By Given Mutinta THE MYSTERIOUS CHAIR OF PRESIDENT HICHILEMA Across the country, a curious tradition captivates the public imagination: President Hakainde Hichilema’s habit of carrying his own chair to official events. Far from a trivial quirk, this ritual inspires wide speculation, with some suggesting it borders on superstition, while others read it as a profound… Continue reading THE MYSTERIOUS CHAIR OF PRESIDENT HICHILEMA
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INDEPENDENTS A NEW POLITICAL FORCE CHALLENGING UPND
INDEPENDENTS A NEW POLITICAL FORCE CHALLENGING UPND As Zambia approaches its general elections, political analysts are noting a significant rise in independent candidates competing against the United Party for National Development (UPND). This shift is particularly evident in areas traditionally controlled by the UPND, where opposition parties have not nominated candidates, allowing independents to become… Continue reading INDEPENDENTS A NEW POLITICAL FORCE CHALLENGING UPND
THE UPND’S REACTIONARY RALLY IN KITWE
THE UPND’S REACTIONARY RALLY IN KITWE In recent weeks, the political arena of the Copperbelt region witnessed a notable event as the United Party for National Development (UPND) organized a reactionary rally in Kitwe. This action came in response to the surging popularity manifested through the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) of… Continue reading THE UPND’S REACTIONARY RALLY IN KITWE
Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has been stripped of Poland’s highest state honour
Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has been stripped of Poland’s highest state honour, the Order of the White Eagle, over Kyiv’s decision to name a military unit after controversial World War Two fighters. Polish President Karol Nawrocki branded Ukraine’s decision late last month to name the unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) “outrageous”, “incomprehensible” and “deeply… Continue reading Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has been stripped of Poland’s highest state honour
Donald Trump has doubled down on criticism of Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
United States President Donald Trump has doubled down on criticism of Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, claiming she repeatedly sought photo opportunities with him at the recent G7 summit to bolster her domestic popularity. Trump’s latest comments in a post on Truth Social on Saturday deepen a personal row between Trump and the right-wing Italian… Continue reading Donald Trump has doubled down on criticism of Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
Israel’s Desperate Gambit: Why America Must Finally Cut the Cord
Israel’s Desperate Gambit: Why America Must Finally Cut the Cord As the United States and Iran move painstakingly toward a historic agreement that could reshape the Middle East, Israel is doing everything in its power to torpedo it. The continued Israeli strikes on Lebanon are not the actions of a confident regional power pursuing a… Continue reading Israel’s Desperate Gambit: Why America Must Finally Cut the Cord
Diplomatic tensions rise as Zelensky returns Poland’s highest state honor
Diplomatic tensions rise as Zelensky returns Poland’s highest state honor A new diplomatic dispute has emerged between Ukraine and Poland after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky returned Poland’s highest state decoration, the Order of the White Eagle, amid a growing historical controversy between the two allies. The dispute was triggered after Zelensky signed a decree in… Continue reading Diplomatic tensions rise as Zelensky returns Poland’s highest state honor
Namibia has officially ended visa-free access for citizens of the United Stares, United Kingdom, and 31 other countries
Namibia has officially ended visa-free access for citizens of the United Stares, United Kingdom, and 31 other countries The policy, which took effect following a cabinet decision, requires travelers from affected nations to obtain visas before entering Namibia. Other countries affected include, Canada, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, and several other European countries. According to authorities,… Continue reading Namibia has officially ended visa-free access for citizens of the United Stares, United Kingdom, and 31 other countries
North Korea reportedly halts unauthorized World Cup broadcasts after international scrutiny
North Korea reportedly halts unauthorized World Cup broadcasts after international scrutiny North Korea has reportedly suspended its unauthorized broadcasts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following growing international scrutiny over alleged copyright violations. The controversy erupted after reports claimed that North Korea’s state broadcaster KCTV had been airing World Cup matches without officially obtaining broadcasting… Continue reading North Korea reportedly halts unauthorized World Cup broadcasts after international scrutiny
Ukraine says North Korean missiles used by Russia are becoming dramatically more accurate
Ukraine says North Korean missiles used by Russia are becoming dramatically more accurate Ukrainian military intelligence has released a new assessment suggesting that North Korean short-range ballistic missiles (SRBMs) used by Russian forces have become significantly more accurate over the course of the war. According to Ukrainian officials, analysis of missile strikes indicates a substantial… Continue reading Ukraine says North Korean missiles used by Russia are becoming dramatically more accurate