Nelson Mandela’s Ethiopian 🇪🇹 passport under the name David Motsamayi given to him by Emperor Haile Selassie in 1962 to allow him to travel undetected. In 1962, Nelson Mandela was smuggled across the borders of South Africa. He was granted an Ethiopian passport by Haile Selassie, and classified as a journalist, under the name David… Continue reading Nelson Mandela’s Ethiopian passport under the name David Motsamayi given to him by Emperor Haile Selassie in 1962 to allow him to travel undetected.
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EDGAR LUNGU’S BODY NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE SUPREME COURT- CHARLES MILUPI
EDGAR LUNGU’S BODY NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE SUPREME COURT FOR VALEDITORY SERVICE, SAYS CHARLES MILUPI United Party for National Development UPND Alliance Chairman Charles Milupi says that when prominent lawyers die, their fellow lawyers honour them with a Valedictory service. Milupi who is also Alliance for Democracy and Development —ADD president says late… Continue reading EDGAR LUNGU’S BODY NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE SUPREME COURT- CHARLES MILUPI
I love Hichilema and I don’t owe anyone an apology – Charity Banda
I love Hichilema and I don’t owe anyone an apology – Charity Banda INTERNATIONAL chief mourner and Miles Sampa’s “puppet,” Charity Banda, who has changed camps faster than a chameleon changes its colours, says she owes no one an apology for suddenly supporting President Hakainde Hichilema. Speaking when President Hichilema met the UPND alliance at… Continue reading I love Hichilema and I don’t owe anyone an apology – Charity Banda
Five opposition Parties Join the Upnd Alliance Ahead of August Elections
Five opposition Parties Join the Upnd Alliance Ahead of August ElectionsThe UPND Alliance has strengthened its political base ahead of the August 13 General Elections after five opposition political parties officially joined the coalition, increasing its membership to 15 parties. The new alliance partners include the faction of the Patriotic Front (PF) led by Miles… Continue reading Five opposition Parties Join the Upnd Alliance Ahead of August Elections
DIGGING A HOLE TO COVER A HOLE: Buyback $1.36 billion Eurobond using a loan from the African Development Bank and domestic debt!
By Given Mutinta PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S EUROBOND BUYBACK STRATEGY In 2025, Zambia undertook a significant restructuring of its foreign debt, extending payment obligations on its Eurobonds until 2053. Recently, however, the government has aimed to buy back a portion—$1.36 billion—of this restructured $3 billion Eurobond, seeking financing through a $600 million loan from the African Development… Continue reading DIGGING A HOLE TO COVER A HOLE: Buyback $1.36 billion Eurobond using a loan from the African Development Bank and domestic debt!
YOU CANNOT WAVE AT CHIEFS AND KINGS
By Given Mutinta YOU CANNOT WAVE AT CHIEFS AND KINGS The adage “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” highlights the importance of embracing local customs, especially in culturally significant moments such as funerals. This principle was vividly demonstrated in a negative light when President Hakainde Hichilema attended King Mpezeni’s funeral. Observers noticed that… Continue reading YOU CANNOT WAVE AT CHIEFS AND KINGS
DPP APPEALS KHADIJAH MIGUEL’S SENTENCE IN COCAINE TRAFFICKING CASE
DPP APPEALS KHADIJAH MIGUEL’S SENTENCE IN COCAINE TRAFFICKING CASE The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), through the National Prosecution Authority (NPA), has appealed against what it considers a lenient sentence handed to Copperbelt businesswoman Khadijah Miguel following her conviction for drug trafficking. Khadijah Miguel was found guilty of trafficking cocaine and was sentenced to three… Continue reading DPP APPEALS KHADIJAH MIGUEL’S SENTENCE IN COCAINE TRAFFICKING CASE
RECLAIMING THE RULE OF LAW: WHY ZAMBIA NEEDS MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI
RECLAIMING THE RULE OF LAW: WHY ZAMBIA NEEDS MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI Since 2021, Zambia has faced a significant challenge: the erosion of the rule of law. This principle is fundamental to any democratic and stable society, ensuring that laws govern the nation fairly and consistently, rather than the unpredictable desires of those in power. Unfortunately,… Continue reading RECLAIMING THE RULE OF LAW: WHY ZAMBIA NEEDS MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI
NRPUP CONDEMNS POLITICAL VIOLENCE, INTIMIDATION AND ATTACKS ON DEMOCRATIC FREEDOMS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NRPUP CONDEMNS POLITICAL VIOLENCE, INTIMIDATION AND ATTACKS ON DEMOCRATIC FREEDOMS The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) has, over recent days, been the victim of a number of attacks, acts of intimidation and attempts to suppress the constitutional rights of its members and supporters. We have also received further reports… Continue reading NRPUP CONDEMNS POLITICAL VIOLENCE, INTIMIDATION AND ATTACKS ON DEMOCRATIC FREEDOMS
Is Jacob Zuma using xenophobic attacks to destabilise the government ?
Is Zuma weaponising xenophobia again ? OPINION A lot of South Africans are asking a serious question right now: Is Jacob Zuma using xenophobic attacks to destabilise the government ? Let’s look at the facts – and his real goals. What does Zuma actually want ?He’s 84 years old. He’s not building a future. His… Continue reading Is Jacob Zuma using xenophobic attacks to destabilise the government ?