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NRPUP WITHDRAWS FROM TONSE ALLIANCE, CITING STRATEGIC DIRECTION The National Restoration Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) has withdrawn from the Tonse Alliance, saying the decision will allow the party to pursue its political objectives more effectively. NRPUP Secretary General Nonde Mubanga announced the immediate withdrawal on Sunday, August 23, 2026, following what he described

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Hichilema’s victory reflects confidence Zambians have in him — Malawi President

Hichilema’s victory reflects confidence Zambians have in him — Malawi President MALAWI President Peter Mutharika has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema following his declaration as President-elect by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) on August 18. Mutharika wished President Hichilema every success as he embarks on his renewed mandate. “The First Lady and I extend our

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PIETER KRIEL BLASTS THE DA AS SOUTH AFRICA’S ‘MOST RACIST POLITICAL PARTY’, QUESTIONS WHY SO MANY PROMINENT BLACK AND COLOURED LEADERS HAVE LEFT THE PARTY OVER THE YEARS

PIETER KRIEL BLASTS THE DA AS SOUTH AFRICA’S ‘MOST RACIST POLITICAL PARTY’, QUESTIONS WHY SO MANY PROMINENT BLACK AND COLOURED LEADERS HAVE LEFT THE PARTY OVER THE YEARS Political activist and social commentator Pieter Kriel has reignited debate around race and representation in South African politics after launching a sharp attack on the Democratic Alliance

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President HH is very disciplined, just like me. Brian Mundubile and his team lack discipline.- Wynter Kabimba SC

August 23, 2026 zambianstreets

Kabimba: Hichilema more disciplined than ECL and Mundubile — Wynter Economic Front leader Wynter Kabimba says the one thing he respects about President Hakainde Hichilema is his personal discipline. Speaking on Prime Television’s _Post Election Analysis_ with Paul Shingongo, Kabimba asked why people would be willing to “ruin a country” just because they don’t like

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AFTER VIEWING THEIR OWN EVIDENCE WHICH WILL IMPLICATE THEM, BECAUSE MUNDUBILE WAS FOUND WITH FORGED G20 FORMS, PROXY LINDA KASONDE ABANDONS IT!

August 23, 2026 zambianstreets

AFTER VIEWING THEIR OWN EVIDENCE WHICH WILL IMPLICATE THEM, BECAUSE MUNDUBILE WAS FOUND WITH FORGED G20 FORMS, PROXY LINDA KASONDE ABANDONS IT! ELECTION CHALLENGE COLLAPSES ….Civil Society shifts focus to legal reforms after failed vote petition By DAVID KANDUZAIN a dramatic twist following the highly contested August 2026 general elections, prominent human rights lawyer and

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JOINT PASTORAL STATEMENT OF THE THREE CHURCH MOTHER BODIES

JOINT PASTORAL STATEMENT OF THE THREE CHURCH MOTHER BODIES COUNCIL OF CHURCHES IN ZAMBIA (CCZ), EVANGELICAL FELLOWSHIP OF ZAMBIA (EFZ) AND ZAMBIA CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS (ZCCB) “LOVING OUR NEIGHBOUR – EVEN IN CYBERSPACE” A Call to Peace, Responsibility, Respect and Responsible Use of Social Media To the Church and the People of Zambia We,

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Commonwealth demands end to arbitrary arrests as it condemns Kabulonga killing

The Commonwealth has spoken out strongly about what is happening in Zambia since the election, calling on government to stop arresting people arbitrarily and to release anyone being held simply because of their political views. Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey said the organisation was deeply concerned about the security operation that took place in Kabulonga, where

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ZAMBIA AFTER THE ELECTION: WHEN POLITICAL RIVALRY BEGINS TO THREATEN NATIONAL UNITY

ZAMBIA AFTER THE ELECTION: WHEN POLITICAL RIVALRY BEGINS TO THREATEN NATIONAL UNITY ✍️. Ethan John Nchenje Truth Without Fear @TWF ZAMBIA MUST NOT BECOME ANOTHER COUNTRY’S HISTORY LESSON Zambia must confront an uncomfortable truth: an election can end at the ballot box, but political hatred does not automatically end when the results are announced. The

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CCMG PRVT Discovers More Votes Than Those Counted In 30 Constituencies

CCMG PRVT Discovers More Votes Than Those Counted In 30 Constituencies The Christian Churches Monitoring Group (CCMG), through its Process and Results Verification for Transparency (PRVT), has identified discrepancies between its independently verified figures and the official presidential results in 30 constituencies. The PRVT is designed to compare results collected by CCMG monitors at polling

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I owe the public an apology. I was too quick to congratulate HH- Greenwell

Greenwell Chikonde Mwape writes:- WITHDRAWAL OF CONGRATULATIONS I owe the public an apology. I was too quick to congratulate HH. After reflecting on what has happened in Matero, the Lusaka mayoral election, the assassination of Hon. Mufwaya, and today’s threat to deal with BM8 and destroy the party, I can no longer pretend everything is

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MWANAWASA’S LETTER FROM THE DEAD (PROPHECY)

MWANAWASA’S LETTER FROM THE DEAD (PROPHECY)My people,I tried to tell you this when I was still alive. I looked for every opportunity- my speeches were all filled with this one thing but you were deaf. You thought I was like the others when in actualfact, I really meant what I was saying. I had all

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NG’OMA WARNS AGAINST SPREADING FALSEHOODS, CALLS FOR PEACE AFTER ELECTIONS

NG’OMA WARNS AGAINST SPREADING FALSEHOODS, CALLS FOR PEACE AFTER ELECTIONS BuyZed Campaign Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Ambassador Evans Kazonga Ng’oma has warned social media users against spreading falsehoods and hate speech, saying such actions can promote violence, tribalism and unnecessary panic among citizens. Speaking during a media briefing in Lundazi today, Sunday 23rd August

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MALEMA SAYS ZIMBABWEANS ARE NOT THE REASON SOUTH AFRICANS ARE UNEMPLOYED, BLAMES GOVERNMENT FOR FAILURE TO CREATE JOBS

MALEMA SAYS ZIMBABWEANS ARE NOT THE REASON SOUTH AFRICANS ARE UNEMPLOYED, BLAMES GOVERNMENT FOR FAILURE TO CREATE JOBS EFF leader Julius Malema has argued that South Africa’s unemployment crisis is being blamed on the wrong people, saying Zimbabweans and other foreign nationals are being used as scapegoats while the real problem is the government’s failure

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Zambia’s Immigration Department Hold Key Official in Charge of Electoral Petition Against President Hakainde Hichilema

Zambia’s Immigration Department Hold Key Official in Charge of Electoral Petition Against President Hakainde Hichilema Department of Immigration Detain Mukandila The Department of Immigration has apprehended Tonse alliance Secretary General CELESTIN MUKANDILA at his residence in Mapepe, Chilanga District.Mukandila is at the centre of coordination of an election petition against President Hakainde Hichilema. Department of

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BISHOPS CONDEMN MILITIA ACTIVITY, EXTERNAL INTERFERENCE, URGE LOSING CANDIDATES TO ACCEPT RESULTS

By Mwatitha LubingaCloud FM Radio BISHOPS CONDEMN MILITIA ACTIVITY, EXTERNAL INTERFERENCE, URGE LOSING CANDIDATES TO ACCEPT RESULTS Lusaka. 20th August 2026 The Bishop’s Council of Zambia has condemned the discovery of militia networks and any form of external interference in national affairs, and has called on losing candidates in the August 13 elections to accept

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A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO FORMER PF MAFINGA MP ,MR ROBERT CHABINGA

A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO FORMER PF MAFINGA MP ,MR ROBERT CHABINGA Politics can be a great teacher, but sometimes its lessons are delivered through defeat. To the former Member of Parliament for Mafinga Constituency, Robert Chabinga, I say this: take this moment seriously—not as the end of your political journey, but as an opportunity

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LAZ CALLS FOR INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO THE DEATH OF HON. MUTOTWE KAFWAYA AND FULL RESPECT FOR THE CONSTITUTION

August 22, 2026 zambianstreets

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAZ CALLS FOR INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO THE DEATH OF HON. MUTOTWE KAFWAYA AND FULL RESPECT FOR THE CONSTITUTION. The Law Association of Zambia (“LAZ”) has noted with grave concern the circumstances surrounding the death of the late Hon. Mutotwe Kafwaya, former Member of Parliament for Lunte and former Minister of Transport and

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“Democracy in the Crosshairs: Zambia’s Dark August”

August 22, 2026 zambianstreets

“Democracy in the Crosshairs: Zambia’s Dark August” From: The Daily Nation column 21th Aug 26 AM The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has emerged from the August 13 polls not as the custodian of democracy but as its undertaker according to a broader section of international analysts. What should have been a routine exercise in

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NORTHERN PS CALLS FOR THE ARREST OF MAYOR-ELECT PETER YUDA

NORTHERN PS CALLS FOR THE ARREST OF MAYOR-ELECT PETER YUDA. Post-election tensions have flared in Kasama. Northern Province Acting Permanent Secretary Beauty Undi-Phiri is calling for the arrest of Mayor-Elect Peter Yuda. She accuses him of leading a crowd that stormed her home on Saturday, 15th August 2026, over claims she was diverting ballot papers.

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MUNDUBILE DEMOTED FROM NRPUP, HE MIGHT CLEAR HIMSELF FIRST SAYS PARTY.

MUNDUBILE DEMOTED FROM NRPUP, HE MIGHT CLEAR HIMSELF FIRST SAYS PARTY. The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Progress (NRPUP) has with immediate effect demoted Brian Mundubile from the party, throwing a dramatic new twist into the political storm surrounding the former presidential candidate. Party President Ezra Tembo says the issues surrounding Mr. Mundubile, including

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TRUMPED UP CHARGES: Anglican Bishop Mwamba Among 11 Of Brian Mundubile’s Team Slapped With Bogus Treason Charges

TRUMPED UP CHARGES: Anglican Bishop Mwamba Among 11 Of Brian Mundubile’s Team Slapped With Bogus Treason Charges Police in Lusaka yesterday charged the 11 individuals found with Hon. Brian Mundubile during a militry raid to his house on 14th August 2026. Leading candidate, Brian Mundubile had just arrived at his home located on Kudu road

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VISITING THE FUNERAL HOME: It Was Heartbreaking; What Happened Is Not A Joke But An Issue Never Imagined

VISITING THE FUNERAL HOME: It Was Heartbreaking; What Happened Is Not A Joke But An Issue Never Imagined I visited our sister (Mrs Kafwaya) and the children at the funeral house, and my heart is deeply saddened by what I saw. I wish we could all take a moment to reflect on our actions and

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“Get out of office!”
-Concourt Orders ‘over age’ acting AG-

August 21, 2026 zambianstreets

The Constitutional Court of Zambia has ordered ‘over age’ acting Auditor General Ronnie Mwambwa out of office as acting Auditor General with immediate effect. He was over 60 years old (reported as 64) when serving, which violates Article 252(1) of the Zambian Constitution regarding the mandatory retirement age for the Auditor-General The legal challenge was

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When the Petition Opens the Can of Worms

August 21, 2026 zambianstreets

When the Petition Opens the Can of Worms. By Miyanda Laiti Zumani Zimba appears to understand one thing that others may be underestimating, the pending 2026 election petition could open a can of worms far beyond the presidential contest itself. If the petition triggers detailed scrutiny of polling-station records, conduct, agents, campaign structures and incidents

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I HAVE RETIRED FROM POLITICS, I’M NOT PREPARED TO LOSE MY LIFE OVER POLITICS – Simataa

I HAVE RETIRED FROM POLITICS, I’M NOT PREPARED TO LOSE MY LIFE OVER POLITICS – Simataa Mainda Simataa, who ran as an independent for the Kabwata parliamentary seat this year, has announced his retirement from politics with immediate effect, not because he lost, he says, but because of safety. “I am not prepared to lose

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‎I apologise profusely for sounding insensitive over Kafwaya’s death – UPND sympathiser Charity Banda
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‎I apologise profusely for sounding insensitive over Kafwaya’s death – Charity‎‎UPND sympathiser Charity Banda has apologised to the late former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya’s family for having sounded insensitive and doubted his death. ‎‎In an audio that has gone viral, Banda has been heard having doubted Kafwaya’s death when NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile disclosed the

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NO DIVISION: WE REMAIN UNITED: BM8 Movement Gives Guidance Following NRPUP President Ezra’s Strange Stance

NO DIVISION: WE REMAIN UNITED: BM8 Movement Gives Guidance Following NRPUP President Ezra’s Strange Stance RE: GUIDANCE TO MEMBERS ON RECENT DEVELOPMENTS The BM8 Movement wishes to address our members and the general public on two matters of national concern. 1. On the Statement Issued by NRPUP President, Mr. Ezra Tembo: We urge our members

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Zambia Police Refutes Claims That Patrick Mwansa Died in Police Custody

POLICE DENY REPORTS OF PATRICK MWANSA’S DEATH IN CUSTODY The Zambia Police Service has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that detained suspect Patrick Mwansa has died while in police custody. In a statement, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha described the reports as false and misleading, stating that Mwansa is alive and

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BINWELL MPUNDU CONFIRMS ESCAPING ZAMBIA

BINWELL MPUNDU CONFIRMS ESCAPING ZAMBIA 21st August, 2026 Former Nkana MP Binwell Mpundu has seemingly confirmed that he has left Zambia. In his latest Facebook post, Mpundu wrote: “I’m the last man standing, I’m watching every chase move you’re making. I’ll be back.” His statement comes amid reports that he has left the country as

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AN ENABLER OF MODERN-DAY NEBUCHADNEZZAR: Never Mumba’s Conduct In Leadership Is More Satanic Than Christ-Like

August 21, 2026 zambianstreets

By Augustine Mukoka AN ENABLER OF MODERN-DAY NEBUCHADNEZZAR: Never Mumba’s Conduct In Leadership Is More Satanic Than Christ-Like There comes a moment when a man who professes faith must decide whether his place is with power or with principle. For Mr. Nevers Mumba, that moment appears to have arrived. And, tragically, his response to the

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Chris Zumani calls on HH and BM to heal Zambia after divisive 2026 election

Zimba calls on HH and BM to heal Zambia after divisive 2026 election Political scientist and NRPUP Tonse Pamodzi Alliance member Chris Zumani Zimba has called on President Hakainde Hichilema and Brian Mundubile to put aside their political differences and lead a national reconciliation process following what he describes as a deeply divisive and hostile

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Binwell Mpundu misses court appearance as six election-day detainees seek High Court intervention

Mpundu misses court appearance as six election-day detainees seek High Court intervention Former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu failed to appear before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, with his lawyers unable to establish his whereabouts, as six men separately turned to the High Court over what they describe as continued detention without being

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ADRIAN BANDA PLEDGES SUPPORT TO PRESIDENT HICHILEMA AFTER RE-ELECTION

ADRIAN BANDA PLEDGES SUPPORT TO PRESIDENT HICHILEMA AFTER RE-ELECTION Independent aspiring Mandevu Member of Parliament Adrian Banda has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, describing the victory as a clear demonstration of Zambians’ confidence in his leadership. Mr Banda said he was convinced that President Hichilema was the leader Zambia needed to achieve prosperity

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GOVERNMENT REGRETS DEATH OF KAFWAYA

GOVERNMENT REGRETS DEATH OF KAFWAYA GOVERNMENT has expressed sadness over the death of former Minister of Transport and Communications Mutotwe Kafwaya, as investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death continue, Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has said. And Government will also continue to monitor developments following the conclusion of the August 13, 2026 general

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Chris Zumani Zimba Distances Himself From Presidential Election Petition Plans