THE MYSTERY SURROUNDING PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S SALARY President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia has repeatedly stated that he does not personally receive his official monthly salary of K53,000 from the government. This declaration has sparked curiosity and debate among citizens eager to understand the fate of these funds. The question that naturally follows is: if the salary… Continue reading THE MYSTERY SURROUNDING PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S SALARY
The 2026 wind of change
The 2026 wind of change By Osward Bwali 1991, 2011, 2021. These are years when Zambians decided en masse to remove an incumbent president. 27, 20, 10. These are the years each regime served before being removed from power. 2026 and 5 years. The pattern 27,20,10,5 makes sense. Despite fervent denials and “no opposition” claims… Continue reading The 2026 wind of change
UPND MEMBER SUSPENSIONS FOR SUPPORTING NKOMBO
UPND MEMBER SUSPENSIONS FOR SUPPORTING NKOMBO The United Party for National Development (UPND), the ruling party, has taken disciplinary action by suspending 13 members from Mazabuka District. This decision stems from their public support for Gary Nkombo, an independent candidate contesting in the region. The Southern Province Chairperson, Billard Makwembo, clarified that these suspensions would… Continue reading UPND MEMBER SUSPENSIONS FOR SUPPORTING NKOMBO
MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI: BIRDS OF THE SAME FEATHER FLY TOGETHER
MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI: BIRDS OF THE SAME FEATHER FLY TOGETHER The candidacy of Brian Mundubile for president alongside his running mate Makebi Zulu on the National Restoration Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) ticket presents more than just a political alliance; it showcases a profound friendship cultivated over years. Beyond the formalities of campaign slogans… Continue reading MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI: BIRDS OF THE SAME FEATHER FLY TOGETHER
THE BILLBOARD AND THE PROMISE: Five Years of Hichilema
THE BILLBOARD AND THE PROMISE: Five Years of Hichilema Towering above the Munali flyover in Lusaka, a giant campaign billboard of President Hakainde Hichilema greets thousands of motorists every day. Beneath the slogan “Zambia Forward Together,” the image projects confidence, continuity and a bid for a second term. But as the billboard dominates one of… Continue reading THE BILLBOARD AND THE PROMISE: Five Years of Hichilema
MASSIVE RALLY TURNOUT SIGNALS STRONG DESIRE FOR CHANGE
MASSIVE RALLY TURNOUT SIGNALS STRONG DESIRE FOR CHANGE KABWE – The large crowds that attended recent Tonse Alliance rallies in Kitwe and Kabwe have been described as a clear indication of citizens’ desire for change and their willingness to actively participate in shaping Zambia’s future. Tonse Alliance diehard supporter Benja Siwila said the turnout at… Continue reading MASSIVE RALLY TURNOUT SIGNALS STRONG DESIRE FOR CHANGE
Over 1,000 Nigerians Have Voluntarily Registered To Leave South Africa Amid Rising Anti-Immigrant Tensions
Over 1,000 Nigerians Have Voluntarily Registered To Leave South Africa Amid Rising Anti-Immigrant Tensions Nigeria joins Ghana to repatriate its citizens from South Africa as anti-immigration tensions continue to rise. So far, more than 1,000 Nigerian nationals have registered to voluntarily return home from South Africa. The Nigerian government says it fears for the safety… Continue reading Over 1,000 Nigerians Have Voluntarily Registered To Leave South Africa Amid Rising Anti-Immigrant Tensions
MAKEBI ZULU A PROMISING BEACON FOR WHAT LIES AHEAD
MAKEBI ZULU A PROMISING BEACON FOR WHAT LIES AHEAD If there is one person in the past year who has sparked much intrigue, it is Makebi Zulu. His compelling story is spiced with academic excellence, professional success, and unwavering political integrity, a journey that has unsettled many, particularly among cadres of the United Party for… Continue reading MAKEBI ZULU A PROMISING BEACON FOR WHAT LIES AHEAD
PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S HYPOCRISY ON CORRUPTION
PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S HYPOCRISY ON CORRUPTION President Hakainde Hichilema has fashioned an image for himself as a man of integrity fiercely opposed to corruption—a stance that won him significant political support to win 2021 elections. However, some revelations starkly contrast with this cultivated persona, showing that his conduct diverges profoundly from the values he publicly espouses,… Continue reading PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S HYPOCRISY ON CORRUPTION
M’MEMBE MEETS WITH THE COMMONWEALTH DELEGATION
M’MEMBE MEETS WITH THE COMMONWEALTH DELEGATION Dr Fred M’membe, President of the Socialist Party of Zambia, met with a Commonwealth delegation to discuss serious concerns about the country’s electoral environment ahead of the 2026 General Elections. He highlighted the shrinking democratic space over the last five years, marked by systemic obstacles faced by opposition parties… Continue reading M’MEMBE MEETS WITH THE COMMONWEALTH DELEGATION