Chivayo Responds to “Person of Interest” Claims

Chivayo Responds to “Person of Interest” Claims Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has dismissed allegations circulating on social media linking him to reports surrounding South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent private visit to Zimbabwe. Chivayo denied being wanted in Zimbabwe, South Africa or any other country, saying he has continued to travel freely through official immigration channels.

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LUSAKA PARENT SEEKS K2 MILLION IN LAWSUIT AGAINST NKHWAZI PRIMARY SCHOOL OVER ALLEGED STAFF MISCONDUCT TOWARD CHILD

LUSAKA PARENT SEEKS K2 MILLION IN LAWSUIT AGAINST NKHWAZI PRIMARY SCHOOL OVER ALLEGED STAFF MISCONDUCT TOWARD CHILD A Lusaka parent has sued Nkhwazi Primary School in the Lusaka High Court, alleging that a member of staff emotionally and psychologically harmed his grade 6 daughter by allegedly demanding a kiss from her in circumstances described in

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ILLEGAL FUEL NETWORK UNEARTHED IN NAKONDE AS THREE MANYANYA OILS OFFICIALS GET ARRESTED

ILLEGAL FUEL NETWORK UNEARTHED IN NAKONDE AS THREE MANYANYA OILS OFFICIALS GET ARRESTED Authorities have uncovered what they have described as a major illegal fuel operation involving a foreign-owned oil marketing company operating at Nakonde border in Muchinga Province of Zambia. In a joint press statement posted on the official Facebook page of the Drug

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WOMAN FOUND DEAD AT BOYFRIENDS APARTMENT DIED FROM SUFFOCATION

WOMAN FOUND DEAD AT BOYFRIENDS APARTMENT DIED FROM SUFFOCATION Investigations have revealed that PATRICIA DAKA, the Copperbelt woman who was found dead at her boyfriend’s apartment in Kitwe’s Nkana East, died from suffocation. Copperbelt Province Police Commanding Officer MWALA YUYI says the findings were contained in the post-mortem results, adding that Ms DAKA, aged 25,

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RIGHTS GROUPS DEMAND EXPLANATION OVER RIGHTSCON CANCELLATION

RIGHTS GROUPS DEMAND EXPLANATION OVER RIGHTSCON CANCELLATION A coalition of civil society organisations has called on Government to explain the cancellation of RightsCon, an international conference focused on digital governance and human rights. Speaking on behalf of the organisations, Arthur Muyunda, Executive Director of Southern Africa Centre for Constructive Resolution of Disputes, says the cancellation

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GAYTON MCKENZIE FIRES BACK AT AFRICAN LEADERS ACCUSING SOUTH AFRICA OF XENOPHOBIA

GAYTON MCKENZIE FIRES BACK AT AFRICAN LEADERS ACCUSING SOUTH AFRICA OF XENOPHOBIA — SAYS THEY MUST ASK WHY MILLIONS OF THEIR OWN CITIZENS ARE FLEEING THEIR COUNTRIES TO COME TO SOUTH AFRICA Sports, Arts and Culture Minister  has sparked intense reactions online after delivering a strong response to African leaders criticizing South Africa over xenophobia

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“JOHANNESBURG IS HEADING FOR FINANCIAL MELTDOWN!” — HELEN ZILLE DROPS EXPLOSIVE LETTER ALLEGEDLY FROM FINANCE MINISTER

“JOHANNESBURG IS HEADING FOR FINANCIAL MELTDOWN!” — HELEN ZILLE DROPS EXPLOSIVE LETTER ALLEGEDLY FROM FINANCE MINISTER DA Johannesburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille has caused a political storm after revealing a letter allegedly sent by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero, warning of a looming financial crisis in the city. According to Zille,

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KHAMA BILLIAT REVEALS WHY HE REJECTED ORLANDO PIRATES AND CHOSE MAMELODI SUNDOWNS INSTEAD

🚨 KHAMA BILLIAT REVEALS WHY HE REJECTED ORLANDO PIRATES AND CHOSE MAMELODI SUNDOWNS INSTEAD! ⚽🇿🇦🔥 Former Zimbabwean star  has reportedly opened up about one of the biggest decisions of his PSL career — revealing that he had an opportunity to join  before eventually signing for . According to the discussion, Billiat explained that he rejected

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“THE ANC IS BRAIN DEAD!” — PRINCE MASHELE WARNS SOUTH AFRICA COULD FACE TOTAL POLITICAL CHAOS AFTER RAMAPHOSA

🚨 “THE ANC IS BRAIN DEAD!” — PRINCE MASHELE WARNS SOUTH AFRICA COULD FACE TOTAL POLITICAL CHAOS AFTER RAMAPHOSA 🇿🇦🔥 Political analyst Prince Mashele has sparked major debate after claiming that South Africa is heading toward a dangerous political crisis once President Cyril Ramaphosa leaves office. In an explosive interview, Mashele argued that the ANC

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UPND ADOPTION CHAOS: PARTY ACCUSED OF IMPOSING CANDIDATES, SIDELINING GRASSROOTS

UPND ADOPTION CHAOS: PARTY ACCUSED OF IMPOSING CANDIDATES, SIDELINING GRASSROOTS By Zambia Barotseland Border postReporter, The United Party for National Development National Management Committee has come under intense criticism following allegations of undemocratic conduct, lack of transparency, and intimidation in the ongoing adoption of candidates for the August 2026 general elections. Investigations by Zambia Barotseland

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Be careful how you respond to Ambassador Gonzales! His speech reflects Washington’s official stance, not his personal views

Be careful how you respond to Ambassador Gonzales! His speech reflects Washington’s official stance, not his personal views. Recent attacks on outgoing U.S. Ambassador Michael Gonzales are getting too emotional and personal, they lack diplomacy. Before things go too far, let’s understand what he said, who actually said it and what it means. When Ambassador

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COURT LIFTS PF INJUNCTIONS AS MILES SAMPA DECLARES PARTY ‘BACK ON THE BALLOT’

COURT LIFTS PF INJUNCTIONS AS MILES SAMPA DECLARES PARTY ‘BACK ON THE BALLOT’ Miles Sampa has announced that the Patriotic Front is set to resume its political activities after the full bench of the Court of Appeal in Zambia reportedly discharged and dismissed injunctions that had restricted the party’s operations. In a statement issued today,

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Zambia’s de facto cancelation of RightsCon an attack on rights and freedoms: Special Rapporteur

Zambia’s de facto cancelation of RightsCon an attack on rights and freedoms: Special Rapporteur 04 May 2026 GENEVA – The Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Assembly and Association* issued the following statement on the postponement of RightsCon in Zambia: “The Zambian government’s decision to “postpone” RightsCon at the eleventh hour constitutes a de facto cancellation.

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LINDA  KASONDE FREEDOM FOUNDATION FILES LANDMARK CONSTITUTIONAL COURT PETITION CHALLENGING VALIDITY OF CONSTITUTION (AMENDMENT) ACT NO. 13 OF 2025

LCK FREEDOM FOUNDATION FILES LANDMARK CONSTITUTIONAL COURT PETITION CHALLENGING VALIDITY OF CONSTITUTION (AMENDMENT) ACT NO. 13 OF 2025 Lusaka, Zambia  |  Tuesday 5th May 2026 Linda Kasonde Executive Director The LCK Freedom Foundation has filed a Petition in the Constitutional Court of Zambia challenging the constitutionality of the process leading to the enactment of the

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JERE ANNOUNCES BID FOR LUSAKA CENTRAL SEAT, BACKS PRESIDENT HICHILEMA

JERE ANNOUNCES BID FOR LUSAKA CENTRAL SEAT, BACKS PRESIDENT HICHILEMA LUSAKA – Prominent lawyer Dickson Jere has announced that he will contest the Lusaka Central parliamentary seat in this year’s general elections, following extensive consultations and careful consideration of national and constituency matters. Mr. Jere said he had received calls from various stakeholders encouraging him

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Mundubile Mapping Serious Leadership Through Action….if you fail to plan, then you plan to fail

Mundubile Mapping Serious Leadership Through Action ….if you fail to plan, then you plan to fail…. By Dr Mwango Mwansa Strip away the noise, the theatrics, and the daily churn of political headlines, and one question remains central to Zambia’s democratic moment: As the August 2026 election approaches who is ready to govern? Measured against

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FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE: WHEN LEADERSHIP BUILDS, NOT BREAKS: A testament in Mongu that Zambia must never forget and must rise higher

🇿🇲 FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE: WHEN LEADERSHIP BUILDS, NOT BREAKS🇿🇲: A testament in Mongu that Zambia must never forget and must rise higher Fellow compatriots, There are moments in a nation’s history that define not only its politics, but its soul. The Hakainde Hichilema Mini Hospital in Mongu District is not just a health facility.

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HICHILEMA COMMISSIONS FAMILY-FUNDED HOSPITAL
…turns past incarceration into public service legacy

HICHILEMA COMMISSIONS FAMILY-FUNDED HOSPITAL …turns past incarceration into public service legacy President Hakainde Hichilema has commissioned a mini-hospital in Kalangu, Western Province, describing it as a deeply personal project born out of his 127-day incarceration in 2017 Speaking during the ceremony, President Hichilema said the Hakainde Hichilema Mini-Hospital was constructed using personal resources from himself

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NKOMBO OPTS OUT OF UPND MAZABUKA RACE

NKOMBO OPTS OUT OF UPND MAZABUKA RACE Veteran politician Gary Nkombo has not applied for adoption to recontest the Mazabuka Central parliamentary seat, bringing uncertainty over his political future after nearly two decades in office. Nkombo, a long-serving member of the United Party for National Development (UPND), joined the party in 2002 from the Movement

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EXCLUSIVE | Hichilema Commissions Hospital, “Treason Road” in Western Province as Crowds Turn Out in Stronghold

🇿🇲 EXCLUSIVE | Hichilema Commissions Hospital, “Treason Road” in Western Province as Crowds Turn Out in Stronghold President Hakainde Hichilema has begun a two-day working visit to Western Province, receiving a warm and energetic reception as crowds flooded the streets to welcome him in what remains one of his strongest political bases. Supporters lined up

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KMP URGES POLICY-DRIVEN OPPOSITION UNITY
…warns against personality politics

KMP URGES POLICY-DRIVEN OPPOSITION UNITY…warns against personality politics Zambia Must Prosper (ZMP) has said it remains open to working with opposition political parties but insists that any form of unity must be anchored on clear policies and the interests of citizens rather than individual ambitions. In a statement, ZMP president Kelvin Fube Bwalya said the

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MULENGA REBUTS KBF CLAIMS, DEFENDS LEGITIMACY OF INDEPENDENT PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES

MULENGA REBUTS KBF CLAIMS, DEFENDS LEGITIMACY OF INDEPENDENT PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES Independent presidential aspirant Dr. Given Katuta’s Spokesperson, Richard Bravo Mulenga, has dismissed recent remarks by Kelvin Fube Bwalya (KBF), describing them as legally flawed and inconsistent with Zambia’s constitutional provisions regarding independent presidential candidates. Speaking in a statement issued on behalf of Dr. Katuta, Mr.

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HAIMBE ACCUSES THE OUTGOING UNITED STATES ENVOY OF DIPLOMATIC BREACH

HAIMBE ACCUSES THE OUTGOING UNITED STATES ENVOY OF DIPLOMATIC BREACH Government officials in Zambia have accused outgoing U.S. Ambassador Michael Gonzales of breaching diplomatic protocol and interfering in the nation’s internal affairs due to his remarks on governance and corruption. Minister of Foreign Affairs Mulambo Haimbe stated that Gonzales’ comments were undiplomatic and did not

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KAMBWILI CALLS FOR OPPOSITION UNITY

KAMBWILI CALLS FOR OPPOSITION UNITY Chishimba Kambwili, a seasoned politician and former minister, has weighed in on the internal dynamics plaguing the Patriotic Front (PF), urging its various factions to adopt a more unified and resilient approach. His endorsement of former Justice Minister Given Lubinda’s counsel, emphasizing that division within the opposition is counterproductive for

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KASONDE MWENDA IN POLICE CELLS

KASONDE MWENDA IN POLICE CELLS The arrest of Kasonde Mwenda, President of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party, for alleging that the presidential convoy became lost in Chinsali, has ignited a crucial debate surrounding freedom of speech, political accountability, and the role of law enforcement in a democratic society. Mwenda’s detention at Kabwata Police Station,

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SIALUBALO BIDS FAREWELL TO MINISTRY STAFF AHEAD OF PARLIAMENT DISSOLUTION

SIALUBALO BIDS FAREWELL TO MINISTRY STAFF AHEAD OF PARLIAMENT DISSOLUTION Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Gift Sialubalo, has officially bid farewell to staff at the ministry, describing the gathering as a moment of reflection, gratitude, and appreciation as Parliament prepares to dissolve ahead of the upcoming general election. Sialubalo says he found it

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I have never had any regard for Nigerian billionaires because they are all tied to oil money—and oil money in Nigeria is blood money- Professor Lumumba

I have never had any regard for Nigerian billionaires because they are all tied to oil money—and oil money in Nigeria is blood money. -Professor Lumumba “In America or Europe, you can travel and find people who built real fortunes through business, innovation, or production, and you can trace how they created their empires. But

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