UPP JOINS UPND ALLIANCE AHEAD OF AUGUST ELECTIONS The opposition United Progressive People’s Party (UPP) has joined the UPND Alliance ahead of the August General Election, in a move its leader says is aimed at promoting peace, unity, and national development. Announcing the decision in Lusaka, UPP President Dr Savior Chishimba said joining the Alliance… Continue reading UPP JOINS UPND ALLIANCE AHEAD OF AUGUST ELECTIONS
New poll shows Trump trails Pope Leo by 54 points in favorability
New poll shows Trump trails Pope Leo by 54 points in favorability A newly released Economist/YouGov survey of more than 1,600 American adults has put Trump’s popularity problem in stark relief: Pope Leo XIV holds a net favorability rating of +37, while Trump sits at a dismal -17. That’s a 54-point gap between the sitting… Continue reading New poll shows Trump trails Pope Leo by 54 points in favorability
OPPOSITION PARTIES REJECT ANC CONTROL OF IMPEACHMENT COMMITTEE AS BATTLE OVER CYRIL RAMAPHOSA’S FUTURE HEATS UP IN PARLIAMENT
🚨 OPPOSITION PARTIES REJECT ANC CONTROL OF IMPEACHMENT COMMITTEE AS BATTLE OVER CYRIL RAMAPHOSA’S FUTURE HEATS UP IN PARLIAMENT 🚨 A fierce political battle has erupted in Parliament after several opposition parties argued that the ANC should not be allowed to chair the committee responsible for handling impeachment-related proceedings. The dispute emerged during discussions around… Continue reading OPPOSITION PARTIES REJECT ANC CONTROL OF IMPEACHMENT COMMITTEE AS BATTLE OVER CYRIL RAMAPHOSA’S FUTURE HEATS UP IN PARLIAMENT
Pregnant 17-year-old lured outside with flowers by ex-boyfriend before being shot in the head
A pregnant teenage girl was allegedly shot and k!lled by her adult boyfriend. 17-year-old Jariah Edwards was f@tally shot during a trip to San Diego over the weekend. According to San Diego police, Edwards, who was about 32 weeks pregnant, was visiting San Diego with family when she was allegedly shot by her 21-year-old boyfriend.… Continue reading Pregnant 17-year-old lured outside with flowers by ex-boyfriend before being shot in the head
Iran World Cup squad to head for Mexico via Spain while still awaiting US visas
Iran’s national football team will depart for Spain this weekend as part of their journey to their World Cup base in Mexico, despite still awaiting visas for travel to host nations, according to the head of the country’s football federation. The 2026 World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada,… Continue reading Iran World Cup squad to head for Mexico via Spain while still awaiting US visas
Diddy’s ‘s£xt@pes’ with 50 Cent’s babymama Daphne Joy and male escort leaks online, 50 responds
Alleged explicit videos involving Sean “Diddy” Combs, model Daphne Joy—who shares a child with rapper 50 Cent and a male escort have leaked online. The videos made it to the internet this week. One of the X-rated videos features the currently incarcerated record exec pleasuring himself while watching Daphne perform mouth action on another man.… Continue reading Diddy’s ‘s£xt@pes’ with 50 Cent’s babymama Daphne Joy and male escort leaks online, 50 responds
Trump Unleashes Expletive Rant at Netanyahu as Israel Escalates Lebanon Campaign
Trump Unleashes Expletive Rant at Netanyahu as Israel Escalates Lebanon Campaign President Donald Trump reportedly launched an expletive-filled tirade against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a heated June 1 phone call, according to Axios. Key details from the call: · Trump allegedly told Netanyahu: “You’re f*ing crazy. You’d be in prison if it weren’t… Continue reading Trump Unleashes Expletive Rant at Netanyahu as Israel Escalates Lebanon Campaign
KAWANA SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON REPORTED USD 1.5 BILLION US GRANT DEAL
KAWANA SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON REPORTED USD 1.5 BILLION US GRANT DEAL Details in the Statement………….. The Ministry of Information and Media wishes to clarify remarks delivered by the Secretary to Cabinet during the United States of America National Day Celebration held on 28th May 2026 regarding the reported USD 1.5 billion five-year grant… Continue reading KAWANA SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON REPORTED USD 1.5 BILLION US GRANT DEAL
NAKACINDA TRIAL: JUDGMENT SET FOR JULY 14 AS DEFENCE RESTS CASE
NAKACINDA TRIAL: JUDGMENT SET FOR JULY 14 AS DEFENCE RESTS CASE …*Seditious practices matter adjourned; PF SG remains in custody on separate sentence* THE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has set 14th July 2026 as judgment day in the seditious practice case against Patriotic Front National Secretary Raphael Nakacinda. Chief Resident Magistrate Davis Chibwili gave the date… Continue reading NAKACINDA TRIAL: JUDGMENT SET FOR JULY 14 AS DEFENCE RESTS CASE
Zambia Begins Buying Back Eurobonds: A Major Step Toward Lower Debt Costs and Fiscal Sustainability
Zambia Begins Buying Back Eurobonds: A Major Step Toward Lower Debt Costs and Fiscal Sustainability By Prof. Lubinda Haabazoka The Government of Zambia has taken a significant step in strengthening the country’s public finances by launching a buyback of more than US$1.3 billion worth of Eurobonds. This operation represents one of the most important debt… Continue reading Zambia Begins Buying Back Eurobonds: A Major Step Toward Lower Debt Costs and Fiscal Sustainability