heavy transport missions involving Boeing C-17 Globemaster III and Lockheed C-5M Galaxy aircraft operating in and out of the region — roughly 1.5 times higher than earlier this week. Several aircraft using callsigns beginning with […]
Former Livingstone mayor also withdraws from hot parliamentary seat. This is actually very good Bantu Bakamina,It is with deep humility and a heavy heart that I announce my decision to withdraw from the race for Member of Parliament for Livingstone Central Constituency. After careful reflection, prayer and counsel from family, friends and trusted supporters, I […]
Sylvia Masebo Secures Landslide Victory in Chongwe East Contrary to the claims circulating on social media that Sylvia Masebo lost the primaries in Chongwe East, the official numbers tell a very different story. In the constituency results, Masebo secured an overwhelming 427 votes, while her closest opponent, Mark Salimu Maimbu, managed only 34 votes. Geoffrey […]
By Francis Chipalo The BuyZed Campaign has urged government agencies to step up scrutiny of foreign traders and tax compliance, citing soaring shop rentals in Lusaka’s Central Business District that it says are pushing out local businesses. BuyZed Campaign founder Ambassador Evans Kazonga Ng’oma said rentals along Freedomway, Chachacha Road, and Cairo Road had reached […]
By Francis Chipalo Government has condemned a manipulated video circulating on social media that falsely claims President Hakainde Hichilema facilitated the arrest of Vice President W.K. Mutale Nalumango. Information and media permanent secretary Thabo Kawana has described the video as “a total fabrication and malicious propaganda” meant to sow discord and cause public alarm. “The […]
By Francis Chipalo Oriental Quarries Boxing Promotions will co-promote a major international championship bout with South Africa’s Golden Gloves Promotions on 25 July 2026 at Government Complex in Lusaka. The event will feature Zambian boxer David “Sniper” Mwale against Charlton Malajika, the promotion confirmed Sunday following meetings with World Boxing Council and African Boxing Union […]
