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
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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
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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,
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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
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AFRICA’S BEST REFEREE WAS REJECTED BY AMERICA — CANADA OPENED ITS ARMS AND THE WORLD IS WATCHING British Columbia Premier David Eby declared that Omar Artan would be welcomed and celebrated in his province, calling for him to referee World Cup matches in Vancouver. The 34-year-old arrived at Aden Adde International Airport to cheering crowds,
Read MoreIs 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
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🚨 JACOB ZUMA TAKES A TOUGH STANCE ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION AS MK PARTY LEADER DECLARES THAT UNDOCUMENTED FOREIGN NATIONALS SHOULD NOT BE DEFENDED AND CALLS FOR STRONGER ACTION FROM SOUTH AFRICAN AUTHORITIES 🚨 MK Party leader and former President Jacob Zuma has sparked fresh debate after stating that undocumented foreign nationals in South Africa should
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THREE COUNTRIES AMERICA WILL NEVER STRIKE DIRECTLY. HERE’S WHY THE MATH IS THAT SIMPLE. Russia: 25 minutes to hit the US mainland with intercontinental ballistic missiles. China: approximately 30 minutes. North Korea: 30 to 45 minutes. All three have nuclear arsenals capable of destroying American cities. All three have second-strike capability — meaning even if
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Houthis Escalate Red Sea Attacks Houthi forces have reportedly intensified operations in the Red Sea, launching attacks against commercial shipping as regional tensions continue to rise. Maritime security reports indicate the group has used drones, anti-ship missiles, and armed boats to target vessels transiting the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key gateway to the Suez Canal.
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MARCH AND MARCH MOVEMENT FIRES BACK AT RAMAPHOSA AND THE ANC – “STOP ATTACKING US, WE ARE FIGHTING FOR THE PEOPLE” The March and March Movement has once again found itself at the centre of South Africa’s political debate after its Secretary-General, Sibonelo Nomvalo, called on President Cyril Ramaphosa and ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula to
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FC Barcelona has decided not to activate the option to sign Marcus Rashford permanently. The 28-year-old English forward is set to leave the club and return to Manchester United, despite having been one of the team’s most effective impact substitutes throughout the season, especially stepping up during Raphinha’s absence. Rashford will be fondly remembered by
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Kuwait Closes Airspace After Iranian Missile Attack Kuwait has officially closed its national airspace following reports of Iranian missile attacks targeting U.S. military facilities in the country. Air defense systems remain on high alert, with military units continuing to monitor and engage potential aerial threats. The move comes amid rapidly escalating tensions across the Gulf,
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HH AGREES EDGAR LUNGU SHOULD RECEIVE A DIGNIFIED MILITARY BURIAL By: Thomas Afroman Mwale & Agness Nakazwe Chipata Diocese bishop George Lungu Has Appealed To President Hakainde Hichilema And The Government To Ensure That Late Former President Edgar Lungu Is Accorded A Dignified Burial, As The Nation Marks One Year Since His Death. Speaking During
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CLOBBERED COSMO MUMBA DISCHARGED AFTER BRIEF HOSPITALISATION National Revolution Party leader, Cosmo Mumba, who is also Tonse Alliance Chairperson for Religious Affairs, was briefly hospitalised after being clobbered by the Police in Chitapa at Protea Hotel. Eye witnesses say, the incident happened when Police stormed the Hotel to disrupt a meeting that was being held
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Mundubile Makebi Arrive in LUSAKA 10 June 26 Leading Presidential Aspirant hon Brian Mundubile and Running Mate hon Makebi Zulu have arrived in the Zambian Capital Lusaka in the early hours of Wednesday morning after police 🚨 drove them to the edge of the city on Tuesday. A Mundubile aid said ” we arrived about
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🚨 MINISTER PIETER GROENEWALD DEMANDS FOREIGN NATIONALS CONVICTED OF CRIMES IN SOUTH AFRICA SHOULD SERVE THEIR PRISON SENTENCES IN THEIR COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN AS DEBATE OVER CRIME, IMMIGRATION AND TAXPAYER COSTS INTENSIFIES Correctional Services Minister Pieter Groenewald has reignited debate after arguing that foreign nationals convicted of crimes in South Africa should serve their prison
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By Given Mutinta THE NARROW ESCAPE OF HONOURABLE EMMANUEL JAY BANDAa For nearly three years, Banda has lived away from his homeland, a distressing consequence of a fallout with a key state figure that led to relentless persecution and desecration. Yet, faced with dire circumstances, Banda executed a daring prison escape—a move steeped in both
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By Given Mutinta MUNDUBILE AND MAKEBI FORCED TO LEAVE CHIPATA The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance’s presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, accompanied by his running mate, Counsel Makebi Zulu, was abruptly forced to leave Chipata under escort from State Police. Authorities ordered them to return to Lusaka without delay, disrupting what was to be a pivotal gathering of
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By Given Mutinta THE CURIOUS CASE OF PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S CHAIR At the public event in Eastern Province, during King Mpezeni’s send-off, a detail caught the attention of many observers: President Hakainde Hichilema’s bodyguard was seen carrying a chair for him. This sight brought to light what some had only heard in whispers or seen in
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By Given Mutinta MUNDUBILE STOPS FOR PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S CONVOY TO PASS In April 2017, a significant moment unfolded in Zambia’s political arena when Hakainde Hichilema, then the opposition leader, was arrested following an incident involving his motorcade and that of the sitting President Edgar Lungu. The motorcade of Hichilema failed to yield way to President
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KBF PRAISES ECZ’S PROFESSIONAL HANDLING OF NOMINATIONS, CALLS FOR CONSISTENCY Zambia Must Prosper (ZMP) President Kelvin Fube Bwalya, alias KBF, has commended the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) for a professional handling of the presidential nomination process, while urging the Commission to maintain the same standards throughout the electoral period. Speaking on Conversations with HOPE
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BRIBERY SANA !! – UPND BRIBERY ALLEGATIONS A DANGEROUS PRECEDENT According to Transparency International Zambia (TIZ), there is evidence that UPND are allegedly bribing 2026 Aspiring Candidates to withdraw from the 2026 polls, Chimuka Nachibinga, an officer from TIZ has said on Diamond TV today. This is a serious affront to democracy and clearly highlights
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COURT CONVICTS MEDICAL DOCTOR FOR SPENDING K9, 000 ABOVE HIS THRESHOLD A public medical doctor in Western province will spend the next nine months in jail after he authorizes for the purchase of two laptop computers for K39, 000, an amount above his K30, 000 approval threshold. The Economic and Financial Crimes Court sitting in
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Brian Mundubile Shows True Leadership and respect for the office he wants to lead. 2017, during the Kuomboka traditional ceremony in Western Province, President Edgar Lungu’s motorcade was passing on the road when opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema failed to give way. This led to an exchange between the two camps which put the life of
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Emmanuel Mwamba writes; Police Refuse to Arrest James Thole Who Removed an Eye of an Opposition Member Kabwe-Tuesday, 9th June 2026 Zambia Police in Kabwe have refused to arrest the UPND Thug, James Thole, who gouged the eye of an Opposition member attending the rally that was held by the Opposition, the National Reconciliation Party
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Bill Gates reportedly wants to give most of his $200B fortune to Africa. It’s reported that Bill Gates announced that the majority of the Gates Foundation’s planned $200 billion in charitable spending over the next 2 decades will be directed toward Africa, with a major focus on improving healthcare, education, and economic opportunities across the
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Kylian Mbappé wants to compete with Michael Jordan. The football player could leave NIKE after 10 years!! The French star is considering joining a brand that is still unknown in soccer, with the goal of turning it into a global giant, just like Michael Jordan did with Nike. Can anyone on this planet Earth ever
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‼️ NETANYAHU WARNS ISRAEL MAY FACE IRAN WITHOUT U.S. BACKING AS IRAN THREATENS RETALIATION OVER DOWNED APACHE AND U.S. MILITARY ACTIVITY SURGES ACROSS THE PERSIAN GULF ⚠️ PM Netanyahu warned the cabinet that Israel may ultimately have to confront Iran without U.S. support, including the risk of weapons restrictions and growing international isolation. Netanyahu told
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El0n Mvsk will spend $1 million daily and never go br0ke from generation to generation. He is projected to become the world’s first trillionaire this Friday when SpaceX becomes a publicly traded company. He could spend $1 million every day and it would take 2,740 years for him to go br0ke. Spending a MILLI every
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HH’s phone call heal rift……as Joseph Phiri backs down for Frank Tayali in Ndola Central constituency parley race By DAVID KANDUZA FORMER District Commissioner (DC) for Ndola and Kalulushi Joseph Phiri has revealed that a telephone call from President Hakainde Hichilema has set a chain of events into motion leading to his U-turning and withdrawing
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Emmanuel Mwamba writes: Did you know that Gary Nkombo’s Assailant is the One that Stabbed Miles Sampa and Was Charged with Aggravated Robbery? Bulden Haaloba, one of the members of the informal and shadowy security team based at State House, and one of President Hichilema’s body guard, is the one that led an assault on
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🇿🇲 BRIEFING | Chief M’membe to Miss Mpezeni Burial, Cites Bemba Customs Socialist Party president Dr Fred M’membe will not attend the burial of the late Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV of the Ngoni people, despite their longstanding friendship, because of traditional obligations attached to his status as a Bemba chief. In a statement issued by
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CHIEF MPEPO BREAKS SILENCE OVER DETAINED XAVIER CHUNGUA traditional ruler in Muchinga Province has become the second senior chief to speak out against the continued detention of former intelligence chief Xavier Chungu, warning that “silence in the face of injustice is complicity.” Chief Mpepo of Kanchibiya District told the media that denying Mr Chungu bail
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THE “WHAT” AND “HOW” CAMPAIGN OF MUNDUBILE In a rare moment in Zambian political history, the country has a presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile of the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), who distinguishes himself not only by outlining his proposed development initiatives, but also by explaining how he intends to achieve them. This
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By Given Mutinta CRACKS IN STATE HOUSE According to a reliable source, the current climate within State House is characterised by profound internal discord, resulting in a significant shift in operational dynamics at the highest levels of government. Reports suggest that President Hakainde Hichilema has become increasingly isolated in his leadership, with severe trust issues
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By Given Mutinta BANK ACCOUNT FREEZING AMONG INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES In the lead-up to Zambia’s highly anticipated 2026 general elections, a wave of concern has swept across the political landscape. Multiple independent candidates, including Bernadette Deka of Chongwe West, have reported frozen bank accounts, raising concerns about electoral fairness and the state of democracy in Zambia.
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THE PATRIOTIC FRONT’S UNYIELDING SPIRIT The Patriotic Front (PF) has long stood as one of Zambia’s most influential political parties, rooted in a pro-poor ideology and deep grassroots support However, the years between 2023 and 2026 were perhaps the most turbulent in the party’s history, defined by intense internal conflict, court battles, and repeated attempts
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UPND DISTANCES ITSELF FROM POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN KABWE The United Party for National Development (UPND) in Kabwe District has distanced itself from the political violence that recently occurred in Katondo Township, describing the incident as regrettable and contrary to the party’s values. Speaking during a media briefing, acting UPND district chairperson Ahmed Lubinga said the
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SUBDUED CAMPAIGN MOOD Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has noted that the current election season in Zambia is marked by an unusual and subdued mood, which he attributes to a nationwide lack of liquidity. Speaking on BM8 Unfiltered, Mundubile explained that both ordinary citizens and political candidates are facing low disposable incomes, resulting in
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PONDAMALI ARRESTED In a significant incident, police in Kabwe have arrested NRPUP mayoral candidate Wilson Pondamali, who initially reported a UPND member for damage at Chowa Police Station. Pondamali faces charges of inciting violence after allegedly urging a group of NRPUP cadres to confront someone he described as an “idiot” during the report, with his
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