BURKINA FASO – MAJOR COUP ATTEMPT REPORTED AS SEVERAL ARMY OFFICERS ARRESTEDDakar — Several officers of the Burkinabe armed forces were arrested, and two of them reportedly relieved of their duties as corps commanders. Several junta supporters have suggested a coup attempt, pointing the finger at exiled military personnel. No further action was taken. According
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SECRETARY TO CABINET INSTRUCTS CIVIL SERVANTS VYING 2026 TO RESIGN Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has instructed Permanent Secretaries who are burning with 2026 political ambitions to resign immediately. Mr. Kangwa has cautioned that while having political intentions is a constitutional right, public servants to need to uphold neutrality, professionalism and ethics while maintaining
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LAZ TO CHALLENGE CONTROVERSIAL CYBER LAWS IN COURT, CITING THREATS TO RIGHTS AND DEMOCRACY The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has declared its intention to petition the High Court over what it describes as unconstitutional provisions in the newly enacted Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Acts. In a strongly worded statement released on Monday, LAZ
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HICHILEMA CHAMPIONS MEDIA FREEDOM, REJECTS REGULATORY BILL President Hakainde Hichilema has firmly dispelled rumors of government plans to regulate Zambia’s media, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to press freedom and self-regulation in a statement released today. Addressing recent reports that falsely suggested the New Dawn Administration was preparing to impose statutory media regulations, Chief Communication Specialist
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AMERICA BASED UPND MEMBER WALKS OUT SAYS HICHILEMA HAS BETRAYED THE PEOPLE .. George N Mtonga Cites Oppressive Laws April 21, 2025 Today, I announce my decision to resign from the United Party for National Development (UPND), a party I have faithfully supported for over a decade. For more than 10 years, I stood with
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LAZ PLANS COURT CHALLENGE OVER CONTROVERSIAL CYBER LAWS. The FOX Newspaper In response to what it calls a serious threat to constitutional freedoms, The Law Association of Zambia – LAZ has announced plans to petition the High Court over the controversial Cyber Security Act No. 3 and Cyber Crimes Act No. 4 of 2025. The
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A Conclave to Test Pope Francis’s Legacy His death could reset the contest between the modernizing and the traditionalist wings of the financially challenged Roman Catholic Church. Howard Chua-EoanApril 21, 2025 at 12:55 PM GMT+4 Before he became Pope Francis, Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio was a devotee of La Virgen Desatanudos — Mary the untier
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YOU CANNOT REGULATE JOURNALISM – COURT By Dickson Jere In 1995 – just a year before the General Election – the MMD government of President Frederick Chiluba wanted to have a stronghold on the media. It then decided to draft a “Media Council Bill” that was aimed at regulating the media in Zambia through an
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NKANA FC SLAMS VANDALS, PLEDGES STADIUM REPAIRS AFTER DERBY CHAOS The FOX Newspaper | Kitwe, April 21, 2025 – The fallout from yesterday’s heated Kitwe Derby has taken a serious turn as Nkana Football Club openly condemned a section of its own supporters for vandalizing stadium property following a controversial penalty decision. In a rare
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GOVT WON’T TOLERATE NKANA FANS’ VIOLENCE – NKANDU The FOX Newspaper Government has issued a stern warning to Nkana FC supporters following violent scenes during the Kitwe Derby at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. Over 500 seats were vandalised by enraged fans after a last-minute penalty awarded to Power Dynamos led to a 1-1 draw. Minister of
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EASTER TOURISM BOOST AT VICTORIA FALLS—BUT IS IT SUSTAINABLE? The FOX Newspaper LIVINGSTONE – The Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA) has announced what it describes as a significant rise in local tourism to Victoria Falls over the Easter weekend, with 3,963 local and 721 international visitors recorded between April 18th and 19th. But while the numbers
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GOVT DOES NOT SPONSOR NAKEDNESS, MASEBO TELLS BEAUTY PEGEANT GATHERING “Government does not sponsor nakedness. This is wrong” Land and Nature Resources Silvia Masebo said at Miss Universe last evening where she was Guest of Honour. Masebo said there is a decent way Models can show their bodies rather than showing nakedness. She wondered how
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While everyone has rejected the new ZIJ Bill, Felistus Chipako and her illegitimate crew say the Bill is good for Journalism in Zambia New Bill won’t be tool for suppressing media, MLC backs ZIJ MEDIA Liaison Committee (MLC) acting Chairperson Felistus Chipako has called for the swift enactment of the Zambia Institute of Journalism (ZIJ)
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KALABA’S CF STUDYING PETITION TO LEAVE UKA… as deputy SG Bota says members are raising issues on UKA flag bearer and mobilisation By Chinoyi Chipulu The Citizens First (CF) party says it is studying the petition by party youths and women to withdraw their leader Harry Kalaba from the United Kwacha Alliance (UKA) in order
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M’MEMBE URGES GOVT TO STOP PROPOSED ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM BILL By Lukundo Nankamba Socialist Party President Fred M’membe says the proposed Zambia Institute of Journalism Bill must be stopped immediately, warning that it would severely undermine media freedom and cripple Journalism in Zambia if enacted. Dr M’membe says the legislation signals a return to
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ACC OPPOSES KAMPYONGO’S WIFE’S APPEAL THE Anti-Corruption Commission has opposed the appeal of Wanziya Chirwa, the wife of Shiwang’andu PF MP Stephen Kampyongo, in the Economic and Financial Crimes Court, High Court Division. The Commission has told the court that her appeal ought to be dismissed as her grounds lack merit. On September 27, 2024,
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GOVERNMENT REVEALS 500 SEATS DESTROYED AT MWANAWASA STADIUM GOVERNMENT has revealed that over 500 seats were damaged on Sunday at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium following a protest by suspected Nkana fans, who expressed their displeasure at a penalty awarded to Power Dynamos during the Kitwe Derby. Despite efforts by all stakeholders to advise fans against acts
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HIGHLIGHTS: Today, the Minister of Information and Media and Chief Government Spokesperson Hon. Cornelius Mweetwa MP held a press briefing to discuss issues relating to media self regulation. Highlights: ✅ Government through the Ministry of Information and Media has not initiated any bill called the Zambia Institute of Journalists bill or generated any cab memo
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FAZ PRESIDENT’S CORNER: Let the Spirit of Easter Re-Invigorate Our Game…scenes from Levy will attract heavy sanction May the joy of our risen Lord be with you our football family! Easter is a season for renewal for the Christian fraternity and we have no doubt the football family can draw a lot from this season.
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WYNTER KABIMBA CALLS FOR TANGIBLE STEPS IN INTER-PARTY DIALOGUE EFFORTS By Nelson Zulu Former Justice Minister Wynter Kabimba has emphasized the importance of inter-party dialogue for fostering national unity but cautioned that achieving it will be challenging due to the current lack of mutual respect in Zambian politics. His remarks come in the wake of
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MUNDUBILE URGES HICHILEMA TO CONVENE AN ECONOMIC INDABA, SAYS UPND HAS RUN OUT OF SOLUTIONS By: Sun FM TV Reporter Mporokonso Member of Parliament, Brian Mundubile, has called on President Hakainde Hichilema to urgently convene a National Economic Indaba to address the country’s mounting economic challenges. Mr. Mundubile states that the rising cost of living,
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MEMBE WANTS OPPOSITION PARTIES UNITED TO DEFEAT UPND IN 2026 GENERAL ELECTIONS. By: Sun FM TV Reporter Socialist Party leader, Dr. Fred M’membe, has urged political and civic organizations to unite in their efforts to challenge the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) in next year’s elections. He emphasized that unity among diverse groups
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Shivambu expresses gratitude to Bushiri after attending Easter church service in Malawi MK Party SG Floyd Shivambu, has expressed his appreciation to Prophet Shepherd Bushiri after attending an Easter church service in Malawi yesterday, April 18, 2025. During the service, Shivambu was given special recognition and received a standing ovation for his presence. He commended
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South Africa crowned the friendliest Country in the world South Africa has officially been named the friendliest country in the world, according to a 2024 study by Remitly, which surveyed over 3,000 people across 27 nations. Scoring an impressive 34.63 out of 40 on the “agreeableness” trait of the Big Five Personality Test, the Rainbow
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ZAMBIA POLICE SERVICE PRESS STATEMENT OBTAINING MONEY BY FALSE PRETENCES – CHILENJE POLICE STATION April 19, 2025-Chilenje Police Station is investigating a case of Obtaining Money by False Pretences involving a sum of $29,737.00. Yesterday April 18,2025 at 16:00 hours, the Station received a report from Male Abel Musonda, aged 34, of House No. 875/F/5
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Phrophet Shepherd Bushiri of Malawi writes… Thrilled to have met Mr Floyd Shivambu! His philosophy of black people supporting each other resonated deeply. Kudos for championing pragmatic ideologies that can propel Africa forward. Sadly, some still peddle jealousy and negativity, labeling successful black individuals as ‘corrupt’ and ‘must be investigated,’ while praising white individuals as
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NEW CYBER LAW IN ZAMBIA SPARKS OUTCRY OVER THREAT TO RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS …as Kalobwe urges human rights organizations to pressure the Zambian government to reconsider its stance Lusaka… Saturday April 19, 2025 — The recently signed Cyber Law in Zambia has sparked widespread concern, with critics labeling it as a draconian piece of legislation
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#SNAPSHOT IN HISTORY: NELSON MANDELA, OLIVER R. TAMBO MEET KK IN LUSAKA September 11th, 1991. FORMER South African President Late Nelson Mandela with Late Former Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda and Late Oliver Tambo on September 11, 1991 in Lusaka. The Late Mandela and Late Tambo were in Lusaka to consult and update with the President
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The new cyber laws are not that bad! Mulambo Haimbe tells USA Government Lusaka, Zambia – 17/04/2025 The Government of the Republic of Zambia has taken note of the recent public advisory issued by the United States Embassy in Lusaka regarding Zambia’s Cyber Security Act No. 3 of 2025. While we appreciate the Embassy’s commitment
Read MoreWITHDRAW CONTROVERSIAL CYBER LAWS, YOUTHS URGE HICHILEMA …the legislation is stifling creativity, debate, and innovation, and shrinking the digital space says Sconel Lusambo Lusaka… Saturday April 19, 2025 — Youths and digital content creators across Zambia have called on President Hakainde Hichilema to uphold the promises he made during his campaign by withdrawing the controversial
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M’MEMBE CALLS FOR UNITY AGAINST UPND Socialist Party (SP) President Dr Fred M’membe has called for unity among political and civic organisations to defeat the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) next year. He said the unity of diverse organisations and the people is essential for overcoming the challenges facing Zambia and achieving victory
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FC MUZA MAKES HISTORY WITH ZAMBIA’S FIRST FOOTBALL CLUB TV CHANNEL Former Football Association of Zambia Executive Member and Spokesperson Mwansa Mbulakulima has hailed FC MUZA for what he described as a groundbreaking and visionary move in launching Zambia’s first dedicated football club television channel. He has praised the Mazabuka-based club for embracing innovation and
Read MoreUnderstanding the Legislative Process in Zambia: How Laws Are Signed and Publicized by ; Hamunkoyo Tobbius -18/04/25 Zambia follows a structured legislative process to create and enact laws that govern the country, Emmanuel Mwamba Miles Sampa , Binwell Mpundu , and others should not mislead the nation that Laws are signed secretly. The formulation and
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Kalaba promises to revoke newly signed cyber law if elected next year CITIZENS First leader Harry Kalaba has promised Zambians that he will revoke the newly assented cyber crimes law if elected into public office next year. According to Kalaba, the new law is meant to spy on citizens’ private conversations which he said was
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MALAWIAN MUSICIAN JAILED FOR KEEPING 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL AT A LODGE WITHOUT PARENTS’ KNOWLEDGE By: Zodiak online Magistrate Court in Mangochi has sentenced musician Abdul-Karim Saidi, popularly known as Bandera, to three years in prison. The court heard that Bandera, who is 23 years old, kept a 14-year-old girl without her parents’ knowledge while staying with
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IS IT ‘MADZIMAWE’ OR MANZAMABI? By Gumbi Kaziguda Jele In Eastern Zambia, one of the most hard working traditional figures of a generation is mostly known as ‘Gogo Madzimawe’. This is in fact one of the Nguni traditional leaders of Zambia who is under iNyandezulu Inkosi YaMakhosi Mphezeni kaZwangendaba. But what does his name mean?
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Fred M’membe takes over Tonse Alliance leadership as Lungu Endorses Tasila Lungu as M’membe’s Running Mate for the 2026 Elections==================================Former Chawama Member of Parliament and ex-President Edgar Lungu has confronted reality, acknowledging that his alebwelelapo agenda is as daunting as finding a needle in an ocean. Like Lazarus rising from the dead, Lungu has awakened
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ANALYSIS: The Red Joins the Green – What’s Brewing in Zambia’s Opposition Kitchen? What Just Happened? Thursday 17th April 2025Editorial by The FOX Newspaper Fred M’membe’s Socialist Party, known for its leftist ideology and sharp criticism of capitalist tendencies, has officially joined the Tonse Alliance, led by Edgar Lungu, Zambia’s former President and Patriotic Front
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SOCIALIST PARTY CALLS FOR OPPOSITION UNITY TO ADDRESS NATIONAL CHALLENGES Lusaka… Thursday April 17, 2025 The Socialist Party (SP) has announced that it is making deliberate efforts to have all opposition political parties, civic organisations, and concerned individuals unite in a bid to confront serious challenges currently facing Zambia. Speaking on behalf of the party,
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PRESS STATEMENT BY THE ZCID ON THE CALL FOR POLITICAL DIALOGUE BETWEEN GOVERNMENT AND THE OPPOSITION 15/04/2025 The Zambia Centre for Interparty Dialogue (ZCID) welcomes the recent call for dialogue made by His Excellency, President Hakainde Hichilema, during the burial of the late Hon. Edith Nawakwi. The President’s public invitation to engage with the opposition
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