🇿🇦 BREAKING: PITSO MOSIMANE APPOINTED NEW BAFANA BAFANA HEAD COACH AS SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL ENTERS A NEW ERA FOLLOWING HUGO BROOS’ DEPARTURE South African football is set for a major new chapter after reports emerged that Pitso Mosimane will take over as the new Bafana Bafana head coach, replacing Hugo Broos. Mosimane is one of
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ANTONIO Mwanza, leader of the Democratic Progress Party (DPP), says next week’s general elections are “too close to predict” and could go either way for the two main presidential contenders. Speaking on the Mind Your Business podcast by News Diggers, Mwanza said there are no guarantees in politics with President Hakainde Hichilema and Tonse Alliance
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COURT CONVICTS MOBILE MONSTER FOR IGNORING SMART INVOICE SYSTEM By Mutinta Hamusankwa Suhel Moosa, trading as Mobile Monster, has been convicted by the Lusaka Subordinate Court for failing to use the Electronic Invoicing System, known as Smart Invoice, to record sales. In a statement, ZRA Corporate Communications Manager Oliver Nzala said the Zambia Revenue Authority
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Tshala Muana wanted us to get married, but I couldn’t marry her because she was a musician — Vernon Mwaanga Veteran Zambian politician Dr Vernon Mwaanga has revealed that the late Congolese music icon Tshala Muana wanted the two of them to get married, but he ultimately decided against marriage because of their careers. Lusaka,
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MUNDUBILE, MAKEBI ZULU MEET ARCHBISHOP ALICK BANDA AHEAD OF POLLS NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu today paid a courtesy call on Archbishop of Lusaka, His Grace Most Rev. Dr. Alick Banda, ahead of next week’s general elections. The visit was attended by other members of the Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance. Mr
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SIMUUWE FIRES BACK AT CHAVULA: “YOU CANNOT HIDE BEHIND MEDIA OWNERSHIP AFTER TAKING POLITICAL POSITIONS — WE WILL TREAT YOU AS AN OPPONENT” Lusaka, August 8, 2026 – The United Party for National Development (UPND) has taken a swipe at political statements attributed to Hot FM proprietor Oscar Chavula, particularly his assertions
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By Augustine Mukoka [LONG READ] UPND IS THE MOST VIOLENT PARTY: A Dive Into UPND’s Backwardness There is often a claim by UPND supporters that Zambia cannot go “backwards” because we are now enjoying “peace.” To them, the violence that has been experienced recently in almost all parts of the country is “peaceful.” When you
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ELECTION RESULTS TO BE ANNOUNCED AFTER FOUR DAYS The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) announced that the results of the August 13, 2026 general elections will be released by August 17, 2026. Acting director Winner Mwanamoonga stated that this timeline is an administrative decision rather than a legal requirement. The distribution of ballot papers to
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REJECT VOTING BY TICKING In Zambia, the traditional way of casting a vote has long involved marking an “X” next to the preferred candidate or choice on the ballot paper. This act is more than a habit; it is a cornerstone of clarity and trust in the electoral process. The announcement by the Electoral Commission
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TWO ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS RAISES CONCERNS OVER POLL STAFF IRREGULARITIES IN LIVINGSTONE DIOCESE In a recent development within the Livingstone Diocese, two Roman Catholic priests—who opted to remain anonymous—have withdrawn from their roles as polling staff for the upcoming electoral exercise. Their withdrawal stems from serious concerns about the Electoral Commission of Zambia’s (ECZ) handling
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HOT FM RADIO HITS BACK AT PS THABO KAWANA FOR THR£ATING TO SHUT DOWN THE STATION Oscar chavula writes I noticed Captain Blabbermouth and his IBA lackey were at it again yesterday! We don’t run a Charitable Organisation and won’t place Political Ads or Campaign Songs for FREE, under duress or because some excited Loser
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THE FINDLAY FAMILY RELEASES STATEMEMENT Following Mr. Harry Findlay’s disappearance yesterday, his family have releaser a statement in which they have identified his captors, and appealed to the authorities for fairness and justice, including consideration to allow him travel to access medical attention. “Our family wishes to confirm that Mr. Harry Findlay is currently in
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Hichilema vows to keep foreigners out of Kikonge gold mining President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to prevent foreigners from mining gold at Kikonge in Mufumbwe, saying the area’s mineral wealth should primarily benefit local people and other Zambian miners Mufumbwe, 8 August – Speaking at a campaign rally in Mufumbwe, President Hichilema said his government
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LUSAKA ARCHDIOCESE SAYS CANDLELIGHT PRAYERS WILL GO AHEAD DESPITE UPND CONCERNS LUSAKA ARCHDIOCESE SAYS CANDLELIGHT PRAYERS WILL GO AHEAD DESPITE UPND CONCERNS By ZR Reporter The Archdiocese of Lusaka has confirmed that its planned Candlelight Prayers for Peace will go ahead on August 12, despite concerns raised by the United Party for National Development (UPND)
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Freemasons to Meet in Livingstone on 12th August 2026 Proff Ex Wrote; The upcoming Zambian elections are the least of my worries. There is a bigger fish to fry. Have you ever wondered how much influence the Freemason community has over the political elite? My assignment is far more complicated than exposing the Benin prophets.
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UGANDA IS SENDING TROOPS TO GAZA. IDI AMIN IS ROLLING IN HIS GRAVE The Ugandan Parliament has approved the deployment of UPDF troops to Gaza as part of a 20,000-strong International Stabilisation Force led by an American general The mission is simple. Monitor ceasefire. Protect civilians. Train Palestinian police. Disarm Hamas. Oh. Just that. Simple.
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By Gerald Ngoma Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Presidential Spokesperson George Chisanga says the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance will proceed with its campaign activities in Southern Province in line with the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) campaign schedule. Speaking to Hot FM News, Mr. Chisanga said the alliance has taken into account the incidents that occurred in Western
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UPND asks Catholic Church to cancel candlelight prayers slated for August 12 The United Party for National Development (UPND) has written to the Catholic Archdiocese of Lusaka requesting the cancellation of a planned candlelight prayer programme scheduled for August 12, 2026, a day before the General Elections. In a letter addressed to Father Felix Banda,
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IF IMENDA IS NOT HAPPY WITH THE CANDLELIGHT CHURCH SERVICE, HE CAN ORGANIZE HIS OWN SALT SANA SERVICE As the Movement for Multi-Party Democracy (MMD), we have noted with concern a complaint letter written by United Party for National Development (UPND) Secretary-General, Hon. Batoka Imenda. In his letter addressed to the Catholic Church hierarchy and
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The Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) says Zambia Police have confirmed the arrest of three artists—Moses Ng’andwe, popularly known as Chester MoPower, Felix Mangani Phiri, also known as Felix Ndangeni Inshila, and comedian Winston Ngosa, widely known as IDC Light Comedy. ZAM President Brian Kasoka Bwembya said Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi confirmed that
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Trump Stops Helping Ukraine, Each Time Ukraine Is on The Offensive Every time Ukraine begins to regain momentum on the battlefield, Donald Trump seems to step back. Every time Ukrainian forces fight back against Russia’s invasion and recover occupied territory at enormous human cost, Trump’s rhetoric appears to soften toward Vladimir Putin instead of strengthening
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AFRICA LENS: The winds of change are blowing in the SADC and a digital paper trail points to an unsettled electorate ..President Hichilema is dominating public media but online belongs to his contender, Brian Mundubile… This week, it was brought to my attention that President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a keynote address at the University
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U.S. and Iran Signal Progress Toward Deal on Strait of Hormuz The United States and Iran are signaling potential progress toward an agreement aimed at easing tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime routes. U.S. President Donald Trump said the strait could reopen in the near future, suggesting
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NAKACINDA FACES JUDGEMENT DAY Today the 7th of August is Judgement day in Patriotic Front Secretary General before Judge Chibwili in a matter where he is alleged to have incited Patriotic Front members and the general public to go to chifwema and keep vigil as police officers were to raid former president Edgar Lungu’s house.
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NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has alleged that snipers were deployed to target members of his party, claiming that the teargassing of his Mongu rally was meant to provide cover for an attack. The allegations come after police dispersed an NRPUP campaign rally in Mongu, Western Province, using teargas. Speaking after the incident, Mundubile questioned
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By Given Mutinta HARRY VALDEN FINDLAY ARRESTED ACCUSED OF SPONSORING TONSE-PAMODZI ALLIANCE AND EMMANUEL JAY BANDA Harry Valden Findlay is currently held in police custody, accused of financially supporting Honourable Emmanuel Jay Banda and the Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance led by Brian Mundubile. It is important to note that, under the law, Findlay possesses the right to
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By Amb. Emmanuel Mwamba ECZ Abandons Recruited Staff as Poll Staff, Replaces List ECZ misconducts itself on Recruitment of Poll Staff Lists and information earlier leaked that ECZ, collaborating with UPND had secretely identified and recruited poll staff, has been proven right. Now the official list of poll staff and is matching exactly with earlier
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By Augustine Mukoka ELECTORAL MALPRACTICE: Leaked Pre-Selected Poll Staff Document Sparks Outrage in Mpika A leaked document allegedly from June details a pre-selected list of polling staff for Mpika, sparking heavy criticism against the ruling UPND government. Observers note widespread complaints from local youths who sat for the official aptitude tests, claiming that many individuals
Read MoreBy Amb Emmanuel Mwamba President Hichilema Issued Orders to Deputy Inspector General of Police to Stop Mundubile’s Rally President Hakainde Hichilema directed Fred Hamaamba, the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations to stop the Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance rallies. President Hichilema personally ordered Hamaamba to stop “the nonsense” immediately. Hamaamba was heard responding; “Your
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The Ballot Senior ReporterLusaka, August 6, 2026 The Southern African Development Community has officially launched its Election Observation Mission ahead of Zambia’s August 13, 2026 General Elections. The mission comprises 106 observers drawn from ten SADC Member States and will be deployed across all ten provinces to monitor the electoral process before, during and after
Read MoreIF A PRODUCT IS DEFECTIVE, IS THE SELLER ALWAYS TO BLAME? Picture this: You buy a brand-new bicycle. After riding it around for more than a year, you march back to the shop pushing it by hand. “Bwana, this bicycle is broken. Give me a new one.” The shopkeeper spins the wheel, scratches his head
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EU SENDS ANOTHER 1.4 BILLION EUROS FROM RUSSIAN ASSETS TO UKRAINE The European Commission transferred another €1.4 billion in profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. Von der Leyen says Russia must pay for the destruction it has caused. The EU has collected €8 billion in total profits from frozen Russian central bank assets, which
Read MoreCAN YOU BE IMPRISONED FOR BEING BROKE? Picture this: You borrow K81,000 from your rich uncle. Business goes south. The chickens die. The tomatoes refuse to grow. Even your airtime balance starts greeting you with “Insufficient funds.” Your uncle marches to court, wins the case, and now wants you thrown into prison. He points at
Read MoreBy Deeleslie Mondoka CAN A PRESIDENTIAL RUNNING MATE JUST WAKE UP AND SAY, “I’M OUT”? Picture this: A long-distance bus from Lusaka to Mbala is packed to the roof. Passengers have squeezed in with mealie-meal, chickens, & enough luggage to start a small market. The driver & the conductor climb aboard together. The engine roars
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If you fell pregnant in G9, you now can go back to school without paying — Hichilema PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema yesterday told Ndola residents why he believes Zambians should give him another mandate in next week’s general election. Among the achievements he highlighted from his five years in office was the free education policy, which
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THABO KAWANA CONGRATULATES EX WIFE He wrote: Life is about goal setting and getting, we know what it takes for one to be called to the bar, the late nights studying burning the night candle, staying away from social, family and official functions all because of tight study schedules. This is why we take time
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Trump is HIRING private bounty hunters to chase down 66,387 deported people and demand they pay $998-a-day fines. The solicitation went up Tuesday morning, with bidders given until 2 p.m. Friday to get their quotes in. Customs and Border Protection calls the work tracing and payment recovery services. What that means: a private company locates
Read MoreUKRAINE STRIKES RUSSIAN COMMAND POSTS, DRONE CONTROL CENTERS, AND CRITICAL LOGISTICS ACROSS THE FRONT While Russia launched a massive overnight missile barrage against Ukrainian cities, Ukraine continued its precision campaign against military targets across occupied territory and inside Russia. According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a series of coordinated strikes
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President Hakainde Hichilema has directed former Cabinet minister Michael Katambo to ensure that voters living far from polling stations in Masaiti are transported closer to voting centres and provided with food ahead of next week’s polls, while also warning Kafubu Water and Sanitation Company against overcharging customers and disconnecting residents. President Hakainde Hichilema has instructed
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Hichilema welcomes election competition as he defends government’s economic record President Hakainde Hichilema says he welcomes political competition ahead of Zambia’s general election, describing competitive elections as a cornerstone of democracy while defending his government’s record on the economy, job creation and the cost of living. Lusaka, 6 July – Speaking during an interview with
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