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Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.

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Latest Zambia stories from the newsroom and community.

Douglas Syakalima’s Wife Advises Him Not to Re-Contest as Chirundu MP in 2026 Elections Local News

Douglas Syakalima’s Wife Advises Him Not to Re-Contest as Chirundu MP in 2026 Elections

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Immediate former Minister of Education Douglas Syakalima has announced that he will not re-contest the Chirundu Constituency parliamentary seat in the upcoming 2026 general elections, following advice from his wife and family members. Syakalima revealed that his family encouraged him to step aside and leave politics while he is still being appreciated by the public. […]

stronger enforcement of laws Top Stories

stronger enforcement of laws

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By SENIYA BANDA THE Zambia Association of Employment for Persons with Disabilities has called for stronger enforcement of laws requiring organisations to employ persons with intellectual disabilities. Association Executive Director Patience Nyambe says despite the country having laws to protect persons with disabilities, many people with intellectual disabilities are still rejected by employers […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Govt signs $9.1bn PPP projects since 2022 Local News

Govt signs $9.1bn PPP projects since 2022

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By BUUMBA CHIMBULU GOVERNMENT has signed 19 Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects worth about US$9.1 billion since 2022, with authorities projecting thousands of jobs, increased tax revenue and expanded infrastructure development across the country. Speaking on progress made in the implementation of PPP projects from August 2021 to date in Lusaka yesterday, Finance and National […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Former education minister Syakalima will not seek re-election Local News

Former education minister Syakalima will not seek re-election

  • Breaking News Zambia

FORMER Education Minister Douglas Syakalima said Friday he will not re-contest the Chirundu parliamentary seat in the Aug. 13 general elections, following advice from his wife and family. Speaking at a media briefing in Lusaka, Syakalima said he will instead focus on campaigning nationwide for President Hakainde Hichilema. “I agreed to do what family asked […]

Macky 2 Meets Chingola Musicians, Pledges to Empower Artists as He Eyes Nchanga Parliamentary Seat Trending Stories

Macky 2 Meets Chingola Musicians, Pledges to Empower Artists as He Eyes Nchanga Parliamentary Seat

  • Breaking News Zambia

Zambian music icon Macky 2, real name Mulaza Kaira, has once again sparked conversations across the country after sharing a powerful message following his meeting with musicians in Chingola, Copperbelt Province. The award-winning artiste, who is now an aspiring Member of Parliament for Nchanga Constituency, revealed that he recently sat down with local musicians from […]

DEMOCRATIC UNION MOURNS ARCHBISHOP EMERITUS TELESPHORE MPUNDU Local News

DEMOCRATIC UNION MOURNS ARCHBISHOP EMERITUS TELESPHORE MPUNDU

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By Francis Chipalo The Democratic Union has joined the Catholic Church and the nation in mourning Archbishop Emeritus Telesphore George Mpundu, describing him as a “voice of conscience” for Zambia. Party President Ackim Antony Njobvu extended sympathies to Archbishop of Lusaka Most Rev. Dr. Alick Banda, the clergy, religious, and faithful of the Archdiocese of […]

ZAMBIA HIGHLIGHTS FOOTBALL’S ROLE IN UNITY AHEAD OF 2026 WORLD CUP Sports

ZAMBIA HIGHLIGHTS FOOTBALL’S ROLE IN UNITY AHEAD OF 2026 WORLD CUP

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By Francis Chipalo The Ministry of Information and Media has held talks with former CAF president Ahmad and former FAZ president Andrew Kamanga on the role of football in promoting unity, diplomacy, and development. Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana said the meeting, focused on the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup and its potential as a tool […]