Stories gaining reader attention across Zambia, including viral debates, entertainment, music, sports, and local updates.
Stories gaining reader attention across Zambia, including viral debates, entertainment, music, sports, and local updates.
A Lusaka-based DJ and event host has noted that despite the fast-paced nature of the industry, maintaining balance is essential. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka Star, Silvester Mutanti, popularly known as DJ Sly Zambia, opened up about the pressure, discipline, and balance required to survive and grow in the competitive DJ scene. “In many […]
The Government of Zambia has stepped up promotion of livestock insurance as a key tool to protect farmers from climate‑related losses and drive modern sustainable farming. Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock Permanent Secretary Dr. Max Choombe said the scheme is designed to help farmers safeguard animals and investments against rising climate threats. “Climate change does […]
By Witu Sindano Zambia is set to roll out the second phase of its polio vaccination campaign on June 2, 2026, as authorities push for wider coverage to protect children and strengthen public health security. Director General for Quality Healthcare, Dr. Quince Mwabu, said the first phase in April reached an estimated 3.7 million children […]
President Hakainde Hichilema has honored and awarded several distinguished Zambians in recognition of their exceptional contributions and dedicated service to the country. The honors were presented during an investiture ceremony held at State House today as part of activities to commemorate Africa Freedom Day that is observed annually on May 25th. President Hichilema honored 15 […]
.BY CHIKUMBI KATEBE A SECURITY guard has admitted to stealing 1,200 boom buckets valued at over US$ 30,000 which he intended to sale in Kasumblesa. Christopher Mwelwa, 32, of Lusaka’s Garden House pleaded guilty to the charge of theft by servant when he admitted he took 1,200 buckets of 1.5kilograms of Boom powder without […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.
BY SENIYA BANDA THE Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) has warned that with the strengthened enforcement of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply Act No. 29 of 2025, employers who fail to adhere to the law risk facing legal action. Recently, Government strengthened the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply Act […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.
THE AUDACITY OF RETURN: WHY MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI CAN’T BE TRUSTED TO ‘DEFEND’ ZAMBIA By Chilufya Kasonde There is a well-known saying in Zambian politics: those who forget the past are doomed to relive it. As the 2026 General Election loom, two familiar faces are attempting to stage a comeback, and they are counting on […]
MILES SAMPA’S PF TIYENDE ALLIANCE BECOMES THE SHORTEST-LIVED POLITICAL ALLIANCE By: Sun Fm TV Reporter The PF TIYENDE Alliance launched by former Matero Member of Parliament Miles Sampa suffered a major setback after the Development Freedom Party (DFP) officially withdrew from the coalition just 12 days after its formation. The alliance, which was launched on […]
🇿🇲 EDITOR’S NOTE | Unopposed Seats, Democratic Space, & Politics of Numbers The growing number of unopposed seats in Zambia’s 2026 general election is rapidly becoming more than an electoral statistic. It is now evolving into a political argument about the health of the country’s democracy itself. Over the weekend, Fred M’membe, leader of the […]
There’s no evidence to show economy has performed under UPND, says Mundubile NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says there is no evidence that Zambia’s economy has improved under the UPND government, questioning how economic growth could have been achieved amid prolonged power shortages. Speaking on EMV last night, the NRPUP presidential candidate said the country […]
