Japan will raise visa fees for foreign nationals from next month, marking the first increase in nearly 50 years, authorities said. The cabinet approved the change on Friday, and it will apply to visa applications submitted on or after 1 July. Under the new fee structure, the cost of a single-entry visa will rise from
Read MoreIranian negotiators walked out of peace talks with the US after Donald Trump said he would “blow the s— out of them” and take over their country. As JD Vance, his vice president, began negotiations in Switzerland, Mr Trump threatened to restart his bombing campaign on Iran, in expletive-laden phone calls and posts on social
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Starmer on the brink of resignation as Epstein-linked scandal helps sink his government British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing the end of his premiership, with allies and rivals alike signaling that his authority has collapsed beyond repair. Pressure has been mounting for months, but it was Andy Burnham’s landslide special election win, taking nearly
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CONGOLESE BORN FRENCHMAN: The 30-Year-Old Designer Behind Leopard’s Attire Becomes A Sensation When the Congolese national team landed in Houston last week—their first appearance at the tournament since a disappointing run in 1974—they did so not in a big luxury house brand or carrying the latest it-bags, but dressed in the designs of 30-year-old Congo-born,
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Mundubile Poised for First-Round Victory with 70% Landslide By Namukolo Miyanda, Pan-Africanist and Governance Expert 20th June, 2026 The Zambian people are demanding change in August 2026, and this article forcefully defends Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba’s prediction that Brian Mundubile will win with over 70% of the total votes cast. Dr. Zimba’s projection that Mundubile
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POLITICAL TENSIONS ESCALATE IN ISOKA AS POLICE PICK PARLIAMENTARY CANDIDATE SICHONE Honourable Malozo Sichone, the Isoka parliamentary candidate for the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), was apprehended by police officers from Lusaka during the early hours of Sunday morning. The official reason behind this unexpected action remains undisclosed, generating concern and curiosity
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LAZ CALLS FOR A LAWFUL, CONSTITUTIONAL AND CONSULTATIVE PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN TIMETABLE Arnold Kaluba, President of the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ), has urged the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to adhere to constitutional principles by ensuring that the presidential campaign timetable for the 2026 general elections is lawful, consultative, and respectful of citizens’ rights. At
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COPPERBELT UPND URGES VOTERS TO RETAIN RULING PARTY IN AUGUST ELECTIONS TO SUSTAIN DEVELOPMENT By Justina Matandiko The UPND on the Copperbelt has called on voters in the province to retain the ruling party in office in order to sustain development gains ahead of the August 13 general elections. Speaking when the party officially launched
Read MoreECZ, STAY IN YOUR LANE – NAWA …as she challenges ECZ to name any presidential candidate who has been sidelined or complained to them… As the Tonse National Women’s League, we are deeply concerned by the Electoral Commission of Zambia’s decision to introduce a Presidential Campaign Timetable for candidates in the 2026 General Election. While
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GEOFFREY BWALYA MWAMBA SAYS HE DID NOT ENDORSE PRESIDENT HICHILEMA Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba has publicly refuted claims that he has endorsed President Hakainde Hichilema or influenced Zambians to vote for any political candidate. Emphasizing his recent withdrawal from active politics, Mwamba highlighted that some individuals are exploiting his name deceitfully by claiming that I have
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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
Read MoreINDEPENDENTS 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
Read MoreTHE 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
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7th WIFE ESCAPES THE POLYGAMIST, SAYS SHE CAN’T STAND HEARING SOUNDS FROM NEXT ROOM 21st June 2026 A 23-YEAR-OLD woman who ran away from a Zionist polygamous marriage as the seventh wife has told the court that she left because she could not bear seeing her husband move from one wife to another every night
Read MoreUkraine’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
Read MoreUnited 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
Read MoreIsrael’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
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Koulibaly ️: “ I will never forget that day. In the tunnel before the match, I shyly asked Leo if we could swap shirts later. He smiled gently and said ‘OK’.” “But after the final whistle, the pitch was so crowded, and Leo quickly went inside. I went back to our dressing room feeling a
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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
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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,
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Jeremy Doku has been SLAMMED for his decision to leave the Belgium World Cup camp to attend the birth of his first child. 🗣️ “You have the chance to compete in a World Cup, it’s an extraordinary joy. Hundreds of players would kill to be in your shoes. Maybe this opportunity will never come again
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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
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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
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Zelensky warns Ukrainians of possible massive Russian air assault Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued an urgent warning on Friday afternoon, cautioning that Russia may be preparing to launch what could become one of the largest aerial attacks of the war in the coming hours. In his statement, Zelensky urged citizens across the country to remain
Read MoreBREAKING: Trump Forced to Drain $14 Million Reflecting Pool in Embarrassing Algae Disaster President Trump’s freshly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has become the most expensive science experiment in Washington, and the internet is not letting it go. The $14 million makeover, originally pitched as a beautification project ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, has instead
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Chishimba Kambwili on thin ice…as CF party moves to sideline roving politician By DAVID KANDUZA ROVING politician Chishimba Kabwili is facing a potential political sidelining and dismissal from the Citizens First (CF) party after publicly telling a political rally in Luanshya that they are free to support Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile. Mr Kambwili
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Police Seal Off Chipata Rally Grounds as Mundubile Faces Fresh Clampdown By Tonse Pamodzi Staff Reporter Chipata, Zambia – June 20, 2026 State police in Zambia today cordoned off Mpezeni Park in Chipata, Eastern Province, blocking a major rally planned by leading presidential contender Brian Mundubile. The move, confirmed by Japhen Mwakalombe, head of elections
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MY HUSBAND TOLD ME EVEN THOUGH WE ARE MARRIED, HE WON’T STOP SEEING OTHER WOMEN By Peggy Mwansakilwa, 20th June 2026 THE Chelstone Local Court has heard how a husband bragged to his wife about his past relationships, saying he had dumped many women before her and that marriage would not stop him from chasing
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Police cancel Mundubile rally in Chipata, citing ECZ directive A planned political rally by National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) president Mundubile in Chipata was cancelled on Friday after police sealed off the venue, citing guidance issued by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chipata, 20 June – Police moved into Mpezeni Park
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MOST EDUCATED POLITICIAN IN AFRICA LOSES TWO PARLIAMENTARY CANDIDATES Socialist Party Candidates for Lukashya and Lusaka Central Constituencies have withdrawn from contesting the August 13 General Elections. The candidates are Martin Mulenga and Sonile Hamawa for Lukashya and Lusaka Central, respectively. The two have resigned from the party and written to the Electoral Commission of
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PROPHET SHEPHERD BUSHIRI DEPLOYS REPATRIATION BUSES AS MALAWIANS LEAVE SOUTH AFRICA, SAYS MORE VEHICLES AND MEDICAL TEAMS HAVE BEEN MOBILISED TO SUPPORT THOSE CHOOSING TO RETURN HOME Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has announced that several buses have already been deployed to assist Malawian nationals in South Africa who have voluntarily chosen to return to Malawi. According
Read MorePolice Seal Off Chipata Rally Grounds as Mundubile Faces Fresh Clampdown By Tonse Pamodzi Staff Reporter Chipata, Zambia – June 20, 2026 State police in Zambia today cordoned off Mpezeni Park in Chipata, Eastern Province, blocking a major rally planned by leading presidential contender Brian Mundubile. The move, confirmed by Japhen Mwakalombe, head of elections
Read MoreWorld Cup hero Folarin Balogun is everything Trump’s immigration policy wants gone, and we love him Folarin Balogun is one of the breakout stars of this World Cup, and the United States is lucky to have him. He scored twice in a commanding 4-1 win over Paraguay, the kind of performance that turns a player
Read More“GOLD IS EVERYWHERE IN ZIMBABWE” — MUTSVANGWA SAYS RETURNING ZIMBABWEANS SHOULD COME HOME AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OPPORTUNITIES IN THE COUNTRY’S MINING SECTOR Zimbabwean politician and government spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa says there are significant opportunities available for Zimbabweans returning home, particularly in the country’s gold mining industry. Speaking during an interview, Mutsvangwa argued that Zimbabwe
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Zambian Copper Worth k13.6 Million Seized in Johannesburg A multidisciplinary law enforcement team, including SAPS Crime Intelligence, Interpol, Border Police and private security partners, seized stolen Zambian copper worth more than K13.6 million during an intelligence-driven operation at City Deep, Johannesburg in south Africa. The operation followed information from Zambian authorities about the hijacking of
Read More🇿🇦🔥 PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA SENDS STRONG MESSAGE TO EUROPE: “AFRICA’S WEALTH BELONGS TO AFRICA” AS CALLS GROW FOR FAIRER TRADE AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE President Cyril Ramaphosa has reignited debate about Africa’s economic future after comments highlighting the continent’s vast natural resources and the need for stronger, more balanced international partnerships. The discussion has focused on
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🇿🇼 CHRIS MUTSVANGWA SAYS ZIMBABWE’S ECONOMY IS DOING WELL AS GOVERNMENT ENCOURAGES CITIZENS ABROAD TO RETURN HOME AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF NEW OPPORTUNITIES ZANU-PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa says Zimbabwe is actively assisting citizens who want to return home, arguing that the country’s economy is performing well and offering growing opportunities for Zimbabweans living abroad. Speaking
Read More🚨 “I WILL NOT BE PRESSURED TO DEMOTE JOHN STEENHUISEN” — RAMAPHOSA BREAKS HIS SILENCE AS CABINET RESHUFFLE DEMANDS SPARK A MAJOR POLITICAL STANDOFF INSIDE SOUTH AFRICA’S GOVERNMENT OF NATIONAL UNITY 🔥🇿🇦 President Cyril Ramaphosa has pushed back against growing calls for changes within his Cabinet, making it clear that the power to appoint or
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🚨 HELEN ZILLE OFFICIALLY ENTERS THE RACE FOR JOHANNESBURG MAYOR AND ISSUES A MAJOR WARNING TO VOTERS: “THE FUTURE OF THE CITY WILL BE DECIDED BY THOSE WHO SHOW UP” 🔥🇿🇦 Democratic Alliance mayoral candidate Helen Zille has intensified her campaign for the City of Johannesburg, urging residents to register and participate in the upcoming
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🚨🇿🇦 ROB HERSOV SPARKS FIERCE DEBATE AFTER ASKING WHETHER BLACK CULTURE IS HOLDING SOUTH AFRICA BACK Businessman Rob Hersov has ignited controversy after discussing whether certain cultural attitudes and practices are contributing to South Africa’s social and economic challenges. The comments have divided opinion across the country. Supporters argue that difficult conversations about culture, education,
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