The danger of silence and the death of democracy in Zambia
By Dr. Fred M’membe There is a famous folk story told across our continent about the Ugandan dictator Idi Amin. It is said he once called an emergency cabinet meeting…
DRC Senate Approves Referendum Law Amid Fears of Tshisekedi Third-Term Bid
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Senate has unanimously approved a controversial referendum law that could open the way for changes to the country’s Constitution, intensifying a political debate over whether…
State House Spokesperson Hamasaka Questions Ian Khama’s Character, Alleges Zambia Militia Links
State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka has taken a personal swipe at former Botswana President Ian Khama following his remarks describing President Hakainde Hichilema as Africa’s newest dictator. Khama…
UK Government Confirms Engagement with Zambia Over Detention of Opposition Figures After Election
The United Kingdom Government has confirmed that its High Commission in Lusaka is engaging frequently with the Zambian Government over concerns surrounding transparency and due process, including the recent detention…
Ian Khama Calls Hichilema ‘Africa’s Newest Dictator’ in Inauguration Row as UPND’s Shalala Fires Back
Former Botswana President Ian Khama has sparked political debate after publicly questioning Botswana’s decision to attend the inauguration of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, whom he described as “Africa’s newest dictator”.…
Mandevu Election in Turmoil as Tonse Candidate and Two Others Withdraw, M’membe Alleges Intimidation
ZAMBIAN EYE | LUSAKA, October 29, 2026 The Mandevu parliamentary by-election has taken a dramatic turn following reports that all three candidates challenging the ruling United Party for National Development…
Mundubile, Makebi Zulu Bail Battle: Court Sets November 5 Deadline for Ruling
The Lusaka High Court has warned that it will proceed to deliver its ruling on the constitutional bail application by Brian Mundubile, Makebi Zulu and 16 others on November 5,…
Hichilema Swears In Milupi as Transport Minister, Appoints Kalila to Housing
President Hakainde Hichilema has completed his Cabinet appointments, swearing in Charles Milupi as Minister of Transport and Logistics and appointing Lukulu South Member of Parliament Dr Christopher Kalila as Minister…
Livingstone High Court Nullifies Mapatizya Parliamentary Election
The Livingstone High Court has nullified the Mapatizya Constituency parliamentary election following a successful petition by independent candidate Clive Darius Miyanda. The ruling overturns the election of United Party for…
Mwiimbu’s going to Justice Raises Questions as Term-Limit Debate Grows
LUSAKA — Jack Mwiimbu’s return to Cabinet as Minister of Justice has placed a veteran lawyer and long-standing ally of President Hakainde Hichilema at the centre of growing political debate…