Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Zambian Eye Breaking News and Current Affairs ## Posts - [Hot FM Sues Chellah Tukuta for defamation claiming K20 million damages](https://zambianeye.com/hot-fm-sues-chellah-tukuta-for-defamation-claiming-k20-million-damages/) - Hot FM chairman Oscar Chavula has sued photographer Cornelius Mulenga Chellah Tukuta, also known as "Chellah Tukuta for defamation over a Facebook post that accused Mr. Chavula of promoting terrorism. According to a statement of claim filed before the High Court today, both Mr. Chavula and Hot FM Limited, seeks up to 20 millio in - [The Bond Season 6 explores new approaches to boosting kiwifruit production](https://zambianeye.com/the-bond-season-6-explores-new-approaches-to-boosting-kiwifruit-production/) - https://youtube.com/live/zE-FbRl3uYA The Bond Season 6 has continued with its second episode, taking viewers into the world of kiwifruit production and exploring innovative approaches aimed at improving agricultural practices and supporting sustainable development. Titled “Boosting Kiwifruit Production,” Episode 02 looks at how innovation and improved farming approaches can contribute to increased agricultural productivity while supporting the - [“Not a Time for Joy”: Bemba Royal Establishment Cancels Ukusefya pa Ng'wena](https://zambianeye.com/not-a-time-for-joy-bemba-royal-establishment-cancels-ukusefya-pa-ngwena/) - MUNGWI — For thousands of people who had been preparing to travel to Mungwi this month, the annual Ukusefya pa Ng'wena will not take place. The Bemba Royal Establishment has cancelled the 2026 ceremony, saying the mood across UluBemba is too sombre for what is traditionally one of the region's biggest celebrations of culture, heritage - [Zambia Army Holds Thanksgiving Service After Election Security Duties](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-army-holds-thanksgiving-service-after-election-security-duties/) - LUSAKA — The Zambia Army has held a thanksgiving service at Arakan Chapel, with the military leadership thanking God for what it described as protection and guidance during the recently concluded general elections. The service brought together officers, soldiers, civilian staff and their families, with Army Ladies Association of Zambia (ALAZ) Patron Gina Zyeele also - [Government cancels Mukandila's passport, NRC](https://zambianeye.com/government-cancels-mukandilas-passport-nrc/) - The Zambian government has declared the National Registration Card and passport of Tonse Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila invalid, citing fraud during the application process. In Government Gazette Notice No. 1418 of 2026, published on September 4, 2026, authorities said Mukandila’s NRC 113314/10/1 and passport ZN817922 were revoked after an investigation found they were obtained - [The United Nations call for release of Mundubile and Makebi - right or wrong?](https://zambianeye.com/the-united-nations-call-for-release-of-mundubile-and-makebi-right-or-wrong/) - By Mbanga, Ilukui Irvine The call by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, Gina Romero, to the Zambian government to halt the criminalisation of political dissent amid what she describes as a "grave deterioration" of the country's democratic and human rights environment following its August - [WORLD IN “DANGER ZONE”: Guterres sounds alarm as powerful El Niño looms](https://zambianeye.com/world-in-danger-zone-guterres-sounds-alarm-as-powerful-el-nino-looms/) - UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that the planet has entered a “danger zone of extreme weather” as a powerful El Niño begins to impact countries worldwide. Speaking in a video message Thursday during the launch of the United Nations Environment Programme’s _Overshoot Report_, Guterres said humanity is moving past the threshold needed to avoid - [Emmanuel JJ Banda appears after rumours of capture](https://zambianeye.com/emmanuel-jj-banda-appears-after-rumours-of-capture/) - Exiled former Petauke lawmaker Emmanuel JJ Banda has resurfaced after rumours that he had been captured by the Zambian government went viral on Wednesday evening. Several social media platforms reported receiving information that Banda, who has been highly critical of President Hakainde Hichilema and his administration, had allegedly been captured. The speculation was fueled by - [EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe Katrin Hagemann dies suddenly in Harare](https://zambianeye.com/eu-ambassador-to-zimbabwe-katrin-hagemann-dies-suddenly-in-harare/) - The European Union Delegation to Zimbabwe has announced the sudden and unexpected passing of H.E. Ms Katrin Hagemann, Ambassador of the European Union to Zimbabwe, on 3 September 2026. In a statement, the delegation said Hagemann passed away on 3 September 2026. Her death was described as “sudden and unexpected.” “It is with deep sadness - [Prof. Kruger helps shape first hypertension guidelines for Africa](https://zambianeye.com/prof-kruger-helps-shape-first-hypertension-guidelines-for-africa/) - By Willie du Plessis The recent launch of the first comprehensive hypertension guidelines developed specifically for Africa marks an important step in addressing one of the continent’s most significant health challenges. Among the experts who contributed to the guidelines is Prof. Ruan Kruger, a researcher in paediatric hypertension and member of North-West University’s (NWU’s) Hypertension - [The Bond Season 6 returns with 'The Tree Is Full of Red Cherries' on Africa TV](https://zambianeye.com/the-bond-season-6-returns-with-the-tree-is-full-of-red-cherries-on-africa-tv/) - https://www.youtube.com/live/VnHlQMEpcfE?si=5cawQqTofBsRVV0s CGTN Africa’s flagship international documentary and cultural series The Bond returned on Wednesday evening, September 2, 2026, with the premiere of Season 6 Episode 01 titled "The Tree Is Full of Red Cherries." The episode aired live on Africa TV at 8pm and was distributed across broadcast networks as part of efforts to - [Zambia 2026 National Assembly Election Results: Full List of MPs](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-2026-national-assembly-election-results-full-list-of-mps/) - A constituency-by-constituency record of the 2026 parliamentary election Updated: September 3, 2026 Zambia's 2026 General Election produced the country's first National Assembly elected under the revised electoral system introduced by the Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Act No. 13 of 2025. The number of constituency-based seats increased from 156 to 226, following the creation of 70 - [UN calls for release of political detainees as UPND hits back](https://zambianeye.com/un-calls-for-release-of-political-detainees-as-upnd-hits-back/) - The United Nations has called on the Zambian government to release political detainees and restore democratic freedoms, prompting a sharp response from the ruling United Party for National Development which accused the UN of mislabeling suspected insurgents. In a statement issued on Wednesday, UN Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and - [US-based Zambian academic, author Prof Jones Kasonso dies](https://zambianeye.com/us-based-zambian-academic-author-prof-jones-kasonso-dies/) - United States America -based Zambian social commentator, academic and author Professor Jones Kasonso has died. His brother, Newton Kasonso, confirmed the death in an emotional tribute posted online. “Your life was a gift to us, and although you are no longer with us, the love, memories and moments we shared will never be forgotten,” Newton - [Xi in Egypt: Urges Middle East to take charge of its own security](https://zambianeye.com/xi-in-egypt-urges-middle-east-to-take-charge-of-its-own-security/) - https://youtu.be/1iHtEAEBuAw?si=bOCHa8ybkgTgig30 CAIRO — Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Middle Eastern countries to assume greater responsibility for regional security and to explore a new, locally-led security framework, during his first visit to the region in four years. Speaking in Cairo on Wednesday during talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Xi said Beijing is - [The Bond Season 6 Premieres: Africa TV takes viewers inside China](https://zambianeye.com/the-bond-season-6-premieres-africa-tv-takes-viewers-inside-china/) - https://www.youtube.com/live/13f6ovyoQXA?si=tzeCSqylbzLG9s5- The wait is over. _The Bond Season 6_ is now on air, with Africa TV bringing audiences across the continent closer to China through stories about people, progress and history. This season of _The Bond_ which started on 31 August 2026 focuses on the ties that connect nations — friendship, farming, youth, and the - [No more insults of President Hichilema, says UPND](https://zambianeye.com/no-more-insults-of-president-hichilema-says-upnd/) - UPND Copperbelt Province chairman Elisha Matambo has warned that the party will no longer tolerate insults directed at President Hakainde Hichilema. Matambo said President Hichilema had been subjected to enough abuse and that the time had come for such conduct to stop. Speaking at a media briefing for UPND provincial chairpersons in Lusaka, Matambo said - [Welcome to the Club](https://zambianeye.com/welcome-to-the-club/) - Hopewell Chin'ono Wrote; (Hopewell is an award-winning Zimbabwean journalist, documentary filmmaker, and anti-corruption activist.) “Welcome to the club, my guy. You went a little too far, though; you didn’t have to kill a former Cabinet minister.” “Shutting down the courts to stop your rival from challenging the election result was already gangster enough, my guy. - [Zambia Treason charge goes to UK Parliament](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-treason-charge-goes-to-uk-parliament/) - Lord Roberts Of Llandudno Has Placed A Question For Foreign Ministry On Incarcerated Retired Anglican Bishop Trevor Mwamba Who Is Held In A Maximum Prison On Trumped Up Political Charges With 18 Others By Emmanuel Mwamba A notice in the United Kingdom parliament placed by Liberal Democrat Lord Roberts is demanding answers on the whereabouts - [Ramaphosa absent from Hichilema's second inauguration](https://zambianeye.com/ramaphosa-absent-from-hichilemas-second-inauguration/) - South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was among several prominent African leaders who did not attend President Hakainde Hichilema’s swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday at National Heroes Stadium. Hichilema began his second five-year term before thousands of Zambians, who thronged the 60,000-seater stadium. According to official coverage, representatives from Beijing and Washington attended. The register, however, did - [Our politics must never be important than country, Ruto tells Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/our-politics-must-never-be-important-than-country-ruto-tells-hichilema/) - Kenyan President William Ruto has urged President Hakainde Hichilema to lead all Zambians in his second term, saying elections should determine who governs but should never determine who belongs to the nation. Speaking at President Hichilema’s inauguration at National Heroes Stadium on Monday, President Ruto emphasized national unity in the aftermath of the August 13 - [Hichilema sworn in for 2nd term, extends olive branch to political opponents](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-sworn-in-for-2nd-term-extends-olive-branch-to-political-opponents/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term at National Heroes Stadium, officially opening the 2026–2031 administration following his victory in the August 13 general election. Thousands of Zambians attended the ceremony alongside regional heads of state, senior government officials and international delegations who traveled to Lusaka for the inauguration. With - [Six Heads of State attending Hichilema’s inauguration following disputed polls](https://zambianeye.com/six-heads-of-state-attending-hichilemas-controversial-inauguration/) - Lusaka came to a near standstill on Tuesday as thousands of residents made their way to National Heroes Stadium for the swearing-in of President-elect Hakainde Hichilema. Six regional leaders touched down at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport by mid-morning to attend the afternoon ceremony. Those in the country so far are: - *Zimbabwe*: President Emmerson Dambudzo - [How to Create Animated Explainer Scenes from Text](https://zambianeye.com/how-to-create-animated-explainer-scenes-from-text/) - Explanation is harder than it looks. A concept that makes perfect sense inside someone's head often becomes confusing the moment they try to articulate it visually. An engineer understands their own technology but struggles to communicate how it actually works to someone encountering it for the first time. A scientist grasps complex processes intuitively but - [Behind Mukobeko’s Walls: Zambia’s Maximum Prison in spotlight as high-profile inmates arrive](https://zambianeye.com/behind-mukobekos-walls-zambias-maximum-prison-in-spotlight-as-high-profile-inmates-arrive/) - The gates of Mukobeko Maximum Security Prison have swung open for two more high-profile names, drawing fresh attention to the facility long known as Zambia’s toughest jail. Opposition Leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate in the just-ended general election, Makebi Zulu, were reportedly been admitted to the correctional facility recently, reigniting public debate about - [LuSE slips 0.53% as REIZ rallies 25% on local bourse](https://zambianeye.com/luse-slips-0-53-as-reiz-rallies-25-on-local-bourse/) - The Lusaka Securities Exchange cooled off last week, with the All Share Index excluding ZCCM-IH dropping by 0.53% week-on-week to close at 26,368.78 points, according to Stockbrokers Zambia Limited’s market commentary. Market activity also slowed, as turnover fell to ZMW 11 million, about USD 578,540, from ZMW 14.19 million, USD 746,132, the previous week. A - [Zambians lose thousands to fake job offers as scammers exploit economic hardships](https://zambianeye.com/zambians-lose-thousands-to-fake-job-offers-as-scammers-exploit-economic-hardships/) - The Zambia Correctional Service (ZCS) has expressed serious concern over the circulation of fake recruitment advertisements and fraudulent messages on social media platforms and other unofficial channels purporting to offer employment in the Service. In a statement, the Service strongly cautioned members of the public that Zambia Correctional Service recruitment is never conducted through private - [Mundubile, Makebi and 16 others transferred to Mukobeko Maximum Prison](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-and-16-others-transferred-to-mukobeko-maximum-prison/) - LUSAKA — Opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, his running mate Makebi Zulu and 16 other people accused in the widening treason case have reportedly been transferred to Mukobeko Maximum Security Prison in Kabwe. The reported transfer marks a major escalation in the post-election crackdown, with the 18 now facing treason charges following security operations linked - [Every night has its morning](https://zambianeye.com/every-night-has-its-morning/) - By Fred M'membe It gets dark sometimes, but the morning comes. Every night has its morning. Let's not lose hope. Let's not give up. Let's keep our principles and use them to keep hope and as an ethical compass to navigate the storm. Hope makes us stronger and bigger than we really are. This is - [Police formally charge Mundubile, Makebi 16 others with treason](https://zambianeye.com/police-formally-charge-mundubile-makebi-16-others-with-treason/) - ...Also charged include Patrick Mwansa, husband of former President Edgar Lungu's daughter Tasila Lungu, and businessman Valden Findlay Police have formally charged National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, his running mate Makebi Zulu and 16 others with one count of treason. The development has been confirmed by their lawyer - [THE BOND – Season 6 | Coming Soon on Zambian Eye YouTube](https://zambianeye.com/the-bond-season-6-coming-soon-on-zambian-eye-youtube/) - https://youtu.be/qBbB7FQZW0k Description 🌍 THE BOND – SEASON 6 Stories that connect people, cultures and communities across borders. The Bond Season 6 is coming to the Zambian Eye YouTube channel, bringing you inspiring stories and programmes from Africa, China and the wider world. 📺 Watch The Bond Season 6 on Zambian Eye YouTube and Africa TV. - [Chester, Felix and 14 others granted bail as supporters launch fundraising drive](https://zambianeye.com/chester-felix-and-14-others-granted-bail-as-supporters-launch-fundraising-drive/) - KALABO — The Kalabo Magistrate’s Court has granted bail pending trial to musician Moses Ng’andwe, popularly known as Chester, gospel musician Felix Phiri, comedian Winston Ngosa, alias IDC Light Comedy, and 13 other accused persons in a case involving alleged riotous behaviour. The 16 accused persons, who had spent 24 days in detention following their - [Mutotwe Kafwaya died in defense of democracy, this, Zambians should not forget," Ex VP Inonge Wina](https://zambianeye.com/mutotwe-kafwaya-died-in-defense-of-democracy-this-zambians-should-not-forget-ex-vp-inonge-wina/) - Former Vice President Inonge Wina has described the late former Minister of Transport and Communications, Mutotwe Kafwaya, as a man who died in defense of democracy, urging Zambians to remember his commitment to good governance and the rule of law. Wina paid tribute to Kafwaya during a funeral service held this Friday evening at the - [ECZ abandons vote tallying in Mandevu, orders fresh election](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-abandons-vote-tallying-in-mandevu-orders-fresh-election/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has set aside vote tallying for Mandevu parliamentary Constituency and ordered a fresh polls 2 weeks after the general election. The move follows a security breach that resulted in the destruction and disappearance of key election materials. In a press release issued Thursday, ECZ Chief Electoral Officer Brown - ["Freedom of assembly has limitations," police IG issues strong warning ahead of Presidential swearing-in ceremony](https://zambianeye.com/freedom-of-assembly-has-limitations-police-ig-issues-strong-warning-ahead-of-presidential-swearing-in-ceremony/) - The Zambia Police Service has issued a stern warning against has been described as planned unlawful protests and processions ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration, vowing to deal “firmly” with anyone who breaks the law. In a press statement released today, Inspector General of Police Graphael C. Musamba said the Police had received “credible intelligence” - [Mwamba accuses UN of "Failing Zambia" in Mundubile, Makebi case as envoy leave without deal](https://zambianeye.com/mwamba-accuses-un-of-failing-zambia-in-mundubile-makebi-case-as-envoy-leave-without-deal/) - Former diplomat, Emmanuel Mwamba has accused the United Nations of letting down Zambia, saying the world body’s failure to broker an agreement in the standoff over opposition leaders has left the country’s democracy more vulnerable. “The United Nations envoy’s departure without an agreement highlights an impasse that risks further destabilizing the nation’s fragile democratic fabric,” - [Africa's tourism growth hinges on access, investment and visibility](https://zambianeye.com/africas-tourism-growth-hinges-on-access-investment-and-visibility/) - -North-Western University Africa has the attractions to compete for a larger share of global tourism but sustaining the sector’s recent growth on the continent will depend on making destinations easier to reach, enter and navigate, says North-West University (NWU) tourism expert Prof. Elmarie Slabbert. Prof Slabbert is director of the Tourism Research in Economics, Environs - [Intron Unveils Sahara v2.5, Bringing Natural African Language Mixing to Voice AI](https://zambianeye.com/intron-unveils-sahara-v2-5-bringing-natural-african-language-mixing-to-voice-ai/) - -Olaide Banjo Lagos, Nigeria — 26 August 2026 — Intron, an Africa-centric voice technology platform, today unveiled Sahara v2.5, a major leap forward for African voice AI that enables computers to understand one of the continent's most common ways of communicating: mixing languages within the same sentence and conversation. Across Africa, people often move between - [Police detain Mundubile, Makebi after a warn and caution statement for treason](https://zambianeye.com/police-detain-mundubile-makebi-after-a-warn-and-caution-statement-for-treason/) - Lusaka-Thursday,27th August 2026 After hours of interrogations, Police have given Warn and Caution Statement on treason charges to leading presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile and his Running Mate, Makebi Zulu. The duo were represented by Sakwiba Sikota SC, Chifumu Banda SC and Bonaventure Mutale SC, have since been detained at Lusaka Central Police. Earlier the United - [Kafwaya family cancels funeral after finding remains without clothes](https://zambianeye.com/kafwaya-family-cancels-funeral-after-finding-remains-without-clothes/) - LUSAKA — The family of slain former Cabinet Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya has cancelled his planned funeral church service and burial procession after allegedly discovering that his remains had been received without clothes. Kafwaya was shot dead during a security operation at the residence of opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile in Lusaka. The family had scheduled - [Mundubile, Zulu detained on treason after UN handover to police](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-zulu-detained-on-treason-after-un-handover-to-police/) - Presidential candidate in the ended general elections Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu have been thrown in police cells after being formally cautioned on treason charges. The two senior Tonse-Pamodzi leaders were interrogated for hours at the Law Enforcement Agencies Command Centre near Civic Centre. They were later moved to Lusaka Central Police - [Kibombwe petitions Lusaka mayoral result, seeks to overturn Mwewa’s win](https://zambianeye.com/kibombwe-petitions-lusaka-mayoral-result-seeks-to-overturn-mwewas-win/) - The fight for Lusaka’s mayoral seat is not over yet, despite the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) having had announced the winner. The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) candidate Gabriel Kibombwe has filed a petition disputing the election and declaration of UPND’s Simon Chitambala Mwewa as mayor. Mwewa was announced by ECZ - [Kanyama Level One hospital records country’s highest number of deliveries ever](https://zambianeye.com/kanyama-level-one-hospital-records-countrys-highest-number-of-deliveries-ever/) - Kanyama Level One Hospital in Lusaka has made history in the country after delivering more babies than any other facility in Zambia, with between 35 and 50 births recorded daily. According to Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr. James Nyirenda the high numbers are linked to the township’s dense population. On busy days, the facility attends to - [Church grouping urges humane treatment for Mundubile, Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/church-grouping-urges-humane-treatment-for-mundubile-makebi/) - The Eight Church Mother Bodies have called on the State to ensure opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu are treated humanely, with dignity and fairness, as legal processes over matters raised by government begin. In a statement issued on 27 August 2026 at the Anglican Cathedral of the Holy Cross, the church grouping said - ["Which Way Zambia?" M'membe asks](https://zambianeye.com/which-way-zambia-mmembe-asks/) - We are living through very difficult and unpredictable times. Navigating our current tensions requires deliberate patience, sober-minded wisdom, and inclusive national dialogue rather than emotional reactions or divisive rhetoric. This may sound contradictory coming from a revolutionary who is seeking fundamental changes in the way our society is governed. Socialists are patriots, and we wish - [Family gathers for Kafwaya's funeral at Tabernacle of David](https://zambianeye.com/family-gathers-for-kafwayas-funeral-at-tabernacle-of-david/) - Mourners are assembled at the Tabernacle of David Assembly City Mission Church in Lusaka for the funeral service of former Lunte MP and ex-Cabinet Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya. The service started at 14:30 hours. Kafwaya served as an elder at the church for more than 20 years, and he will be buried later in his home - [DEVELOPING STORY: Several feared dead in Rufunsa bus-truck collision](https://zambianeye.com/developing-story-several-feared-dead-in-rufunsa-bus-truck-collision/) - A Chipata-bound bus belonging to Power Tools Transport has been involved in a serious road accident at Lukwipa area in Rufunsa, with several people feared dead and others still trapped in the wreckage. The accident occurred after the bus collided with a truck that was carrying soya beans. The impact of the collision left the - [Damage already done, LAZ demands answers as courts reopen after 3-day closure](https://zambianeye.com/damage-already-done-laz-demands-answers-as-courts-reopen-after-3-day-closure/) - The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has welcomed the reopening of courts but is demanding clear answers from the Judiciary over a three-day shutdown that disrupted access to justice nationwide. Courts and registries across the country resumed operations on Thursday, 27 August 2026, following their closure on Monday, 24 August. In a statement delivered by - [UN hands over Mundubile, Makebi to police](https://zambianeye.com/un-hands-over-mundubile-makebi-to-police/) - The United Nations has handed over opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu to Zambian law enforcement authorities. They are currently being questioned at the Law Enforcement Agencies Command Centre near the Civic Centre in Lusaka. The two leaders, who were the main challengers in the recently concluded general elections, had - [Judiciary distances itself from Chief Justice’s receipt of ‘Presidential Petition’ on private email](https://zambianeye.com/judiciary-distances-itself-from-chief-justices-receipt-of-presidential-petition-on-private-email/) - The Judiciary has moved to distance itself from Chief Justice Dr. Mumba Malila’s receipt of documents described as “the people’s presidential petition,” saying no such petition has been formally filed with the Constitutional Court. In a statement issued on 26th August 2026, the Judiciary said that as at close of business on 25th August 2026, - [From Grandma’s Pot to the Freezer: Why Zambian traditional foods still feed us better](https://zambianeye.com/from-grandmas-pot-to-the-freezer-why-zambian-traditional-foods-still-feed-us-better/) - In Lusaka’s Mtendere compound, 68-year-old *Bana Mary is up at 5am like she has been for 40 years. The fire is already going. On it sits a clay pot with _ifisashi_ made from pumpkin leaves pounded that morning, cooked with groundnuts and a pinch of salt. Next to it is _nshima_ made from maize - [Dolly Parton - 1946-2026: The Queen of Country music who gave her all](https://zambianeye.com/dolly-parton-1946-2026-the-queen-of-country-music-who-gave-her-all/) - Even legends will eventually lay down their armor, Dolly Parton did just that. The Queen of Country music died yesterday in Nashville at 80, her family announced. She came from humble beginnings. Parton was born in a one-roomed cabin in Locust Ridge, East Tennessee, with no running water. She was the fourth of 12 children. - [Halt Hichilema's inauguration until legal disputes are resolved, Opposition demands from AU](https://zambianeye.com/halt-hichilemas-inauguration-until-legal-disputes-are-resolved-opposition-demands-from-au/) - Tonse-Pamodzi takes Zambia election dispute to AU …Alliance asks Peace and Security Council to intervene and halt September 1 inauguration THE Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance has asked the African Union (AU) to urgently intervene in Zambia's post-election crisis citing serious and continuing breaches of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance. Former Zambia's Ambassador to Ethiopia - [UN sends representative as pressure mounts to hand over Mundubile, Zulu](https://zambianeye.com/un-sends-representative-as-pressure-mounts-to-hand-over-mundubile-zulu/) - LUSAKA — The United Nations has sent a representative to engage the Zambian authorities over the continued stay of NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu at a UN facility in Lusaka, as Government continues to push for the two opposition leaders to be handed over. Mundubile and Zulu have remained - [DAY 3 OF COURT CLOSURES: The cost of delayed justice](https://zambianeye.com/day-3-of-court-closures-the-cost-of-delayed-justice/) - Today is the third day that Zambia’s courts have remained shut, and to some analysts what started as a tense moment around the presidential election petition has grown into a much wider problem. They posit that this is no longer just about one election case and is now about whether every Zambian can walk into - ["Persecute us politicians, not ordinary citizens" — Binwell Mpundu tells President Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/persecute-us-politicians-not-ordinary-citizens-binwell-mpundu-tells-president-hichilema/) - The Brian Mundubile Movement (BM Movement) senior official Binwell Mpundu has called on President Hakainde Hichilema to stop targeting ordinary Zambians over political affiliations and instead hold fellow politicians accountable. Mpundu said the President should leave citizens alone and direct any post-election action at political leaders. "President HH, you even know that these are - [Secretary to Cabinet says Hichilema inauguration will go ahead despite petition referral](https://zambianeye.com/secretary-to-cabinet-says-hichilema-inauguration-will-go-ahead-despite-petition-referral/) - LUSAKA — The inauguration of President-elect Hakainde Hichilema will go ahead on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has announced. Kangwa said the Judiciary had not received any petition challenging the presidential election by the expiry of the seven-day period provided for filing such a petition. “In this regard, the swearing-in - [The Judiciary and Political maneuvering: Malila versus Kangwa](https://zambianeye.com/the-judiciary-and-political-maneuvering-malila-versus-kangwa/) - The Judiciary announced that the Chief Justice Dr. Mumba Malila has officially received the election petition—submitted through an unconventional and highly irregular email channel. The decision to refer the petition to the Constitution Court, despite procedural uncertainties, somewhat suggests the Judiciary’s commitment to upholding due process to address the petition on election irregularities. In stark - [ConCourt to consider presidential petition documents sent to Chief Justice](https://zambianeye.com/concourt-to-consider-presidential-petition-documents-sent-to-chief-justice/) - LUSAKA — The Constitutional Court is set to consider documents seeking to challenge the outcome of Zambia’s August 13 presidential election after they were referred to the Court by Chief Justice Mumba Malila. The Judiciary said the documents, described as “the people’s presidential petition”, were sent electronically to the Chief Justice’s private email address by - [The Bond - Season 6 | Coming On Africa TV](https://zambianeye.com/the-bond-season-6-coming-on-africa-tv/) - https://youtu.be/k7ulHYbGBJc Africa TV is bringing you The Bond – Season 6, a new collection of compelling stories exploring friendship, agriculture, history, youth and the human connections that bring people and nations together. This season features three distinctive productions: 📺 Letters Across Mountains and Seas — 1 Episode | 30 MinutesA collection of personal letters exchanged - [Courts enter day 2 of closure as security concerns continue](https://zambianeye.com/courts-enter-day-2-of-closure-as-security-concerns-continue/) - Zambian courts entered a second day of closure on Tuesday, with access to the High Court and Constitutional Court still restricted amid heightened security concerns. Court staff and members of the public could not access premises, as security personnel maintained a heavy presence around the judiciary buildings in the capital. No official timeline has been - [Botswana President Celebrates Mother’s Birthday With Heartfelt Tribute](https://zambianeye.com/botswana-president-celebrates-mothers-birthday-with-heartfelt-tribute/) - https://youtube.com/shorts/eDUjunImSJM?feature=share GABORONE, Botswana — Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko has celebrated his mother Gogo Rhoda Boko's birthday with a personal tribute, sharing a video of himself embracing her and presenting her with a birthday cake. In the message accompanying the video, President Boko expressed gratitude for the role his mother has played in his life, - [Zambia gets U-23 AFCON first round bye as qualifiers draw is conducted in Cairo](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-gets-u-23-afcon-first-round-bye-as-qualifiers-draw-is-conducted-in-cairo/) - CAIRO — Zambia will enter the 2027 CAF Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in the 2nd Round after being named among 14 teams exempted from the opening stage, following the draw held this afternoon in Cairo. The Chipolopolo U-23s were placed in Pot 4 alongside the other lowest-ranked exempted nations. That means Zambia will - [Plan B is real, documented - Lungu’s Aide](https://zambianeye.com/plan-b-is-real-documented-lungus-aide/) - The famous Plan B late former President Edgar Lungu talked about is real and documented, his Political Advisor has disclosed. After the Constitutional Court barred him from contesting future elections in a case that was suspected to be politically engineered following his growing popularity, Lungu hinted he had another option to win the 2026 elections. - [Tonse, PF Pamodzi Alliances unite as Makebi declares "2026 elections has been won today"](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-pf-pamodzi-alliances-unite-as-makebi-declares-2026-elections-has-been-won-today/) - Two major opposition alliances, the Tonse Alliance led by Brian Mundubile and the PF Pamodzi Alliance headed by Makebi Zulu, have formally agreed to work together ahead of next week’s nomination process for the August 2026 general elections. The development, which is likely to significantly reshape the opposition landscape, was announced this evening during - [Zambian Eye launches 2026 General Elections Media packages](https://zambianeye.com/zambian-eye-launches-2026-general-elections-media-packages/) - Zambian Eye is pleased to officially announce the launch of its 2026 General Election Media Packages ahead of Zambia’s August 13, 2026 General Elections. The initiative is aimed at providing professional political campaign publicity, sponsored media coverage and digital advertising services to candidates, political parties and campaign teams across the country. The media packages are - [Zambian Eye opinion poll puts Mundubile ahead of Hichilema in early Facebook vote](https://zambianeye.com/zambian-eye-opinion-poll-puts-mundubile-ahead-of-hichilema-in-early-facebook-vote/) - LUSAKA, July 12, 2026 – An online opinion poll conducted by Zambian Eye on its Facebook platform has placed National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile ahead of incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema. The poll, which asked readers "Who are you voting for? It's a two-horse race," featured the two candidates - [Tanzanian Vice President Resigns Less Than a Year Into Office, Quits Active Politics](https://zambianeye.com/tanzanian-vice-president-resigns-less-than-a-year-into-office-quits-active-politics/) - DAR ES SALAAM — Tanzanian Vice President Dr Emmanuel John Nchimbi has resigned from office barely a year after being appointed, and has announced he is retiring from active politics. Dr Nchimbi tendered his resignation on Tuesday. He will officially leave office on September 4 this year. In his resignation letter, Dr Nchimbi recalled a - [TECHNOLOGY: Real cost of online money games flooding Zambian phones](https://zambianeye.com/technology-real-cost-of-online-money-games-flooding-zambian-phones/) - The advent of online money games has taken the continent by storm and Zambia has not been left behind in this play and win instant cash jamboree. Over the last two to three years there has been a boom in apps and sites promising users that they can win real money by playing games - [2026 is proving to be a defining year in geopolitics](https://zambianeye.com/2026-is-proving-to-be-a-defining-year-in-geopolitics/) - Not since the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq reshaped global security after 2001 or, more significantly, since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, has the international order undergone change on the scale we are witnessing today. The US–Israeli war with Iran has proved more - [Inside the Private Terminal Experience: The Luxury, Privacy, and Efficiency Behind Every Private Jet Flight | Hera Flight](https://zambianeye.com/inside-the-private-terminal-experience-the-luxury-privacy-and-efficiency-behind-every-private-jet-flight-hera-flight/) - Explore the complete private terminal experience in business aviation. Learn how FBOs provide VIP service, privacy, luxury lounges, expedited boarding, enhanced security, and seamless travel for private jet passengers. When most people imagine private aviation, they immediately think of sleek business jets, luxurious cabins, and exclusive travel. While the aircraft itself is undoubtedly an important - [Kasonde, 2 Others File Petition Challenging August 13 Presidential Election Results](https://zambianeye.com/kasonde-2-others-file-petition-challenging-august-13-presidential-election-results/) - Zambia’s August 13 presidential election has been taken to court after former Law Association of Zambia President Linda Kasonde and two other petitioners filed a challenge against the declaration of President Hakainde Hichilema as winner. The other petitioners are governance activist Brebner Changala and the LCK Freedom Foundation Limited. They have named the Electoral Commission - [Police addresses 'courts' closure says "we're carrying out threats' assessments](https://zambianeye.com/police-addresses-courts-closure-says-were-carrying-out-threats-assessments/) - The Zambia Police Service says it has begun conducting intelligence-led security risk assessments at key government premises across the country, including institutions under the Ministry of Justice and the Attorney General’s Chambers. In a press statement issued on 24 August 2026 and signed by Inspector General of Police Graphel C. Musamba, the service said the - [LINK: Over 3000 Zambians sign petition pleading with ICC to intervene in country's post-election crisis](https://zambianeye.com/link-over-3000-zambians-sign-petition-pleading-with-icc-to-intervene-in-countrys-post-election-crisis/) - More than 3000 Zambians have signed a petition seeking the intervention of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in addressing what is being called the country's post-election crisis. The petition prepared by Voice of Zambia Chairperson Beverly Kunda is calling on the ICC to investigate and take action against what she describes as injustices taking place - [Africa will rise to the top globally through stronger intra-African trade](https://zambianeye.com/africa-will-rise-to-the-top-globally-through-stronger-intra-african-trade/) - South Africa and Zimbabwe have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation through several agreements and Memoranda of Understanding covering agriculture, trade, investment, gender equality, correctional services, diplomacy, arts and culture, writes Gautam Karve. The agreements were signed in Pretoria at the conclusion of the Fourth Session of the South Africa–Zimbabwe Bi-National Commission, co-chaired by - [Elections blamed as LuSE CEO says investor confidence collapsed in Q1](https://zambianeye.com/elections-blamed-as-luse-ceo-says-investor-confidence-collapsed-in-q1/) - The Lusaka Securities Exchange says market activity remained “stunted and subdued” in the first half of the year, with the bourse’s Chief Executive Officer directly attributing the lack of investor confidence to elections. LuSE Chief Executive Officer Nicholas Kabaso says liquidity was a major challenge during the period. Kabaso attributes the subdued activity to factors - [When the Courts close, who protects the constitution?](https://zambianeye.com/when-the-courts-close-who-protects-the-constitution/) - By Thandiwe Ketiš Ngoma What is happening in Zambia today is deeply disturbing. The closure of courts across the country, particularly on a day when the constitutional window for challenging the presidential election is at stake, raises serious questions about access to justice, judicial independence and the rule of law. Let us be clear: - [A NATION IN TURMOIL: The dark hours of Zambia's stolen election](https://zambianeye.com/a-nation-in-turmoil-the-dark-hours-of-zambias-stolen-election/) - In the heart of Southern Africa, Zambia stands at a crossroads, its democratic foundations shaken by a storm of betrayal and power plays that cling fiercely to the corridors of power. Last week’s presidential election, rather than a celebration of the people’s voice, has been marred by problems so grave threatening to unravel the - [Lawyers body engage Chief Justice, Attorney General as churches preach political tolerance](https://zambianeye.com/lawyers-body-engage-chief-justice-attorney-general-as-churches-preach-political-tolerance/) - The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) says it is currently engaging the Chief Justice and the Attorney General concerning the closure of courts and its implications, as the country’s three Church Mother Bodies warn against political hostility and the erosion of democratic values in post-election Zambia. In a press statement dated 24th August 2026, LAZ - [Tonse Parliamentary Candidate leaves Matero election petition to God](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-parliamentary-candidate-leaves-matero-election-petition-to-god/) - LUSAKA — TONSE Alliance backed NRP-UP parliamentary candidate for Matero, Patrick Mwamba Salubusa, has decided not to petition the outcome of the August 13, 2026 general election, saying he has chosen to leave the matter in God’s hands. Salubusa said the decision followed prayer and reflection during yesterday’s English Mass at Lilanda Catholic Church, where - [Court premises countrywide closed as Mundubile 7-day election petition deadline ends](https://zambianeye.com/con-court-premises-closed-as-mundubile-7-day-election-petition-deadline-ends/) - As the political situation in Zambia remains tense with it seems opposition presidential candidate Brian Muntayalwa Mundubile who is expected to contest the presidential election results and the way the electoral process was handled may not be able to do so. Mundubile now has less than 24 hours left to lodge his petition, however, the - [“Thank God Mundubile lost” - Kabimba warns Zambia could have faced civil war](https://zambianeye.com/thank-god-mundubile-lost-kabimba-warns-zambia-could-have-faced-civil-war/) - LUSAKA — Former Justice Minister and Economic Front president Wynter Kabimba says Zambia could have descended into civil war had opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu won the August 13 presidential election. Kabimba, a former PF Secretary General, said the country had potentially avoided a much more serious crisis by - [NRP-UP withdraws from Tonse Pamodzi Alliance amid uncertainty over election petition](https://zambianeye.com/nrp-up-withdraws-from-tonse-pamodzi-alliance-amid-uncertainty-over-election-petition/) - LUSAKA, Zambia — The NRP-UP has withdrawn from the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance, a move that could have significant implications for the opposition alliance's political future and its pending challenge to the outcome of Zambia's presidential election. NRP-UP Secretary General Nonde Mubanga announced the decision at a media briefing on Sunday evening, saying it had been - [How Hichilema stole Zambia’s election](https://zambianeye.com/how-hichilema-stole-zambias-election/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa The 2026 election was the first competitive election that Hakainde Hichilema has ever managed. The 2006 internal party election that brought him to the helm of the then main opposition United Party for National Development (UPND) and the 2021 poll that secured him the Zambian presidency were both organised by his opponents, - [Advertise with Zambian Eye](https://zambianeye.com/advertise-with-zambian-eye/) - ADVERTISE WITH ZAMBIAN EYE Put Your Brand in Front of a Growing Audience 24-Hour Breaking News. One Powerful Digital Audience. Zambian Eye provides businesses, organisations, institutions, political parties, candidates and individuals with an opportunity to reach an engaged online audience through strategically positioned advertising and sponsored content. Whether you are launching a product, promoting a - [Commonwealth demands end to arbitrary arrests in Zambia, release of political detainees](https://zambianeye.com/commonwealth-demands-end-to-arbitrary-arrests-in-zambia-release-of-political-detainees/) - LUSAKA, Zambia — The Commonwealth has called for an immediate end to what it describes as arbitrary arrests in Zambia and urged authorities to release people detained for political reasons, as concerns grow over the country's post-election situation. In a statement issued on 21 August 2026, Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey called on Zambia to uphold - [Rwanda hosts 20th Africa Food Systems Forum as leaders converge on food, jobs and investment](https://zambianeye.com/rwanda-hosts-20th-africa-food-systems-forum-as-leaders-converge-on-food-jobs-and-investment/) - More than 5,000 African and global leaders, policymakers, investors, scientists, entrepreneurs and young innovators from over 50 countries will converge in Kigali next month for the 20th Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF), as the continent seeks to turn two decades of food-systems commitments into investment, jobs and measurable action. Running under the theme “Investing - [Con Court orders Auditor General Mwambwa to vacate office over retirement age](https://zambianeye.com/con-court-orders-auditor-general-mwambwa-to-vacate-office-over-retirement-age/) - The Constitutional Court has ordered Auditor General Dr. Ron Mwambwa to vacate his office on grounds that he is above the mandatory retirement age. The ruling comes after the Law Association of Zambia — LAZ — won a petition in which it asked the court to pronounce itself on the appointment of an Auditor General - [Sloo Beats joins Stanbic Music Festival 2026 line-up as countdown to showcase begins](https://zambianeye.com/sloo-beats-joins-stanbic-music-festival-2026-line-up-as-countdown-to-showcase-begins/) - The country’s premier or biggest music festival is turning up the heat with another local heavyweight in the Zambian entertainment sector added to the bill. Open-format DJ, producer and artist Sloo Beats, real name Subilanga Kitalima, has been confirmed for the Stanbic Music Festival 2026, organisers announced this week. “SLOO BEATS joins the SMF2026 lineup. - ["I don't want to lose my life": Mainda Simataa quits active politics](https://zambianeye.com/i-dont-want-to-lose-my-life-mainda-simataa-quits-active-politics/) - Former Kamwala Ward Councillor and Kabwata aspiring Independent MP, Mainda Simataa, has announced his immediate retirement from active Zambian politics, citing fears for his safety amid what he described as a hostile political environment. In a press statement released on 21.08.26, Simataa said his decision was not because he lost the Kabwata parliamentary seat in - ['Petitioning presidential results would be biggest mistake, I won't be part of it,'- Zumani Zimba](https://zambianeye.com/petitioning-presidential-results-would-be-biggest-mistake-i-wont-be-part-of-it-zumani-zimba/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) Presidential advisor Dr Chris Zumani Zimba has warned against challenging the presidential election results in court describing it as a big mistake. He instead called for dialogue saying that is the best foot forward. "With such fire, petitioning Presidential Results Will Be a Big mistake!" He - [Top 7 Most Reliable Japanese Used Cars for Zambian Car Buyers](https://zambianeye.com/top-7-most-reliable-japanese-used-cars-for-zambian-car-buyers/) - Japanese used cars are popular for all the right reasons. They provide an option that is not only practical but also easy on the wallet, and they glide on the road as smoothly as butter. People who are looking for a car they can trust and that is easy to maintain: these are some of - [Africa's First Full-Stack Hydrogen Hub Powers Up in Namibia](https://zambianeye.com/africas-first-full-stack-hydrogen-hub-powers-up-in-namibia/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tj-GJjXYFt4 20 August 2026, Johannesburg: Namibia is demonstrating what is possible in Africa's energy transition with the continent's first fully integrated green hydrogen facility. The CMB.TECH Namibia facility in Walvis Bay brings together solar power generation, green hydrogen production, and energy storage in a single operational ecosystem, demonstrating how clean energy can be produced at - [Police summon Mundubile, Makebi over alleged national security threats](https://zambianeye.com/police-summon-mundubile-makebi-over-alleged-national-security-threats/) - The Zambia Police Service (ZPS) has summoned former Leader of Opposition in Parliament Brian Mundubile and lawyer Makebi Zulu for questioning over alleged links to “serious national security threats,” Inspector General of Police Graphel C. Musamba has announced. In a statement issued Thursday, Musamba said police, working with other Law Enforcement Agencies, have been conducting - [Immigration Department Arrests Tonse Alliance Deputy Secretary General Celestine Mukandila](https://zambianeye.com/immigration-department-arrests-tonse-alliance-deputy-secretary-general-celestine-mukandila/) - The Department of Immigration has arrested Celestine Mukandila, deputy secretary general of the Tonse Alliance, over issues relating to his immigration status. In a statement issued Thursday, Chief Public Relations Officer Namati Nshinka said Mukandila, 36, was apprehended at his home in Mapepe, Chilanga, on the outskirts of Lusaka. “Mr. Celestin Mukandila, 36, was apprehended - [Trade picks up at Chirundu as Zambia’s election ends amid full throttle 24-hour border activity](https://zambianeye.com/trade-picks-up-at-chirundu-as-zambias-election-ends-amid-full-throttle-24-hour-border-activity/) - Trade and transport activity at Chirundu Border Post is gradually increasing following Zambia’s re-election of President-elect Hakainde Hichilema. Zimbabwe and Zambia have agreed to operate Chirundu as a 24-hour border from 31 December 2025 to cut congestion and boost regional trade. Both countries also scrapped transit duties on petroleum products. Though, the border had largely - [FQM, Inde Credit team up to finance Zambian SMEs in the mining supply chain](https://zambianeye.com/fqm-inde-credit-team-up-to-finance-zambian-smes-in-the-mining-supply-chain/) - First Quantum Minerals Zambia and Inde Credit have partnered to make it easier for Zambian-owned suppliers and contractors to access finance and compete in the mining sector. The collaboration was announced as part of efforts to support implementation of SI 68 of 2025 — the Local Content Regulations — which push for greater participation of - [Woman Accused of Witchcraft and Set Ablaze By Son Passes Away](https://zambianeye.com/woman-accused-of-witchcraft-and-set-ablaze-by-son-passes-away-in-calabar-cross-river-state/) - By Leo Igwe The Advocacy for Alleged Witches is outraged over the death of Atim Emmanuel Akposi, also known as Atim Eyo. Her death underscores the vicious impact of witchcraft suspicion and accusation on innocent lives. Akposi's son, Emmanuel, accused her of witchcraft. He claimed that the mother was responsible for the death of his - ["They worked with insiders trying to steal your vote,"- President-elect Hichilema tells youths](https://zambianeye.com/they-worked-with-insiders-trying-to-steal-your-vote-president-elect-hichilema-tells-youths/) - President-elect Hakainde Hichilema this afternoon engaged youths at Community House in Lusaka, where he reflected on the just-ended elections and outlined plans for young people after inauguration. Welcoming the youths to the premises, Hichilema said: "Welcome to Community House this your house. We bought this place 26 years ago and named it Community House. Feel - [Reactions pour in after Mutotwe Kafwaya's death](https://zambianeye.com/reactions-pour-in-after-mutotwe-kafwayas-death/) - Reactions have continued to pour in following the death of former Cabinet Minister and Tonse Pamodzi Alliance chairperson for finance, Mutotwe Kafwaya, with opposition figures and members of the public expressing grief, anger and calls for accountability. Tonse Pamodzi Alliance running mate Makebi Zulu described Kafwaya's death as something that “didn’t have to end like - [Statement: Mutotwe Kafwaya Was Killed in Kabulonga Gunfire, 11 Arrested](https://zambianeye.com/statement-mutotwe-kafwaya-was-killed-in-kabulonga-gunfire-11-arrested/) - The Central Joint Operations Committee (CJOC) has released a detailed account of the August 14 intelligence-led operation in Lusaka’s Kabulonga area, confirming for the first time that former Minister and Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Chairperson of Finance Mutotwe Kafwaya was the unidentified man fatally wounded during an exchange of gunfire between security forces and occupants of - [Kafwaya's death has sent "a cold chill" down our spines - M'membe](https://zambianeye.com/kafwayas-death-has-sent-a-cold-chill-down-our-spines-mmembe/) - LUSAKA — Socialist Party president Fred M’membe says the death of former Cabinet minister and Tonse Pamodzi Alliance finance chairperson Mutotwe Kafwaya has sent “a cold chill down our spines”, describing the killing as frightening, saddening and deeply disturbing. M’membe was reacting to the confirmation by Zambia’s Inspector General of Police, Graphael Musamba, that Kafwaya - [Police confirm Mutotwe Kafwaya dead after Kabulonga shootout](https://zambianeye.com/police-confirm-mutotwe-kafwaya-dead-after-kabulonga-shootout/) - LUSAKA — Zambia’s Inspector General of Police, Graphael Musamba, has confirmed the death of former Cabinet Minister and Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Chairperson for Finance Mutotwe Kafwaya, saying he was shot during an exchange of fire at opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile’s residence in Lusaka. The confirmation marks a dramatic turn in a case that has - [ZNS Troops Move Against Cadres Holding Traders Hostage in Lusaka City Market](https://zambianeye.com/zns-troops-move-against-cadres-holding-traders-hostage-in-lusaka-city-market/) - Zambia National Service (ZNS) troops have moved to restore calm at City and Soweto Markets in Lusaka following reports of traders being harassed, intimidated and forced to pay money by cadres in the aftermath of the elections. The intervention has resulted in the apprehension of eight suspected cadres, including three women, at City Market, who - [Mundubile takes 2026 election battle to court, says "let the evidence speak"](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-takes-2026-election-battle-to-court-says-let-the-evidence-speak/) - LUSAKA — Zambia’s leading opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has formally confirmed that he will challenge the outcome of the 2026 presidential election through the constitutional and judicial process, setting the stage for a legal battle over the conduct and credibility of the poll. In a statement issued in Lusaka on Wednesday, August 19, Mundubile - [NRPUP President Tembo concedes defeat as Mukandila rejects supporting 'politically beneficial' wrongdoing](https://zambianeye.com/nrpup-president-tembo-concedes-defeat-as-mukandila-rejects-supporting-politically-beneficial-wrongdoing/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) president Ezra Tembo and Secretary-General Nonde Mubanga have conceded defeat in the just-ended general election. They have since congratulated President-elect Hakainde Hichilema and the United Party for National Development (UPND) for emerging victorious, saying the decision follows consultations with Tonse Alliance leadership. The party has also - [Chitambala Mwewa finally declared Mayor of Lusaka](https://zambianeye.com/chitambala-mwewa-finally-declared-mayor-of-lusaka/) - Chitambala Mwewa has at last been declared the winner of the Lusaka mayoral polls, riding on the United Party for National Development (UPND) ticket, after the finalisation of the 2026 general elections. Mwewa won the Lusaka mayoral seat after securing 200,029 votes. The declaration by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) puts to rest the - [Some SADC member states stay silent on congratulating Hichilema on disputed win](https://zambianeye.com/sadc-leaders-stay-silent-as-world-congratulates-hichilema-on-disputed-win/) - A number world leaders have sent messages of congratulations to President-elect Hakainde Hichilema following his disputed victory in the just ended presidential polls, however what is striking is how Southern African Development Community (SADC) leaders have largely remained silent up to now. Apparently, this is being read with different lenses with some political watchers giving - [UN agency program gives young Zambian innovators tools to turn ideas into saleable solutions](https://zambianeye.com/un-agency-program-gives-young-zambian-innovators-tools-to-turn-ideas-into-saleable-solutions/) - From Lusaka Province, he applied to join the UniPod’s RootLab Ignite programme and made his way to the Copperbelt for the week-long bootcamp focused on turning early-stage ideas into saleable products. Young Zambian innovative student Emmanuel Njobvu's perspective began to be shaped by exposure to a more structured innovation environment where he developed his idea - [Bishop Trevor Mwamba's arrest debate and role of the church in politics](https://zambianeye.com/bishop-trevor-mwambas-arrest-debate-and-role-of-the-church-in-politics/) - The recent arrest of Bishop Trevor Mwamba at a political meeting which took place amid alleged shootings at National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity NRPUP president Brian Mundubile's residence has gotten citizens talking. It has generated a heated debate in social media circles, with some saying it was in bad taste for the State - [Fire guts 20 makeshift shops in Kamwala trading area](https://zambianeye.com/fire-guts-20-makeshift-shops-in-kamwala-trading-area/) - About 20 makeshift trading structures were gutted by fire at Kamwala Trading Area in Lusaka on Tuesday night, police have confirmed. According to the Zambia Police Service, the incident occurred “at Kamwala Trading Area, behind Downtown Shopping Mall along the railway line, on August 18, 2026, around 20:40 hours.” “Kabwata Police Station received a report - [Mopani postpones 2026 IRH-Mopani Challenge Cup](https://zambianeye.com/mopani-postpones-2026-irh-mopani-challenge-cup/) - Mopani Copper Mines PLC has postponed the 2026 IRH–Mopani Challenge Cup, pushing back the two-legged fixture that was set for Saturday, 22nd August and Saturday, 29th August 2026. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the mining firm said the decision was made after “consultations with key stakeholders”. “The decision follows consultations with key stakeholders and - [Zambia’s election was flawed and may need to be rerun](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-election-was-flawed-and-may-need-to-be-rerun/) - By Nic Cheeseman and Nicole Beardsworth Zambia’s election was not supposed to end like this. For much of the campaign, President Hakainde Hichilema looked well-placed to secure a second term. Instead, the country has emerged from the 13 August vote with its democratic credibility in serious doubt. The most troubling evidence that Zambia’s general election - [Independent MPs hit record 20](https://zambianeye.com/independent-mps-hit-record-20/) - ...AS GIVEN KATUTA URGES THEM TO PROTECT THEIR INDEPENDENCE LUSAKA — Zambia has recorded a historic rise in the number of independent Members of Parliament, with 20 Independent MPs elected in the 2026 general election, according to former Chienge Independent MP and 2026 presidential candidate Rev. Dr. Given Katuta Mwelwa. Katuta says the 20 MPs - [Mundubile rejects election results, vows legal fight](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-rejects-election-results-vows-legal-fight/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity president Brian Mundubile has rejected the outcome of Zambia’s 2026 presidential election, saying it does not accurately reflect what happened during the voting process. In a statement issued after results were announced, Mundubile said the NRPUP had documented alleged irregularities covering ballot security, the transportation and handling - ["It was a tough competition" says President-elect Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/it-was-a-tough-competition-says-president-elect-hichilema/) - President-elect Hakainde Hichilema says the just ended election was not a walk in the park, as he addressed the nation for the first time after being re-elected into office. Hichilema framed who process as having been a tough competition, whose outcome is a collective win for every Zambian citizen. “There is no winner or loser - [Spread business portfolios as cushion in times of economic distress, SEC](https://zambianeye.com/spread-business-portfolios-as-cushion-in-times-of-economic-distress-sec/) - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zambia is urging Zambian businesses to embrace diversification as a core strategy for managing risk and building more resilient companies. According to the SEC, diversification is about spreading investments across different assets, sectors, or companies, instead of putting all resources into one area. The regulator says this approach helps - [We're going to court, NRPUP vows constitutional court challenge as post-election tensions mount](https://zambianeye.com/nrpup-petitions-results-in-constitutional-court/) - The National Revolution for Progress and Unity Party says it is preparing to petition the August 13 election results in the Constitutional Court, as anxiety grows among Alliance supporters. In a video address circulated Monday, NRPUP official Munir Zulu admitted there is "a lot of anxiety and panic" within the alliance ranks over communication from - [Kwacha trades steady against major currencies as export inflows offer support](https://zambianeye.com/kwacha-trades-steady-against-major-currencies-as-export-inflows-offer-support/) - The Zambian Kwacha was trading relatively steady against key convertible currencies on Monday morning, with Zanaco quoting the US Dollar at K18.7274 buying and K19.1000 selling at 07:53 on 18th August, 2026. The British Pound was at K25.3550 buying and K25.8595 selling, while the Euro traded at K21.6732 buying and K21.1045 selling. The South African - [Our vote was stolen, people intimidated and harassed- Kasonde Mwenda](https://zambianeye.com/our-vote-was-stolen-people-intimidated-and-harassed-kasonde-mwenda/) - Economic Freedom Fighters President Kasonde Mwenda has alleged that the will of Zambians was not reflected in the announced results of the August 13 election, saying "our vote was stolen" and that Alliance members faced intimidation and harassment. In a statement addressed to Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance President Brian Mundubile and the entire Alliance Executive, Mwenda expressed - [SADC observers praise calm vote but flag secrecy, violence and funding gaps in Zambia’s 2026 election](https://zambianeye.com/sadc-observers-praise-calm-vote-but-flag-secrecy-violence-and-funding-gaps-in-zambias-2026-election/) - The Southern African Development Community has given Zambia’s August 13 polls a mixed assessment, calling the voting peaceful overall while warning that ballot secrecy breaches, political violence and weak party funding laws need urgent attention. The SADC Electoral Observation Mission, SEOM, deployed 106 observers to all 10 provinces and visited 277 polling stations. In its - [Mundubile, Zulu Seek Refuge at UN Office Amid Militia Allegations- reports](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-zulu-seek-refuge-at-un-office-amid-militia-allegations-reports/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu have taken refuge at a United Nations agency premises in Lusaka, citing fears of arrest over allegations linking them to a militia group. According to _News Diggers_, citing impeccable sources within Cabinet Office, the two opposition leaders - [President-elect 'Hichilema' named as next SADC Chairperson, Lusaka to host 47th Summit](https://zambianeye.com/president-elect-hichilema-named-as-next-sadc-chairperson-lusaka-to-host-47th-summit/) - Zambia will host the next Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit, this comes after regional leaders concluded the 46th Ordinary Summit in Durban, South Africa on 17th August 2026, where South African President Cyril Ramaphosa assumed Chairperson and named Zambia as the Incoming Chair. The communique confirmed that the 47th SADC Summit of Heads of - [Tonse Alliance slams toxic politics, urges Hichilema to unite Zambia](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-alliance-slams-toxic-politics-urges-hichilema-to-unite-zambia/) - The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has blasted the conduct of the 2026 election campaigns and warned that Zambia is deeply wounded, calling on President Hakainde Hichilema to lead a national healing process. In a hard-hitting statement this morning, Tonse Alliance Secretary General Celestin Mukandila said the country witnessed “inflammatory statements and unacceptable actions” that must never - [Hichilema declared winner of Zambia's tightly contested election](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-declared-winner-of-zambias-tightly-contested-election/) - LUSAKA — Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema has been declared the winner of Zambia’s 13 August 2026 general election, securing a second term after a tightly contested presidential race. Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chairperson and Presidential Returning Officer Mwangala Zalomisi declared Hichilema the winner after the commission completed the announcement of the presidential results. Hichilema - ["He was reportedly shot during raid, where is he?" Kafwaya's wife demands answers from government](https://zambianeye.com/he-was-reportedly-shot-during-raid-where-is-he-kafwayas-wife-demands-answers-from-government/) - Tears, prayer and desperation filled a small living room on Monday as Dinis Ngandu Kafwaya made a public appeal for the government to tell her what has happened to her husband, former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya. Sitting with other women from Tabernacle of David Church, a visibly distraught Mrs Kafwaya said the family has not - [ERB approves 23 licences worth ZMW 18.4 billion in energy investments](https://zambianeye.com/erb-approves-23-licences-worth-zmw-18-4-billion-in-energy-investments/) - The Energy Regulation Board has approved 23 licences, 20 construction permits and several inclusions to existing licences representing approximately ZMW 18.4 billion in proposed investment across Zambia’s energy sector. The approvals, granted at the ERB Licensing Committee meeting held on 10th August 2026, are valued at about US$ 971.5 million and cover the electricity, renewable - [NRPUP has no militia, we do not support violence, nor attempts to overthrow the constitutional order- Mundubile orders Kangwa to withdraw allegations](https://zambianeye.com/weve-no-inclinations-to-overthrow-constitutional-order-withdraw-militia-allegations-immediately-mundubile-tells-kangwa/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has refuted allegations by the the that his party was planning to disturb the constitutional order in the country. In a statement on his verified social media handle, Mundubile said the serious allegations coming from government that senior NRPUP members were arrested - [Hichilema 'doubles' lead, as ecZ ignores call to stop the count](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-doubles-lead-as-ecz-ignores-call-to-stop-the-count/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has opened a commanding lead over challenger Brian Mundubile as the Electoral Commission of Zambia released consolidated results from 161 of 226 constituencies, despite mounting pressure from the opposition to halt the presidential tally. According to the latest ECZ figures, Hichilema has 2,057,986 votes while National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity - [Mundubile calls for urgent investigation into handling of G20 forms](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-urges-law-enforcement-agencies-to-immediately-intervene-alleges-tampering-with-presidential-results/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has called on law enforcement agencies, the Electoral Commission of Zambia, and election observers to intervene immediately, alleging irregularities in the handling of presidential election results forms. In a video address posted on his verified social media handle, Mundubile said he had received - [Tonse Alliance partner thrown out of National election results centre after grabbing microphone to declare suspension of Thursday's election](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-alliance-partner-thrown-out-of-national-election-results-centre-after-grabbing-microphone-to-declare-suspension-of-thursdays-election/) - Drama erupted at the National Results Tallying Centre at Mulungushi International Conference Centre on this after Tonse Alliance official Enock Tonga stormed the podium and called for the presidential election to be scrapped. Video clips shared online show Tonga addressing the room and demanding that ECZ immediately stop announcing results. Within minutes, security officers moved - [Kwacha firms to K18.88/$ during elections as investors adopt wait and see approach](https://zambianeye.com/kwacha-firms-to-k18-88-during-elections-as-investors-adopt-wait-and-see-approach/) - The Kwacha has held firm at K18.88 against the US dollar during Zambia’s voting and vote counting period, but currency dealers say the stability is masking deep investor caution as the country awaits final presidential results. According to mid-market data, the local currency closed at K18.97 per dollar on Saturday, after trading between K18.75 and - [Makebi demands suspension of presidential results, cites 'systemic tampering' in Lusaka, Copperbelt](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-demands-suspension-of-presidential-results-cites-systemic-tampering-in-lusaka-copperbelt/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential running mate Makebi Zulu has demanded that the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) immediately stop announcing presidential results, accusing officials of presiding over widespread manipulation during the vote count. In a live broadcast, Zulu said evidence collected by the NRPUP and its alliance partners showed - [How Hichilema stole first competitive election he managed?](https://zambianeye.com/how-hichilema-stole-first-competitive-election-he-managed/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa The 2026 election was the first competitive election that Hakainde Hichilema has ever managed. The 2006 internal party election that brought him to the helm of the then main opposition United Party for National Development (UPND) and the 2021 poll that secured him the Zambian presidency were both organised by his opponents, - [Government Says Kabulonga Operation Targeted Suspected Militia, Mundubile Found at Scene](https://zambianeye.com/government-says-kabulonga-operation-targeted-suspected-militia-mundubile-found-at-scene/) - LUSAKA — Government has broken its silence over the security operation at the residence of NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile in Lusaka’s Kabulonga area, saying the operation was targeting suspected militia members and other persons of interest linked to alleged activities posing a threat to State security. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa made the - [Makebi Zulu Addresses Nation Amid Heightened Tensions Over Election Results](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-addresses-nation-amid-heightened-tensions-over-election-results/) - NRP-UP running mate Makebi Zulu has addressed the nation this evening amid heightened tensions as results from the 13 August 2026 general election continue to be counted, verified and announced. In his address, Zulu has made a number of demands concerning the ongoing electoral process and the handling of the results. Watch his full address - [Catholic Bishops Raise Alarm Over Election Tallying, Ballot Custody and Army Deployment](https://zambianeye.com/catholic-bishops-raise-alarm-over-election-tallying-ballot-custody-and-army-deployment/) - LUSAKA — The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has raised serious concerns over the conduct of the 2026 general election and developments surrounding the counting and tallying of votes, warning that delays and the involvement of security agencies could undermine public confidence in the electoral process. In a pastoral statement on the conduct and - [Hichilema widens lead as Southern, Western and North-Western results come in](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-widens-lead-as-southern-western-and-north-western-results-come-in/) - LUSAKA — President Hakainde Hichilema has significantly widened his lead in Zambia's presidential election as results from his traditional strongholds continue to be added to the national tally. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), at its 2pm CAT announcement, said results had been consolidated from 105 of the country's 226 constituencies. The latest consolidated figures - [Hichilema maintains lead as Mundubile continues to dominate North and East in 70 constituencies](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-maintains-lead-as-mundubile-continues-to-dominate-north-and-east-in-70-constituencies/) - LUSAKA — President Hakainde Hichilema has maintained the overall lead in Zambia's presidential election as the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) continues announcing results from constituencies across the country. With results from 70 of the 226 constituencies now consolidated, Hichilema is leading Brian Mundubile with 626,434 votes against Mundubile's 505,795. The latest figures continue to - [Civil Society groups raise alarm over Zambia's electrical environment](https://zambianeye.com/civil-society-groups-raise-alarm-over-zambias-electrical-environment/) - LUSAKA — A coalition of 10 Zambian civil society organisations has raised serious concerns over the conduct of the 2026 general election, calling for greater transparency from the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), accountability over the reported detention of opposition figures and strict adherence to constitutional and civilian processes. In a joint statement issued in - [Mundubile wins across North and East, but huge Southern margins keep Hichilema ahead](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-wins-across-north-and-east-but-huge-southern-margins-keep-hichilema-ahead/) - LUSAKA — The latest Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) results are continuing to show a striking contrast in the presidential race: Brian Mundubile is winning a larger number of constituencies across the North and East, but President Hakainde Hichilema is building a substantial national advantage through exceptionally large victories in Southern Province. The ECZ announced - [Mutoto Kafwaya and others were shoot at - Mundubile addresses the Nation](https://zambianeye.com/mutoto-kafwaya-and-others-were-shoot-at-mundubile-addresses-the-nation/) - https://youtu.be/W_UNze28pMA?si=jcM3-1eXFEk1l6Iv NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has addressed the nation this evening amid heightened political tensions in Zambia, following reports of a security operation at his residence. In his address, Mundubile speaks about the events surrounding the reported raid on his home, the treatment of his family and associates, and the wider political situation facing - [Mundubile wins more constituencies, but Hichilema leads by 73, 538 votes in 27 Constituencies ECZ results](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-wins-more-constituencies-but-hichilema-leads-by-73-538-votes-in-27-constituencies-ecz-results/) - LUSAKA — NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has won more of the constituencies contained in the latest detailed batch of results, but President Hakainde Hichilema maintains a substantial overall lead in the figures available for the two leading candidates. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has so far consolidated presidential results from 27 constituencies, including - [Brenda Nyirenda returns Lundazi seat with a landslide as NRPUP sweeps Local Govt.](https://zambianeye.com/brenda-nyirenda-returns-lundazi-seat-with-a-landslide-as-nrpup-sweeps-local-govt/) - NRP-UP has recorded a major victory in Lundazi Central Constituency after Brenda Nyirenda retained her parliamentary seat with a landslide victory over her closest challenger, Golden Tembo of the UPND. Nyirenda was officially declared the duly elected Member of Parliament by Lundazi District Returning Officer Joseph Mugolo at the constituency tallying centre. The final parliamentary - [Mundubile Says Soldiers Raided His Home, Says He Survived Assassination Attempt](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-says-soldiers-raided-his-home-says-he-survived-assassination-attempt/) - ...Says Family Brutalised in Night of Chaos LUSAKA — NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says he survived what he describes as an assassination attempt after more than 30 soldiers allegedly raided his residence in Kabulonga, Lusaka, in a dramatic incident he says left his family traumatised, his property damaged and several people around him unaccounted - [ECZ announces first consolidated election results from four constituencies](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-announces-first-consolidated-election-results-from-four-constituencies/) - LUSAKA — The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has announced the first batch of consolidated results from four of the country's 226 constituencies, marking the beginning of the official national results process. The results, announced at about 11pm CAT after the scheduled 10pm announcement was delayed, cover Kundabwika (Kaputa district) Constituency in Northern Province, Chisamba - [Makebi Zulu says Mundubile and family picked up by Military](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-says-mundubile-and-family-picked-up-by-military/) - NRP-UP presidential running mate Makebi Zulu has said that presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and members of his family have been picked up from his residence in Kabulonga, Lusaka, by heavily armed security personnel. Zulu claims that more than 40 soldiers and other security personnel were involved in the operation and alleges that Mundubile and his - [Mundubile confirms he is being interrogated by Zambia Army](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-confirms-he-is-being-interrogated-by-zambia-army/) - NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has confirmed that he is currently being interrogated by officers from the Zambia Army over two videos he released earlier today. Mundubile made the disclosure in an urgent statement posted on his Facebook page tonight, following conflicting reports about his whereabouts. “Just to confirm that I am being interrogated by - [ECZ resumes vote counting, announcement; warns against self-declarations](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-resumes-vote-counting-announcement-warns-against-self-declarations/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia has lifted the nationwide suspension of vote counting and announcement, and will begin releasing the first official presidential results tonight at 22:00 hours. ECZ Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis announced the resumption on Thursday evening and warned all candidates and political parties against declaring themselves winners before official results are announced. The - [LUSAKA PROTESTS: Small groups demand results as ECZ suspends count, Hichilema deletes Facebook message](https://zambianeye.com/lusaka-protests-small-groups-demand-results-as-ecz-suspends-count-hichilema-deletes-facebook-message/) - Small groups of protesters gathered in parts of Lusaka’s Central Business District on Thursday demanding the Electoral Commission of Zambia resume announcing presidential election results, hours after ECZ ordered a nationwide suspension of vote counting. The demonstrations were not large and remained localized around Cairo Road and Lumumba Road. Some shops closed early and traffic - [Suspending vote counting, announcement creates a dangerous vacuum, warns Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/suspending-vote-counting-announcement-creates-a-dangerous-vacuum-warns-mundubile/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has condemned the decision by the Electoral Commission of Zambia to suspend vote counting and announcement countrywide, warning that the move creates “a dangerous vacuum” that could undermine public trust in the 2026 election. Speaking in a video posted on his verified social media - ['This election is being stolen in broad daylight,' Chisanga](https://zambianeye.com/this-election-is-being-stolen-in-broad-daylight-chisanga/) - Tonse Alliance chairman for legal affairs George Chisanga says the election is being stolen in broad daylight, after the Electoral Commission of Zambia suspended vote counting and announcement countrywide. "This election is being stolen in broad daylight," Chisanga. His comments comes after the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) suspended the counting and announcement of election - [ECZ suspends counting and announcement of election results nationwide](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-suspends-counting-and-announcement-of-election-results-nationwide/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia has with immediate effect suspended the counting and announcement of election results across the country, citing violence and security concerns. In a press release signed by ECZ Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis (SC), the Commission said it had "noted with concern reports of violence during the counting and announcement of results in - [WATCH VIDEO: Mundubile claims victory, as Hichilema says results are pleasing](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-claims-victory-as-hichilema-says-results-are-pleasing/) - https://youtu.be/af8YlsKzlHU?feature=shared National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity leader Brian Mundubile has declared that he won Zambia’s presidential election, while President Hakainde Hichilema says his side is seeing positive signs as the vote count continues and the country waits for the Electoral Commission of Zambia to release official results. Addressing the nation in a - [Nchanga Independent Candidate Macky 2 Concedes to Chipoya: "It Hurts, But God Is The Greatest"](https://zambianeye.com/nchanga-independent-candidate-macky-2-concedes-to-chipoya-it-hurts-but-god-is-the-greatest/) - Nchanga Independent candidate Mulaza Kaira, popularly known as Macky 2, has conceded defeat to National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity candidate Rosemary Chipoya. The Electoral Commission of Zambia is yet to release official results, but provisional figures show Chipoya has won the Nchanga race. In a message posted to his social media accounts, Kaira - ['This is our victory, let’s protect it, We’ve got it," declares Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/this-is-our-victory-lets-protect-it-weve-got-it-declares-makebi/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity, NRPUP, has declared confidence in the outcome of Zambia’s presidential election, with vice presidential candidate Makebi Zulu telling supporters on Friday morning that the party is on course for victory and must remain vigilant as results are collated. In a brief message posted to his social media - [Gary Nkombo loses Mazabuka Central parliamentary seat to Vincent Lilanda](https://zambianeye.com/gary-nkombo-loses-mazabuka-central-parliamentary-seat-to-vincent-lilanda/) - Independent Mazabuka Central constituency parliamentary candidate Gary Nkombo has lost to United Party for National Development (UPND) parliamentary candidate Vincent Lilanda. This puts an end to a challenging political chapter for Nkombo, who has served the constituency through a significant period of Zambia's political history. The Electoral Commission of Zambia is yet to release official - [Mundubile warns of possible disturbances during vote-counting](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-warns-of-possible-disturbances-during-vote-counting/) - NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has raised concern over reports of possible disturbances at various polling stations as the counting of ballots continues following Thursday’s general election. In a statement issued in the early hours of Friday, Mundubile said his campaign was receiving reports from different polling stations and was investigating the situation. “Fellow Zambians, - [Counting underway as Zambia awaits results from closely watched election](https://zambianeye.com/counting-underway-as-zambia-awaits-results-from-closely-watched-election/) - Counting of ballots is underway across Zambia following Thursday’s general election, with the first results emerging from individual polling stations as political parties and voters wait for the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to begin announcing consolidated results. Polling officially closed at 18:00, although counting started at different times depending on when voting ended at - [MSport Zambia: The Mobile-First Betting Platform Built for Zambian Fans](https://zambianeye.com/msport-zambia-the-mobile-first-betting-platform-built-for-zambian-fans/) - Zambia's betting scene is now mobile-first. Fans want fast bets, quick payouts, and games that run smoothly on any phone. That is exactly what MSport Zambia delivers - football betting, live betting, and popular instant games like Aviator, all in one lightweight platform at https://www.msport.com/zm/web, with instant Airtel Money and MTN MoMo payments. MSport Zambia - [Sean Tembo summoned by police over seized weapons in Lusaka](https://zambianeye.com/sean-tembo-summoned-by-police-over-seized-weapons-in-lusaka/) - Police in Lusaka have arrested six people and recovered 22 rounds of ammunition and other items from a motor vehicle during election-day security operations. Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said officers intercepted the vehicle as part of nationwide stop-and-search activities being carried out to safeguard voting and the counting process. According to Chilabi, the search also - [Gary Nkombo votes in torn shirt that became a symbol of defiance](https://zambianeye.com/gary-nkombo-votes-in-torn-shirt-that-became-a-symbol-of-defiance/) - Independent parliamentary candidate for Mazabuka Central, Gary Nkombo, cast his ballot this afternoon at Ndeke Primary School wearing the same black shirt that was torn during an attack on him in May. The right sleeve of the shirt was ripped. It is the same garment Nkombo was wearing when he was confronted by United Party - ["This is a very important election, and I couldn't miss it even though I am still mourning," Tasila Lungu](https://zambianeye.com/this-is-a-very-important-election-and-i-couldnt-miss-it-even-i-am-still-mourning-tasila-lungu/) - Former Chawama Member of Parliament Tasila Lungu, accompanied by her husband Patrick Mwansa, was among Zambians who cast their votes early on Thursday at Kabulonga Boys Polling Station in Lusaka. Speaking to journalists shortly after voting, Lungu, daughter of the late former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu, said the 2026 General - ["My vote is just a drop in the ocean," says Hichilema after casting ballot](https://zambianeye.com/my-vote-is-just-a-drop-in-the-ocean-says-hichilema-after-casting-ballot/) - President Hakainde Hichilema cast his ballot on Thursday in Zambia’s 2026 General Election and made a direct appeal to citizens to come out and vote before polls close at 18:00 hours. Speaking after voting, the Head of State said his individual ballot was only a small part of a much larger decision that will shape - [Second independence is here, says Mundubile as he casts his vote](https://zambianeye.com/second-independence-is-here-says-mundubile-as-he-casts-his-vote/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) Presidential Candidate Brian Mundubile has cast his vote at Olympia Park Secondary School. Addressing the media at the polling station briefly before leaving, Mundubile said Zambians should start celebrating what he called a second independence. “I have just cast my vote. That vote means restoration of peace - [Southern Province records low voter turnout](https://zambianeye.com/southern-province-records-low-voter-turnout/) - Southern Province is recording noticeably lower voter turnout, with shorter queues and faster processing at polling stations compared with several of the other nine provinces, where long lines of voters have been witnessed. The contrast is particularly striking as millions of Zambians continue to exercise their right to vote in today’s General Elections for President, - [Huge turnout in Lusaka as Zambia votes](https://zambianeye.com/huge-turnout-in-lusaka-as-zambia-votes/) - Voters across Zambia gathered from the early hours this morning, with long queues forming at polling stations nationwide as citizens prepared to exercise their democratic right. A snap survey across a number of polling centers in Lusaka revealed a massive turnout amid a relatively peaceful environment. Youths lead early voting in Lusaka. Just like at - [SEOM leadership observes opening of polling stations in Lusaka, as Zambia votes](https://zambianeye.com/seom-observes-opening-of-polls-in-lusaka-as-regional-leaders-call-for-peace/) - The SADC Election Observation Mission was on the ground in Zambia’s capital on Thursday morning as voters began casting ballots in the 2026 General Elections. Head of Mission Samuel B. Tembenu, SC, former Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of Malawi, led the SEOM leadership on visits to polling stations in Lusaka to witness opening - [Voting starts late at Mutakwa Primary School](https://zambianeye.com/voting-starts-late-at-mutakwa-primary-school/) - On Thursday morning, voting at Mutakwa Primary School in Mungule, Chibombo District, didn’t begin on time. Voters showed up early and joined the queue, expecting the polling station to open at 06:00. But by 06:45, nothing was happening. People waiting in line said they couldn’t see any Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) officials or ballot - [Catholic Church Holds Candlelight Prayers for Peace Ahead of Elections](https://zambianeye.com/catholic-church-holds-candlelight-prayers-for-peace-ahead-of-elections/) - The Roman Catholic Church has held a candlelight prayer session for peaceful elections, just hours before Zambia goes to the polls on Thursday, August 13. The prayer gathering comes amid heightened political tensions and concerns over the possibility of electoral violence. The candlelight prayers, however, became controversial after the ruling party reportedly sought to stop - [NRP-UP Candidate Raises Alarm Over Alleged Ballot Paper Tampering](https://zambianeye.com/nrp-up-candidate-raises-alarm-over-alleged-ballot-paper-tampering/) - HAPPENING NOW | ELECTION ALERT An opposition NRP-UP Parliamentary candidate, Jean Chisenga, has raised an alarm over what she alleges is the tampering of ballot papers ahead of tomorrow’s General Election. Chisenga’s supporters have alerted the Zambian Eye, claiming that ballot papers intended for use in tomorrow’s election may have been interfered with. A video - [🚨GENERAL ELECTION MONITORING ALERT](https://zambianeye.com/🚨general-election-monitoring-alert/) - The **Zambian Eye** is monitoring developments across the country as Zambia votes. We are calling on members of the public, voters, election observers and communities to **SEND US election-related tips, stories, pictures and videos** from your area. 📍 **What you can send us:** • Voting and polling station developments • Incidents or irregularities • Voter - [Police Move to Brian Mundubile Residence as Tensions Rise](https://zambianeye.com/police-move-to-brian-mundubile-residence-as-tensions-rise/) - LUSAKA — Police have this evening reportedly moved to the residence of NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, where his supporters have camped in what they describe as an effort to protect him amid growing tensions ahead of Thursday’s elections. An eyewitness at the residence has told the Zambian Eye that police officers arrived at the - [Heavily Armed Police Raid BM8/MZ media command centre - Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/heavily-armed-police-raid-bm8-mz-media-command-centre-makebi/) - ...looking for Parallel Voter Tabulation PVT equipment, says they fired live ammunition A video obtained by Zambian Eye appears to show armed men in plain clothes at the Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu campaign media command centre in Lusaka, with several gunshots heard during the incident. The footage, which was recorded at the Ibex Hill - [State uncovers alleged plot to destabilise Zambia ahead of general elections](https://zambianeye.com/state-uncovers-alleged-plot-to-destabilise-zambia-ahead-of-general-elections/) - The Zambian Government says it has uncovered an alleged plot to interfere with the country’s electoral system ahead of tomorrow’s General Election, resulting in the arrest of several people, including three former senior Government officials. Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security Permanent Secretary Dickson Matembo disclosed the development during a joint press briefing with - [SADC Chair Mutharika calls for peaceful, free and fair Zambia elections.](https://zambianeye.com/sadc-chair-mutharika-calls-for-peaceful-free-and-fair-zambia-elections/) - Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation Chairperson and Malawi President Arthur Peter Mutharika has called on Zambians to maintain peace and tolerance before, during and after Thursday’s general elections. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, President Mutharika urged all eligible Zambian voters to exercise their democratic - [Police arrest seven over Chaminuka Boss Stelios Sardinis murder](https://zambianeye.com/police-arrest-seven-over-chaminuka-boss-stelios-sardinis-murder/) - LUSAKA – The Zambia Police Service has arrested seven men in connection with the murder and aggravated robbery of Chaminuka Resort Chief Executive Officer Stelios Sardinis. Sardinis, 64, was killed during an attack at Chaminuka Lodge in Chisamba District in the early hours of August 9, 2026. According to police, the incident occurred between 01:00 - [Tonse Pamodzi Alliance raises alarm over "already marked" registers in Western Province](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-pamodzi-alliance-raises-alarm-over-already-marked-registers-in-western-province/) - The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has raised serious concerns over allegations of already marked voters’ registers in parts of Western Province, just one day before Zambia goes to the polls. Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila on Wednesday cautioned the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), warning the Commission against any conduct that could undermine the - [Violence flares in Mazabuka ahead tomorrow's polls](https://zambianeye.com/violence-flares-in-mazabuka-ahead-tomorrows-polls/) - Tensions boiled over in Mazabuka today after supporters of United Party for National Development (UPND) Mazabuka Central aspiring candidate Vincent Lilanda clashed with backers of independent candidate Gary Nkombo, leaving stones scattered across the tarmac and police scrambling to restore order. A video posted on a local radio station’s social media handle showed armed police - [Vote for us: You deserve better, Mundubile tells Southern Province virtual rally](https://zambianeye.com/vote-for-us-you-deserve-better-mundubile-tells-southern-province-virtual-rally/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity took its campaign to Southern Province earlier this week with a virtual rally that brought together provincial veterans, former UPND members, and senior Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance leaders behind the presidential ticket of Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu. The online meeting, attended by party structures from all 19 constituencies - [We have been going on stage in bulletproof vests for a reason, at times we intercepted gunmen on a mission to kill us - Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/we-have-been-going-on-stage-in-bulletproof-vests-for-a-reason-at-times-we-intercepted-gunmen-on-a-mission-to-kill-us-mundubile/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has revealed that he and his campaign team have appeared on stage in bulletproof vests after receiving threats during the election campaign. Speaking on radio on the eve of the general elections, Mundubile said there were moments when his team intercepted armed men who - [Mundubile tells Southern Province "we have not abandoned you" in final message before polls](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-tells-southern-province-we-have-not-abandoned-you-in-final-message-before-polls/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has assured voters in Southern Province that his party has not forgotten them, in a statement released a day before Zambia goes to the polls. Mundubile said his campaign team was forced to cancel a planned tour of Southern Province, where they had intended - [ECZ withdraws Binwell Mpundu's access to National Results Centre over alleged threats](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-withdraws-binwell-mpundus-access-to-national-results-centre-over-alleged-threats/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia has with immediate effect withdrawn accreditation granted to former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu, barring him from entering the National Results Centre during the election period. The decision was announced after a video that appeared online allegedly showed Mpundu making remarks about being prepared to kill during the election. - [Zambia practicing extra-judicial dentetion, says Ex-Attoney General Mwenye](https://zambianeye.com/release-all-political-detainees-ex-ag-mwenye-pleads-with-government/) - Former Attorney General Musa Mwenye SC has accused the Hichilema administration of holding Zambians as political detainees outside the courts, saying the government has shredded the rule of law on the eve of Thursday’s elections. In a damning statement, Mwenye said Zambia is now practicing extra judicial detention, and that the practice is being used - [Mundubile says security staff missing, campaign money seized ](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-says-security-staff-missing-campaign-money-seized/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has accused state actors of targeting his campaign, alleging that 34 members of his security detail are missing and that other key officials are being watched for possible abduction, arrest or detention ahead of Thursday’s polls. Speaking to journalists in Lusaka this afternoon, Mundubile - [IBA warns media houses not to predict election results as Zambia votes](https://zambianeye.com/iba-warns-media-houses-not-to-predict-election-results-as-zambia-votes/) - The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has cautioned radio and television stations against airing predictions of election outcomes as Zambians prepare to vote this Thursday. Speaking during a press briefing in Lusaka, IBA Director General Webster Malido said broadcasters must stick to verified information and avoid speculation that could mislead the public during the voting period. - [Hichilema rejects Mpundu's 'ready to kill election' threat: Says no citizen should die or kill for a vote](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-rejects-mpundus-ready-to-kill-election-threat-says-no-citizen-should-die-or-kill-for-a-vote/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has condemned remarks by National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential affairs chairperson Binwell Mpundu that he was ready to die and ready to kill ahead of the August 13 polls, saying such language has no place in Zambia’s democracy. Posting on his official social media handle, President Hichilema highlighted that - [Police open docket on Mpundu over 'I'm ready to kill' election threat as he admits making video](https://zambianeye.com/police-open-docket-on-mpundu-over-im-ready-to-kill-election-threat-as-he-admits-making-video/) - Police have launched investigations into former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu following a viral video in which he is allegedly heard saying he was ready to “kill or be killed” in relation to the upcoming elections. Police Spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi says the Service is actively investigating the matter and is treating the utterances with - [Akashambatwa urges non-partisan conduct as Zambia heads to polls on August 13 amid heightened expectations](https://zambianeye.com/akashambatwa-urges-non-partisan-conduct-as-zambia-heads-to-polls-on-august-13-amid-heightened-expectations/) - Veteran politician Akashambatwa Mbikusita-Lewanika has called on public officials to put national interests above political party interests when discharging their duties in the run-up to Thursday’s General Elections. He says officials in top positions may belong to political parties, but must remain non-partisan in their official functions. According to him, the way public institutions conduct - [ECZ accreditation of stakeholders closes today](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-accreditation-of-stakeholders-closes-today/) - It is expected to be a busy day at accreditation centres across the country today, Monday 11 August 2026, as stakeholders to the August 13 polls make a last attempt to beat the deadline with the process set to close at 17:00hrs. A snap survey at various centres indicates that stakeholders are already in queues - [Binwell Mpundu admits making 'I am ready to die, ready to kill video' as pre-election tension spikes](https://zambianeye.com/binwell-mpundu-admits-making-i-am-ready-to-die-ready-to-kill-video-as-pre-election-tension-spikes/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential affairs chairperson Binwell Mpundu has admitted that a viral video in which he allegedly said he was ready to “die and kill for the August 13 polls” was authentic and not artificial intelligence generated. Setting the record straight on his social media handle, Mpundu said his sentiments - ["Sorry Zambia for bringing you Hichilema," Major Chizyuka says as he endorses Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/sorry-zambia-for-bringing-you-hichilema-major-chizyuka-says-as-he-endorses-mundubile/) - ....MUNDUBILE HOLDS VIRTURAL RALLY FOR SOUTHERN PROVINCE LUSAKA – Former Namwala Member of Parliament and one of the founding figures of the United Party for National Development (UPND), Major Robbie Chizyuka, has apologised to Zambians for his role in bringing President Hakainde Hichilema into national politics. Chizyuka made the remarks during a virtual campaign rally - [Former diplomat and campaign aide reportedly taken in Lusaka as pressure on opposition grows](https://zambianeye.com/former-diplomat-and-campaign-aide-reportedly-taken-in-lusaka-as-pressure-on-opposition-grows/) - LUSAKA – A former Zambian ambassador and a senior media official with an opposition alliance were reportedly seized by armed men in the capital on Sunday morning, in an incident that opposition leaders say points to a wider crackdown ahead of national elections. The two women are identified as Ambassador Martha Lungu Mwitumwa, who - [ECZ maintains its position regarding markings and validity of ballot papers](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-maintains-its-position-regarding-markings-and-validity-of-ballot-papers/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has reaffirmed that a ballot paper does not have to be marked with only a cross to be valid, ahead of the August 13 general elections. In a press statement issued on 10th August 2026, ECZ said it noted with concern misleading statements by some stakeholders, including political party - [Mundubile holds virtual rally for Southern Province amid violence and intimidation fears](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-holds-virtual-rally-for-southern-province-amid-violence-and-intimidation-fears/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu held a virtual rally for Southern Province on Monday, citing concerns over violence and intimidation ahead of the August 13 polls. Mundubile had earlier vowed to travel to Southern Province as candidates wind up campaigns ahead of voting - [Kwacha holds steady but remains under pressure ahead of August 13 election](https://zambianeye.com/kwacha-holds-steady-but-remains-under-pressure-ahead-of-august-13-election/) - The Zambian kwacha has stayed relatively stable in the run-up to Thursday’s general election, though traders say caution is keeping the currency under pressure. On Thursday commercial banks quoted the kwacha at 19.25 per US dollar, compared to 18.95 a week earlier. That represents a week-on-week weakening of about 1.6 percent. Market commentary released four - [Voters free to use own pens- ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/voters-free-to-use-own-pens-ecz/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) says voters are free to carry and use their own pens on the voting day. The Commission clarifies that it will provide pens for voters on election day, but would not bar those wishing to use their own stationery particularly pens from doing so. The Commission made the clarification - [Makebi lashes out at Hichilema over "you're foreigners in Mufumbwe remarks"](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-lashes-out-at-hichilema-over-youre-foreigners-in-mufumbwe-remarks/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential running mate Makebi Zulu has criticized President Hakainde Hichilema over remarks made in Mufumbwe, saying it is wrong for the Head of State to tell Zambians they are foreigners in their own country. Zulu was responding to comments the President made during an engagement meeting in Mufumbwe - [FQM courts five financiers to boost local suppliers in mining supply chain](https://zambianeye.com/fqm-courts-five-financiers-to-boost-local-suppliers-in-mining-supply-chain/) - LUSAKA – First Quantum Minerals Zambia is opening a new funding channel for local businesses, after bringing five financial institutions into its supplier programme to help Zambian companies finance mining contracts. The move announced Sunday ties directly into the government’s Local Content Regulations under Statutory Instrument 68 of 2025, which came into force on 1 - [Special voting expected commence soon, as ECZ finalizes arrangements](https://zambianeye.com/special-voting-expected-commence-as-ecz-finalizes-arrangements/) - Special voting is expected to commence soon; ahead of Zambia’s August 13 General Election to allow essential personnel on duty to cast their ballots early. The process is provided for under the Electoral Process Act and is standard practice in Zambia. It ensures that people responsible for running the election and maintaining security on polling - [Mundubile raises critical concerns 3 days before polls](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-raises-critical-concerns-3-days-before-polls/) - Three days to Zambia’s General Election, the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity leader Brian Mundubile has raised three critical concerns about the credibility of the August 13 vote. He called on the Electoral Commission of Zambia to reverse what he calls a last-minute change on ballot marks, speed up the announcement of results, - [3 DAYS TO GO: "We are maintaining the momentum," Chisanga](https://zambianeye.com/3-days-to-go-we-are-maintaining-the-momentum-chisanga/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity says Zambians have already made up their minds to change government, and that the ruling UPND is showing signs of panic ahead of Wednesday’s General Election. NRPUP Presidential Spokesperson George Chisanga says the mood on the ground points to a rejection of the UPND administration after five - [ECZ decision to allow multiple ballot marks sparks rigging concerns ahead of August 13 polls](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-decision-to-allow-multiple-ballot-marks-sparks-rigging-concerns-ahead-of-august-13-polls/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ)'s decision to accept a tick, dash or any other mark made within a candidate’s box as valid has triggered concerns about potential rigging, with critics arguing the move could create loopholes ahead of the August 13 General Election. The clarification was made last week by ECZ Chief Electoral Officer - [Hichilemanomics - Zambia’s New Dawn Economics Need a Human Face](https://zambianeye.com/hichilemanomics-zambias-new-dawn-economics-need-a-human-face/) - By Dr. Tarcisius Mukuka The reflection that follows is offered as a scholarly and civic analysis rather than a partisan intervention. It is a sober contribution to the understandably charged atmosphere surrounding the 13 August 2026 elections already marked by sporadic political violence. It is important that economic policy take centre stage examined with intellectual - [Findlay, Kaamba moved from Twin Palm police to unknown location](https://zambianeye.com/findlay-kaamba-moved-from-twin-palm-police-to-unknown-location/) - LUSAKA – Lusaka businessman Valden Findlay and Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Deputy Secretary General in charge of Vote Protection, Kennedy Kaamba, have reportedly been moved from Twin Palm Police Station to an undisclosed location. The two were seen in a video this evening being escorted from the police station by officers before getting into a vehicle. - [Cite the law that mentions a TICK: The cross, the law, and the ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/cite-the-law-that-mentions-a-tick-the-cross-the-law-and-the-ecz/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa In Zambia, the only prescribed manner of marking a ballot paper when casting one’s vote in a polling station is using a cross. This is provided for in Regulation 33 (d) of the Electoral Process (General) Regulations of 2016, which provides for the procedure for casting a vote at a polling station. - [Police storm Mundubile media centre, detain former Ambassador and Blogger](https://zambianeye.com/police-storm-mundubile-media-centre-detain-former-ambassador-and-blogger/) - LUSAKA – Officers from the Zambia Police Service have reportedly stormed the Brian Mundubile presidential campaign media centre in Longacres and detained former diplomat Ambassador Martha Lungu Mwitumwa and campaign blogger Hannah Isreal Katontoka. The development is being described by the NRP-UP campaign team as part of what it says is a wider crackdown on - [Binwell Mpundu distances himself from viral video](https://zambianeye.com/binwell-mpundu-distances-himself-from-viral-video/) - ... CLAIMS AI-GENERATED CONTENT LUSAKA – Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Chairperson for Presidential Affairs Binwell Mpundu has distanced himself from a video circulating on social media in which a person appearing to be him is heard making remarks that he was ready to be killed and to kill. Mpundu says the video is artificial intelligence-generated and that - [Chaminuka Boss Stelios Sardanis killed in armed home invasion](https://zambianeye.com/chaminuka-boss-stelios-sardanis-killed-in-armed-home-invasion/) - ... SECURITY GUARD PICKED BY POLICE LUSAKA – Chaminuka Luxury Lodge and Game Reserve Chief Executive Officer and co-owner Stelios Shula Sardanis, 64, has died after being assaulted during an armed robbery at his residence at the lodge in the early hours of Sunday. The Zambia Police Service says unknown assailants forcibly broke into Sardanis’ residence - [Suspicion Mounts Over ECZ Decision to Allow Tick and X on Ballot Paper](https://zambianeye.com/suspicion-mounts-over-ecz-decision-to-allow-tick-and-x-on-ballot-paper/) - LUSAKA, August 9, 2026 — Suspicion has emerged over the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ)’s decision to allow voters to use either a tick or an “X” when marking their ballot papers in the August 13 general elections. The decision has triggered concern among some political players, with Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Chairperson for Presidential Affairs - ['UPND Wants mission to thank God Cancelled': Ruling party sparks outrage over plan to stop August 12 candlelight prayers](https://zambianeye.com/upnds-opposition-to-candle-light-prayers-on-12-august-draw-mixed-reactions/) - The United Party for National Development has called for the cancellation of nationwide candlelight prayers planned for August 12, 2026, and the request has split public opinion just a day before Zambians go to the polls. In a letter to Chelstone’s Marian Shrine and copied to the Electoral Commission of Zambia, UPND Secretary General Batuke - [We Are Going Ahead With Candlelight Prayers - Roman Catholic Church](https://zambianeye.com/we-are-going-ahead-with-candlelight-prayers-roman-catholic-church/) - The Archdiocese of Lusaka has reaffirmed that its Candlelight Prayers for Peace will go ahead as scheduled on Wednesday, 12th August 2026, in all parishes across the Archdiocese. In a press statement released today, the Archdiocese said it had noted concerns raised in a letter dated 6th August 2026 from the Secretary General of the - [Hichilema goes back to Mufumbwe says; Mundubile came to lie here'](https://zambianeye.com/dont-forget-the-hardships-we-shared-hichilema-tells-mufumbwe-rally/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has urged residents of Mufumbwe not to forget the hardships they endured together, saying those challenges are now being transformed into national progress. Addressing a rally in Mufumbwe, the President called on voters to turn out in large numbers for the United Party for National Development on Thursday. He said a strong - [Mundubile, Makebi seek Archbishop Alick Banda's blessings ahead of next week's general election](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-seek-archbishop-alick-bandas-blessings-ahead-of-next-weeks-general-election/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu this afternoon paid a courtesy call on His Grace, Most Rev. Dr. Alick Banda, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Lusaka. Posting on his social media handle, Mundubile expressed gratitude to Archbishop Banda for the reception and - [ECZ Says Ballot Distribution Will Be Complete Tomorrow Ahead Of August 13 Polls](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-says-ballot-distribution-will-be-complete-tomorrow-ahead-of-august-13-polls/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia says the distribution of ballot papers will be completed tomorrow, with all materials expected to be in place ahead of next week’s general election. ECZ Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis announced this during a stakeholders engagement meeting held at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre this afternoon. She said the Commission is ready - [Pay K2,400 now or go to jail for 3 months: Court slaps Nakacinda with immediate fine over seditious remarks](https://zambianeye.com/pay-k2400-now-or-go-to-jail-for-3-months-court-slaps-nakacinda-with-immediate-fine-over-seditious-remarks/) - Patriotic Front faction secretary general Raphael Nakacinda has been fined K2,400 by the Lusaka Magistrate's Court after being found guilty of seditious practices. Magistrate Davies Chibwili delivered the judgment today and ordered that the fine be paid immediately. He said if Nakacinda fails to pay, he will serve three months simple imprisonment in default. The - [ECZ Faces Accusations Of Recruiting Ruling Party Members As Poll Staff Ahead Of August 13 Vote](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-faces-accusations-of-recruiting-ruling-party-members-as-poll-staff-ahead-of-august-13-vote/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia is under fire over the recruitment of polling staff, with allegations that the list of successful applicants has been stacked with ruling party members and outsiders at the expense of locals who sat aptitude tests. The claims gained fresh momentum this week after ECZ published the official list of poll - [Unfazed Mundubile heads to Southern Province vowing to finish campaign despite 'intimidation'](https://zambianeye.com/unfazed-mundubile-heads-to-southern-province-vowing-to-finish-campaign-despite-intimidation/) - Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile is pressing ahead with the final leg of his campaign in Southern Province, brushing off what his team calls intimidation in Western Province and declaring that nothing will stop him from taking his message to voters ahead of the August 13 election. Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential spokesperson George - [Bring your own pen or lose your vote, Mundubile backers tell Zambians](https://zambianeye.com/bring-your-own-pen-or-lose-your-vote-mundubile-backers-tell-zambians/) - Supporters of National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile are urging voters to go to polling stations with their own pens on August 13, claiming that pens provided by the Electoral Commission of Zambia will make marks disappear within two hours. A video circulating online has fueled the claim. In the - [Hichilema is flying around the country to say goodbye - Akashambatwa](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-is-flying-around-the-country-to-say-goodbye-akashambatwa/) - Veteran politician Prince Akashambatwa Mbikusita-Lewanika says President Hakainde Hichilema is on his way out of State House and that the Head of State’s current tours across the country are not campaigns, but farewell visits to the Zambian people. Speaking after recovering from a police tear-gassing incident in Mongu last week, Akashambatwa said the attack only - [Former cabinet minister, 2026 elections aspiring Independent candidate for Nkeyema dies](https://zambianeye.com/former-cabinet-minister-2026-elections-aspiring-independent-candidate-for-nkeyema-dies/) - Former Cabinet Minister Austin Chisangu Liato has died at the age of 60, closing a chapter on more than 20 years of service in Zambian politics. Liato, who was preparing to contest the 2026 general elections as an Independent candidate for Nkeyema Constituency, passed away this week. The news has drawn condolences from across Zambia’s - ["I almost died," General Kanene recounts brutal attack by UPND cadres in Mwembeshi](https://zambianeye.com/i-almost-died-general-kanene-recounts-brutal-attack-by-upnd-cadres-in-mwembeshi/) - Zambian musician Clifford Dimba, popularly known as General Kanene, says he nearly lost his life after being brutally attacked by UPND cadres while performing at a political event in Mwembeshi over the weekend. In a video recorded after he was discharged from hospital, Kanene said the attackers came armed with guns, pangas, sticks and other - ["We have come too far to turn back now," vows Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/we-have-come-too-far-to-turn-back-now-vows-mundubile/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says it is too late for him to drop out of electoral race despite intimidation and harassment. In an update posted on his social media handle, Mundubile said what happened yesterday in Mongu is deeply regrettable and has no place in a democratic society. - [Civil Servants Commission confirms will give special consideration to Recruits from Hichilema's rallies](https://zambianeye.com/civil-servants-commission-confirms-will-give-special-consideration-to-recruits-from-hichilemas-rallies/) - The Civil Service Commission has clarified that all applicants who applied for jobs in the ongoing health workers recruitment exercise remain eligible for consideration, but says those covered by a special directive issued by President Hakainde Hichilema will receive special consideration. The clarification follows a series of campaign statements by President Hichilema in which he - ["They have shown how devilish they are" - Akashambatwa says teargas has strengthened his resolve to remove UPND](https://zambianeye.com/they-have-shown-how-devilish-they-are-akashambatwa-says-teargas-has-strengthened-his-resolve-to-remove-upnd/) - Veteran politician Prince Akashambatwa Mbikusita-Lewanika says being tear-gassed while campaigning for Tonse Pamodzi Alliance-backed presidential candidate Brian Mundubile in Mongu has only strengthened his determination to see President Hakainde Hichilema's government voted out in the August 13 general elections. Speaking after recovering from the effects of the tear gas, Akashambatwa said the incident reinforced his - [Police IG orders probe into Mongu teargas incident](https://zambianeye.com/police-ig-orders-probe-into-mongu-teargas-incident/) - Inspector General of the Zambia Police Service Graphel Musamba has directed the immediate arrest of everyone involved in recent political violence, warning that no politician or cadre will sidestep prosecution just because they belong to a certain political party. Musamba said the police had noted with concern the recent violence recorded in Shibuyunji, Livingstone and - [Zambia bow out of WAFCON despite beating Malawi](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-bow-out-of-wafcon-despite-beating-malawi/) - The Zambia Women's National Team have been eliminated from the 2026 TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) despite ending their Group C campaign with a victory over Malawi on Wednesday evening. The Copper Queens collected all three points in their final group match, but the result was not enough to secure a place in - [Social interaction is essential for healthy childhood development](https://zambianeye.com/social-interaction-is-essential-for-healthy-childhood-development/) - Parents often focus on academic achievement, but one of the most powerful influences on a child's development is something far simpler: meaningful social interaction. According to Linique Hanekom, a speech-language therapist at the Centre for Health & Human Performance in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the North-West University (NWU), everyday interactions such as talking, - [Police disrupt Mundubile's Mongu rally, fire teargas](https://zambianeye.com/police-disrupt-mundubiles-mongu-rally-fire-teargas/) - ... AS TONSE ALLIANCE ALLEGES CAMPAIGN SABOTAGE MONGU, Western Province, August 5, 2026 — A campaign rally for NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile in Mongu was disrupted on Wednesday after police moved in and fired tear gas canisters, scattering a large crowd that had gathered to hear the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential hopeful. The disruption - [Hichilema pledges free and fair elections amid opposition campaign disruptions](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-pledges-free-and-fair-elections-amid-opposition-campaign-disruptions/) - COPPERBELT PROVINCE, August 5, 2026 — President Hakainde Hichilema has assured the Church and the nation that Zambia will hold credible, free and fair elections next week, even as opposition parties continue to raise concerns over alleged attacks on their members and disruptions to their campaigns. Speaking during a church gathering on the Copperbelt, President - [Findlay's family appeals for fairness, urgent medical treatment](https://zambianeye.com/findlays-family-appeals-for-fairness-urgent-medical-treatment/) - LUSAKA, August 5, 2026 — The family of businessman and social media personality Harry Findlay has appealed for fairness and compassion following his detention by police, confirming that he remains in custody and has not yet been formally charged with any offence. In a statement issued Tuesday, the Findlay family said they respect the rule - [DO OR DIE FOR COPPER QUEENS: Zambia must win today’s WAFCON decider or go home](https://zambianeye.com/do-or-die-for-copper-queens-zambia-must-win-todays-wafcon-decider-or-go-home/) - Zambia face an in-form Malawi at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on Wednesday, 5 August at 22:00 CAT in a Group C finale where the stakes are brutally clear: win or go home. For Malawi, the mission is different. 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Posting on his social media handle, President Hichilema said: "The reports of political violence from certain parts of the country are deeply concerning and are condemned in the - [A victory won in violence will be tainted forever](https://zambianeye.com/a-victory-won-in-violence-will-be-tainted-forever/) - By: Hopewell Chin'ono, Veteran Zimbabwean Investigative Journalist_ Dear President Hakainde Hichilema, The naked violence by members of your political party, UPND, against your main challenger and opposition leader Brian Mundubile today in the Western Province is both embarrassing and tragic. It is especially tragic because when you were elected in 2021, many progressives across Africa - [We are staying in the bedroom, Makebi says after UPND attack](https://zambianeye.com/we-are-staying-in-the-bedroom-makebi-says-after-upnd-attack/) - NRP-UP presidential running mate Makebi Zulu says the Brian Mundubile campaign team will not leave Western province after the UPND Cadres attached them this afternoon. "We are going going stay in the Western Province and we will interact with our people as is our right. No amount of violence will deter us from interacting - [UPND cadres stone Mundubile, Makebi motorcade in Western Province](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-cadres-stone-mundubile-makebi-motorcade-in-western-province/) - Suspected United Party for National Development cadres stoned the motorcade of Tonse Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu in Western Province. The incident occurred this afternoon as the NRPUP-led alliance was moving through a campaign route in the province. According to Tonse Alliance officials, a group believed to be UPND - [Chasefu ballot delivery sparks heated confrontation as NRPUP, UPND officials nearly exchanged blows](https://zambianeye.com/chasefu-ballot-delivery-sparks-heated-confrontation-as-nrpup-upnd-officials-nearly-exchanged-blows/) - A routine delivery of ballot papers in Chasefu District, Eastern Province, nearly turned violent today after officials from the Tonse Alliance’s NRPUP and the ruling UPND were involved in a heated confrontation at the district council offices. The incident happened as ballot materials for next week’s general election were being received and verified by party - [Suspected UPND cadres attack Kanene at Mwembeshi rally](https://zambianeye.com/panic-as-upnd-cadres-attack-kanene-at-mwembeshi-rally/) - Mwembeshi East was thrown into chaos recently when suspected UPND cadres stormed a public rally and attacked musician General Kanene, leaving property damaged and residents in fear just days before the 13 August general elections. The meeting had been organized by Independent parliamentary candidate Ibrahim Kabwe Mwamba. According to information reaching Zambian Eye, the attackers - [SEOM Head of Mission arrives in Lusaka for commencement of election observation activities](https://zambianeye.com/seom-head-of-mission-arrives-in-lusaka-for-commencement-of-election-observation-activities/) - The Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation, His Excellency President Arthur Peter Mutharika of the Republic of Malawi, has appointed Samuel B. 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Dr. Chelwa, Associate Professor of Political Economy and Chair of the Social Sciences Department at The - [BoZ cuts reserve requirements: What does this mean to ordinary Zambians](https://zambianeye.com/boz-cuts-reserve-requirements-what-does-this-mean-to-ordinary-zambians/) - By Prof. Lubinda Haabazoka The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has reduced the Statutory Reserve Ratio (SRR) on Kwacha deposits from 26% to 21%, effective 3 August 2026. At first glance, this sounds like technical banking language, but it is actually one of the most important monetary policy decisions made this year because it signals that - [Zambians react as news filter through alleging that businessperson Valden has been picked by unidentified men claiming to be police officers](https://zambianeye.com/zambians-react-as-news-filter-through-alleging-that-businessperson-valden-has-been-picked-by-unidentified-men-claiming-to-be-police-officers/) - Zambia's former High Commissioner to South Africa and Ambassador to Ethiopia, Emmanuel Mwamba says unidentified people claiming to be police officers from Lusaka Force Headquarters driving CAF 4273 have picked prominent Lusaka businessman, Harry Valden Findlay from his farm in Chisamba and driven him away. Posting on his social media handle Mwamba did not give - [Mundubile's Russia-trained bodyguards vanish at KKIA upon arrival as tension spikes](https://zambianeye.com/mundubiles-russia-trained-bodyguards-vanish-at-kkia-upon-arrival-as-tension-spikes/) - Tonse Alliance Presidential Affairs Chairman Binwell Mpundu has alleged that three individuals sent to Russia for specialized VVIP protection training for NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile have gone missing after being abducted upon arrival in Zambia. 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Mobile devices, faster internet connections, streaming services and digital platforms have transformed how supporters watch matches, follow their favorite clubs, and interact with other fans throughout the season. Technology now influences nearly every stage of the football journey, from accessing - [Zambia’s Inherited Education: Why We Need a New Educational Imagination](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-inherited-education-why-we-need-a-new-educational-imagination/) - By Dr Tarcisius Mukuka Introduction: The Question We Avoid Every nation eventually reaches a moment when it must ask, not only how many children are in school, but what kind of human beings its schools are producing. Zambia has made undeniable progress in expanding access to education since independence. 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His sentiments "urging hungry people to save" comes at the time the country is battling high cost of living, which is eating into - [Mundubile fighting with hand tied as government blocks campaign donations platform](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-fighting-with-hand-tied-as-government-blocks-campaign-donations-platform/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa After the overwhelming support that the people showed in support of Brian Mundubile’s request for donations towards his campaign, the government has now moved to block the platform through which the people were making donations. Mundubile has so many domestic and foreign forces working against him in this election that it is - [Bodies of Zimbabwean family killed in UK flown back to Harare](https://zambianeye.com/bodies-of-zimbabwean-family-killed-in-uk-flown-back-to-harare/) - The remains of a Zimbabwean mother and her two young daughters who were allegedly killed in the United Kingdom last month arrived in Harare on Monday morning. Nothabo Zandile Tshuma and her two daughters were found dead on July 3 in the UK. Police there believe they were murdered by the children's father. After weeks - [They have sabotaged our fundraising platform - Mundubilel](https://zambianeye.com/they-have-sabotaged-our-fundraising-platform-mundubilel/) - Former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu who serves as Chairperson for Presidential Affairs in President Brian Mundubile's office has announced that the government has disrupted the NRPUP fundraising platform. Mpundu made the announcement in an update posted on his social media handle on Sunday, hours after the party said it had raised over K860,000 - [10 DAYS TO GO: Hichilema, Mundubile go for throat as Zambia votes with its stomach](https://zambianeye.com/10-days-to-go-hichilema-mundubile-go-for-throat-as-zambia-votes-with-its-stomach/) - Zambia is slowly slipping into full election mode, and the mood on the ground is characterized by a mixture of hope, frustration, hard bargaining and unyielding cost of living. 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The Head of State’s address in Eastern Province marks the latest in a string of rallies where hiring pledges - [Curtain comes down for the 98th edition of the Zambia Agricultural Show](https://zambianeye.com/curtain-comes-down-for-the-98th-edition-of-the-zambia-agricultural-show/) - The curtain will come down today, Monday 3rd August 2026, on the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show at the Lusaka Showgrounds, with government, farmers and businesses expected to leave with new pledges to turn science and technology into income for farmers and entrepreneurs. The 6-day event started on 29 July 2026 under the theme - [5 YEARS BEFORE RETIREMENT: No poor man is safe in old age](https://zambianeye.com/5-years-before-retirement-zambian-workers-urged-to-plan-housing-income-and-purpose-now/) - LUSAKA - Workers who are five years away from retirement have been urged to start making deliberate decisions on housing, location, income and purpose now, rather than waiting until their last day in formal employment. Pension and retirement advisor Justin Kangwa says the five-year mark is the most important planning window because it gives people - [We have received over K860, 000 and K2.8 Million in pledges in 24 hours - Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/we-have-received-over-k860-000-and-k2-8-million-in-pledges-in-24-hours-mundubile/) - LUSAKA – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says his campaign has raised more than K860,000 in cash donations within 24 hours of launching its public fundraising initiative, with an additional K2.8 million pledged by supporters. The fundraising drive, launched on Saturday, invites Zambians both at home and abroad - ["In only 24hrs, we've received over K860,000 cash, K2.8million in pledges"- Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/in-only-24hrs-weve-received-over-k860000-cash-k2-8million-in-pledges-mundubile/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says his people-driven campaign has raised over K860,000 in cash and attracted K2.8 million in pledges within 24 hours of appealing to Zambians to voluntarily fund his bid for State House. The NRPUP presidential candidate recently appealed to supporters and well-wishers to - [Hauptle shifts focus to Malawi after Nigeria setback](https://zambianeye.com/hauptle-shifts-focus-to-malawi-after-nigeria-setback/) - Zambia coach Nora Häuptle has moved quickly to reset her side and turn attention to Malawi after the Copper Queens suffered a 1-0 loss to Nigeria in their second TotalEnergies WAFCON Morocco 2026 Group C match in Rabat on Saturday night. A seventh-minute strike from Asisat Oshoala proved to be the difference at Al Madina - [Resolute Party expels Martin Phiri, terminates his membership after endorsing Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/resolute-party-expels-martin-phiri-terminates-his-membership-after-endorsing-hichilema/) - The Resolute Party has expelled Dr. Martin Phiri and terminated his membership with immediate effect, citing gross misconduct and disloyalty after accusing him of endorsing President Hakainde Hichilema and the UPND ahead of the 13 August 2026 general election. The decision was communicated in a letter dated 2 August 2026 and signed by Alex Katepu, - [Apply for CDF, Hichilema mocks Mundubile over campaign fundraising](https://zambianeye.com/apply-for-cdf-hichilema-mocks-mundubile-over-campaign-fundraising/) - ...As Tonse Alliance says citizens have raised over K389,000 in 24 hours LUSAKA, August 2, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has mocked NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile over his decision to seek campaign contributions from members of the public, suggesting that the opposition leader should instead "apply for the Constituency Development Fund (CDF)." The remarks - [Hichilema bans personal mobile phone use by health workers on duty as Cancer Diseases Hospital reopens](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-bans-personal-mobile-phone-use-by-health-workers-on-duty-as-cancer-diseases-hospital-reopens/) - LUSAKA, August 2, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has directed that health workers should not use personal mobile phones while on duty, saying the practice distracts medical personnel and compromises patient care. The President said mobile phones should only be used for official work within health facilities, adding that government would explore measures to limit - [Tonse Alliance campaign heads to Western Province after North-Western tour](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-alliance-campaign-heads-to-western-province-after-north-western-tour/) - SOLWEZI, August 2, 2026 – Tonse Pamodzi Alliance-backed presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have concluded their five-day campaign tour of North-Western Province and are now heading to Western Province as the race for the August 13 General Election enters its final stretch. Campaigning on the National Reconciliation Party for Unity - [One Leader holds 800 mining licences, release national mineral survey report - Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/one-leader-holds-800-mining-licences-release-national-mineral-survey-report-mundubile/) - MUFUMBWE, August 1, 2026 – NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has alleged that a single individual is holding about 800 mining licences, describing the situation as evidence of greed and mismanagement of Zambia's mineral resources. Addressing a campaign rally in Mufumbwe on Saturday, Mundubile referred to residents of the gold-rich district as "abena gold" and - ["We Are Still Mourning" – Emotional Mundubile vows justice, returns Mufumbwe gold mine to local people](https://zambianeye.com/we-are-still-mourning-emotional-mundubile-vows-justice-returns-mufumbwe-gold-mine-to-local-people/) - MUFUMBWE, August 1, 2026 – An emotional Brian Mundubile began his address at the Mufumbwe campaign rally on Saturday by asking thousands of supporters to observe a moment of silence in memory of those who lost their lives during the government's operation to remove illegal miners from Mufumbwe Gold Mine. Addressing what was one of - [Richard Kapita urges Mundubile to probe Mufumbwe gold mine killings](https://zambianeye.com/richard-kapita-urges-mundubile-to-probe-mufumbwe-gold-mine-killings/) - MUFUMBWE, August 1, 2026 – Veteran politician Richard Kapita has appealed to NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile to institute an independent investigation into the killings that occurred during the government's operation to clear illegal miners from Mufumbwe Gold Mine. Speaking before thousands of supporters at a Tonse Pamodzi Alliance campaign rally in Mufumbwe on Saturday - [Zambian Soccer Players Never Learn - Lameck Banda's No Show at Leece.](https://zambianeye.com/zambian-soccer-players-never-learn-lameck-bandas-no-show-at-leece/) - The adage, "wise people learn from other people's mistake while fools wait for their own mistakes" is correctly attributed to many Zambian players, Lameck Banda inclusive. Social media reports alluding to the winger's no show at Italian Seria A side US Leece's pre-season training makes a sad and unfortunate reading. Banda who is currently holed - [Expert says space technology can help Africa tackle food security, climate risks and economic growth](https://zambianeye.com/expert-says-space-technology-can-help-africa-tackle-food-security-climate-risks-and-economic-growth/) - From predicting droughts and floods to helping farmers plan planting seasons, space-based technologies are becoming practical tools for addressing some of Africa's development challenges, according to a North-West University (NWU) space scientist. Prof. Amare Abebe, director of the Centre for Space Research (CSR) at the NWU, and president of the African Astronomical Society, says the - [The history of Villarreal CF](https://zambianeye.com/the-history-of-villarreal-cf/) - Villarreal CF is one of the most remarkable success stories in Spanish football. Make sure to also try 1xbet.com.zm/en betting on this squad too. Founded on 10 March 1923 in the town of Vila-real, in the province of Castellón, the club began as Club Deportivo Villarreal. One of its founders, José Calduch, played a key - ["Feel at Home Here" – Senior Chief Kasempa Welcomes Mundubile, Makebi to North-Western Province](https://zambianeye.com/feel-at-home-here-senior-chief-kasempa-welcomes-mundubile-makebi-to-north-western-province/) - KASEMPA, July 31, 2026 – Senior Chief Kasempa has welcomed NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu to North-Western Province, telling the opposition leaders that they should feel at home regardless of where they come from. The message was delivered through the Senior Chief's representative when Mundubile and Zulu paid a - [Hichilema's remarks false, reckless and designed to instill fear among citizens - Tonse Pamodzi Alliance](https://zambianeye.com/hichilemas-remarks-false-reckless-and-designed-to-instill-fear-among-citizens-tonse-pamodzi-alliance/) - LUSAKA, July 31, 2026 – The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has accused President Hakainde Hichilema of misleading Zambians through what it describes as false claims that an opposition government would promote violence if elected in the August 13 General Election. In a statement issued on Friday, Tonse Pamodzi Alliance National Chairperson Sakwiba Sikota, SC, said the - [Dr. Canisius Banda dies](https://zambianeye.com/dr-canisius-banda-dies/) - LUSAKA, July 31, 2026 – Zambia has been plunged into mourning following the death of renowned medical doctor, public health specialist and politician Dr. Canisius Banda. Details surrounding the cause of his death were not immediately available by press time, while family members and authorities were yet to issue a comprehensive statement. Dr. Banda was - [Ballot papers begin arriving for August 13 polls](https://zambianeye.com/ballot-papers-begin-arriving-for-august-13-polls/) - The first consignment of ballot papers for Zambia’s August 13 General Election landed at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Monday, marking the start of a critical phase in the electoral process. The shipment arrived on a flight from Dubai and is being offloaded at KKIA under observation by a broad group of stakeholders. Representatives from - [Southern Province Permanent Secretary Dr. Namani Monze dies at 52](https://zambianeye.com/southern-province-permanent-secretary-dr-namani-monze-dies-at-52/) - LUSAKA, July 28, 2026 – Southern Province Permanent Secretary Dr. Namani Monze has died at the age of 52. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa confirmed the death in a statement issued on Tuesday, saying Dr. Monze died at Choma General Hospital following an illness. "It is with deep sorrow that I announce the passing - [Copper Queens thrash Egypt 6-0 to reach WAFCON quarter-finals as Barbra Banda nets brace](https://zambianeye.com/copper-queens-thrash-egypt-6-0-to-reach-wafcon-quarter-finals-as-barbra-banda-nets-brace/) - RABAT, MOROCCO – Zambia's Copper Queens produced a dominant display on Tuesday evening, thrashing Egypt 6-0 in their final Group C match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) to book their place in the quarter-finals. Captain Barbra Banda starred for the Copper Queens, scoring twice as Zambia overwhelmed the Egyptians from start - ["We want change!" chants greet Mundubile and Makebi as they enter UPND stronghold of North-Western Province](https://zambianeye.com/we-want-change-chants-greet-mundubile-and-makebi-as-they-enter-upnd-stronghold-of-north-western-province/) - https://youtu.be/QZEWGro7szA?si=jdROtjYpUBTB13MJ SOLWEZI, July 28, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu received a rousing welcome as they entered Solwezi on Tuesday afternoon to begin a five-day campaign tour of North-Western Province ahead of the August 13 General Election. Supporters lined the streets - ["Ba Youths, You Are Going Back to Mufumbwe and Kasenseli Gold Mines," Mundubile Tells Solwezi Rally](https://zambianeye.com/ba-youths-you-are-going-back-to-mufumbwe-and-kasenseli-gold-mines-mundubile-tells-solwezi-rally/) - ...Promises mining reforms, jobs and better wages https://youtu.be/QZEWGro7szA?si=jdROtjYpUBTB13MJ SOLWEZI, July 21, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has unveiled an ambitious mining reform agenda for North-Western Province, promising to empower local youths, improve miners' welfare and ensure communities benefit more from the region's vast mineral wealth if - [Change is here, Mundubile tells Chingola rally](https://zambianeye.com/change-is-here-mundubile-tells-chingola-rally/) - CHINGOLA — National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has told residents of Chingola that the Copperbelt has made its position clear ahead of the August 13 General Election, saying the province is ready for a new direction. Addressing thousands of supporters at the Copperbelt finale rally held in Chingola on - [NRPUP alleges attack on party officials at a police station in Kitwe](https://zambianeye.com/nrpup-alleges-attack-on-party-officials-at-a-police-station-in-kitwe/) - File image KITWE — The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity has reported a violent incident in Nkana East that involved an attack on its members, their property, and the police station where they had gone to report the matter. According to information shared by the party, the events began Monday night at - [Mundubile, Makebi date Chilabombwe, enroute to Chingola](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-date-chilabombwe-enroute-to-chingola/) - CHILILABOMBWE — National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu took their campaign to Chililabombwe on Monday as the grouping intensifies its push for votes ahead of the August 13 general elections. The rally drew a large crowd, with supporters turning out in numbers to listen - ['Mundubile doesn't understand farming, which is why he is promising K500 per 50kg bag of maize- Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-doesnt-understand-farming-which-is-why-he-is-promising-k500-per-50kg-bag-of-maize-hichilema/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has accused his main challenger in the August 13 general election, Brian Mundubile, of misunderstanding agriculture and of making populist promises that will hurt ordinary Zambians if implemented. Speaking at a mega rally in Kalomo District in Southern Province this afternoon, President Hichilema took aim at Mundubile’s pledge to raise the maize - [African Startup Funding Shows Signs of Recovery After Challenging Period](https://zambianeye.com/african-startup-funding-shows-signs-of-recovery-after-challenging-period/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ma7OsGUzhAw Africa's technology startup ecosystem is showing renewed momentum, with investment funding rebounding after a slowdown that affected many emerging markets in recent years. Entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts say the recovery reflects growing confidence in African innovation, particularly in sectors such as financial technology, healthcare, agriculture and digital services. While funding levels remain below - [ZNBC journalist Macpherson Mukuka's lawyer accuses police, PS Kawana of lying](https://zambianeye.com/znbc-journalist-macpherson-mukukas-lawyer-accuses-police-ps-kawana-of-lying/) - Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation journalist Macpherson Mukuka's lawyer Simon Mulenga has accused Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi and Information Ministry permanent secretary Thabo Kawana of lying. Mulenga said they have organized sureties for the detained ZNBC Journalist on Monday 20th July 2026 as early as 08:30, adding that it is therefore not true for the Chilabi - [China's Humanoid Robots Move Closer to Everyday Homes as Consumer Market Expands](https://zambianeye.com/chinas-humanoid-robots-move-closer-to-everyday-homes-as-consumer-market-expands/) - https://youtu.be/XaWa_-8b7Vg China's rapidly growing robotics industry is entering a new phase as technology companies accelerate the development and launch of humanoid robots designed for everyday consumers, marking a significant step toward large-scale commercialization. The latest generation of AI-powered humanoid robots is being developed to assist with a wide range of daily activities, including elderly care, - ['We will reserve mining dump sites for our Youths, not foreign investors anymore'- Mundubile tells Copperbelt](https://zambianeye.com/we-will-reserve-mining-dump-sites-for-our-youths-not-foreign-investors-anymore-mundubile-tells-copperbelt/) - The presidential candidate for the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity, Brian Mundubile, has pledged to hand Dump 11, an active industrial mine-waste and slag storage facility operated by Mopani Copper Mines, to youths in Mufulira if elected in the August 13 general election. Speaking during a campaign rally at the YWCA Grounds in - [Copper Queens Camp Day 2 Training Ahead of WAFCON Qualifiers](https://zambianeye.com/copper-queens-camp-day-2-training-ahead-of-wafcon-qualifiers/) - LUSAKA — The Copper Queens held their first training session on Sunday as preparations ramp up for Tuesday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations group stage match against Egypt. The team trained at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Lydex-Terrain 2, where the technical bench used the session to fine-tune tactics ahead of the tournament opener. Today - [Stop recycling failure, M'membe urges Zambians to reject both UPND, Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance](https://zambianeye.com/stop-recycling-failure-mmembe-urges-zambians-to-reject-both-upnd-tonse-pf-pamodzi-alliance/) - Socialist Party President Dr. Fred M'membe has warned that Zambians may end up regretting their choice if they vote for either the United Party for National Development UPND or the Tonse Alliance groupings in the upcoming General Election. M'membe argues that both formations have already had enough time to show how they govern and what - [Hichilema tells Pemba rally Kampyongo was responsible for past crackdowns, urges voters not to return PF leaders to power](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-tells-pemba-rally-kampyongo-was-responsible-for-past-crackdowns-urges-voters-not-to-return-pf-leaders-to-power/) - PEMBA, SOUTHERN PROVINCE, July 12, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has urged voters not to return former Patriotic Front (PF) leaders to government, accusing them of presiding over political violence and human rights abuses during the previous administration. Addressing a campaign rally in Pemba on Sunday, President Hichilema singled out former Home Affairs Minister Stephen - [NO RELIEF FOR CONSUMERS: As prices remain despite stronger Kwacha](https://zambianeye.com/no-relief-for-consumers-as-prices-remain-despite-stronger-kwacha/) - The cost of living has become the central talking point ahead of the 13 August polls, with both the ruling party and the opposition using it to sell their manifestos to voters. Each side is assuring Zambians of better living conditions once given the mandate to manage the country’s affairs, yet on the ground, the - [Kambwili warns load shedding will worsen after elections as CBU students endorse Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-warns-load-shedding-will-worsen-after-elections-as-cbu-students-endorse-mundubile/) - KITWE, July 16, 2026 – Veteran politician Chishimba Kambwili has claimed that load shedding has already begun returning to Luanshya, warning that power cuts will worsen if the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) is re-elected in next month's General Election. Kambwili was speaking at a National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) - [Zambia's Main Opposition Alliance Gives Police 24-Hour Ultimatum Over Political Violence](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-main-opposition-alliance-gives-police-24-hour-ultimatum-over-political-violence/) - https://youtu.be/95R8trXvFYI?feature=shared Zambia's main opposition coalition, the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance, has given the country's police a 24-hour ultimatum to arrest individuals it alleges are behind recent incidents of political violence ahead of next month's general elections. Speaking at a press briefing in Lusaka, the Alliance's Chairman for Presidential Affairs, Binwell Mpundu, called on law enforcement agencies - [Police block NRPUP route to Luanshya as Makebi calls for peace](https://zambianeye.com/police-block-nrpup-route-to-luanshya-as-makebi-calls-for-peace/) - Police blocked the road leading into Luanshya town on Friday where National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu were scheduled to hold a rally. The blockade came hours after Zulu issued a strong statement condemning political violence and calling for peaceful campaigns ahead of the August - [Kambwili blames Hichilema for company closures in last 4 years through loadshedding](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-blames-hichilema-for-company-closures-in-last-4-years-through-loadshedding/) - Veteran politician Chishimba Kambwili has accused President Hakainde Hichilema of presiding over economic decline, saying prolonged power cuts in the last four years forced many companies to shut down. Addressing a National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity rally in Twapia, Kambwili said the UPND government kept the country in darkness through what he called - [Africa's next tourism boom may begin in its churches](https://zambianeye.com/africas-next-tourism-boom-may-begin-in-its-churches/) - For decades Africa has sold itself to the world through its wildlife, beaches and spectacular landscapes. Yet one of the continent's largest untapped tourism assets attracts millions of people every year without featuring prominently in many national tourism strategies. It is not wildlife or wine. It is faith. Religious and sacred tourism has quietly become - [Copper Queens depart for WAFCON in Morocco ](https://zambianeye.com/copper-queens-depart-for-wafcon-in-morocco/) - The Zambia Women’s National Team has left Algeria for Morocco to begin final preparations for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations. The Copper Queens flew out of Algiers at 20h50 local time and are due to land in Rabat at 22h20. They will set up camp in the Moroccan capital ahead of the tournament - [FRA finally announces grain buying prices](https://zambianeye.com/fra-finally-announces-buying-prices/) - The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has announced the much-awaited floor prices for the 2025/2026 crop marketing season. The Agency said it will buy Grade A white maize at K347 per 50kg bag and paddy rice at K300 per 40kg bag. Speaking during a press conference this morning, FRA Board chairperson Suresh Desai said it will - [Hichilema continues to employ from rallies despite criticism](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-continues-to-employ-from-rallies-despite-criticism/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has continued to announce new civil service recruitments from political rallies, with fresh pledges made this week in Chirundu and Mazabuka, despite criticism that the practice politicizes public service employment. Addressing supporters in Chirundu on the Zambia-Zimbabwe border, the President said government would recruit more teachers, health workers and agricultural extension officers - [Ballot papers for August 13 polls ready for shipment to Zambia](https://zambianeye.com/ballot-papers-for-august-13-polls-ready-for-shipment-to-zambia/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia has completed packaging of ballot papers for the August 13 general election, with consignments now ready for shipment to the country. Images from the printing and packaging facility show pallets of ballot papers clearly labeled by constituency. The boxes include Kafue East 107A, Chongwe West 105A, Mpika North 126A, Mpulungu - [Nakacinda awaits verdict, as court pass judgment on sedition charge amid political tension ](https://zambianeye.com/nakacinda-awaits-verdict-as-court-pass-judgment-on-sedition-charge-amid-political-tension/) - Patriotic Front faction Secretary General Raphael Nakacinda will today know whether he will spend more time behind bars or not when the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court delivers judgment in his case of alleged seditious practices. The case stems from a statement Nakacinda posted on social media in which he alleged that President Hakainde Hichilema directed the - [FRA to announce 2026 crop purchasing prices today](https://zambianeye.com/fra-to-announce-2026-crop-purchasing-prices-today/) - The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) is expected to announce this year’s crop purchase prices today. The announcement will cover prices for maize and other strategic crops that the agency will buy from farmers during the 2026 marketing season. Farmers, millers and other stakeholders have been waiting for the FRA rates to guide selling and budgeting - [Mundubile, Makebi continue to draw crowds as they campaign in Kafulafuta](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-draw-big-crowd-at-campaign-rally-in-kafulafuta/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile took his campaign to Kafulafuta on Thursday, addressing a large gathering of supporters as he pushes for votes ahead of the August polls. Traders, farmers, and residents from surrounding villages attended the rally to hear what he and his running mate Makebi Zulu had - [Hichilema is panicking that is why he is having 4 rallies per day- Peter Sinkamba](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-is-panicking-that-is-why-he-is-having-4-rallies-per-day-peter-sinkamba/) - LUSAKA — Green Party president Peter Sinkamba has claimed that President Hakainde Hichilema is holding up to four rallies in a day because he is “panicking” ahead of the August 13 general elections. Sinkamba said the UPND’s intensified campaign schedule, particularly in Southern Province, reflects anxiety within the ruling party over possible voter rejection. “The - [Nkombo hits back at Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-hits-back-at-hichilema/) - Former Local Government and Rural Development Minister and ex-Mazabuka Central MP Gary Nkombo has rejected accusations made against him by President Hakainde Hichilema at a rally in Mazabuka on Thursday afternoon. Nkombo said he is within his rights to contest the parliamentary seat as an independent candidate under Article 51 of the Constitution of Zambia, - [Nkombo working with Mundubile, he started fighting me long time ago- says Hichilema in Mazabuka](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-in-mazabuka-accuses-nkombo-of-working-with-mundubile/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has accused former United Party for National Development (UPND) legislator for Mazabuka Central Gary Nkombo is working with Brian Mundubile. Hichilema's sentiments comes at the time the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Mundubile is gathering momentum attracting crowds everywhere he goes. "Garry Nkombo started fighting me a - [Hichilema begins Southern Province Tour says "very people who used to beat citizens for holding divergent views, can't be here misleading you"](https://zambianeye.com/very-people-who-used-to-beat-citizens-for-holding-divergent-views-cant-be-here-misleading-you-hichilema-hits-back/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has taken a swipe at opposition accusing his party of violence, saying the very people used to beat up fellow citizens for having different views with them. President Hichilema urged citizens not to vote for such people and parties into power. "The truth must be said in no uncertain terms. The - [Ex Intelligence boss Chungu committed to High Court for trial](https://zambianeye.com/ex-intelligence-boss-chungu-committed-to-high-court-for-trial/) - Chief Resident Magistrate Nthandose Chabala has committed former Director General of the Zambia Security Intelligence Service, Xavier Chungu, to the High Court for trial on charges under the State Security Act. The committal was made during a brief session at the Lusaka Magistrates Court earlier today after the State informed the court that it had - [Chiefs should be respected, visited at their palaces and not called away from their communities to attend political events, Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/chiefs-must-not-be-dragged-to-political-events-says-mundubile-as-law-forbids-partisanship/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has called for traditional leaders to be accorded greater respect by politicians, saying chiefs should be visited at their palaces and not summoned to attend political events. Mundubile made the remarks in Chitambo District, Central Province, after paying a courtesy call on - [SADC deploys election observers to Zambia ahead of August 13 polls](https://zambianeye.com/sadc-deploys-election-observers-to-zambia-ahead-of-august-13-polls/) - The Southern African Development Community has announced the deployment of the SADC Electoral Observation Mission to Zambia to observe the General Election scheduled for 13 August 2026. The move is in line with Article 8.1 of the Revised SADC Principles and Guidelines Governing Democratic Elections of 2021 and forms part of the regional bloc’s continued - [ECZ releases list of validly nominated parliamentary candidates for 13 August polls](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-releases-list-of-validly-nominated-parliamentary-candidates-for-13-august-polls/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has released the list of all validly nominated candidates for the 2026 parliamentary elections set for Thursday, 13 August. In a public notice dated 22nd July 2026, the electoral body gave a breakdown of candidates by province, constituency, party and ballot symbol following nominations lodged between Wednesday, 20th May - [Hichilema drives along Lusaka-Kabwe highway as onlookers turn inspection into sort of 'campaign roadshow'](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-drives-along-lusaka-kabwe-highway-as-onlookers-turn-inspection-into-sort-of-campaign-roadshow/) - President Hakainde Hichilema is taking a drive along the Lusaka-Kabwe dual carriageway to appreciate the works done so far on the 140-kilometre road project. President Hichilema used the drive to inspect progress on what government has described as a USD650 million masterpiece aimed at easing traffic and improving trade between Lusaka and the Copperbelt. The - [UNZA fires raise safety concerns again as students return to campus](https://zambianeye.com/unza-fires-raise-safety-concerns-again-as-students-return-to-campus/) - The University of Zambia is facing renewed questions over student safety after another fire broke out in one of its hostels this week, just as students were settling back on campus for the new semester. The latest incident happened on Tuesday night at October 2 Hostel. According to students who were in the building, a - [WATCH VIDEO: UPND cadres 'seen' at our rallies in Chisamba, Mkushi carrying guns- Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-cadres-seen-at-our-rallies-in-chisamba-mkushi-carrying-guns-mundubile/) - https://youtu.be/1d2f2hWPwRc?feature=shared The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says some known UPND cadres were seen at their rallies in Chisamba and Mkushi brandishing guns. Mundubile made these remarks during a press conference this morning and called on President Hakainde Hichilema to rein in on - [ZANU PF wants Mnangagwa in power until 2037, days after 2030 Bill was signed into law](https://zambianeye.com/zanu-pf-wants-mnangagwa-in-power-until-2037-days-after-2030-bill-was-signed-into-law/) - ZANU PF’s Harare Province is already pushing for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to stay in power well past the new 2030 deadline, barely days after he signed the constitutional changes that extended his current term. The same ZANU PF Harare Province is the one that proposed for the Constitutional Amendment Bill number 3 (CAB3) which is - [TAZARA revival back in spotlight again as campaign trail heats up](https://zambianeye.com/tazara-revival-back-in-spotlight-again-as-campaign-trail-heats-up/) - With elections just 23 days away, the revival of the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) is back in political speeches. TAZARA, a symbol of African cooperation is of great importance to Zambia as it is aimed at improving regional trade and logistics, strengthening exports through the Port of Dar es Salaam, and reducing transport costs for - [Six nations secure places at 2030 FIFA World Cup](https://zambianeye.com/six-nations-secure-places-at-2030-fifa-world-cup/) - Six countries have already secured qualification for the 2030 FIFA World Cup after FIFA confirmed the unusual hosting format for the tournament. The 2030 World Cup will be played across six nations and three continents as part of celebrations to mark 100 years since the first World Cup was held. To honor that milestone, the - [President Hichilema boasts of working energy reforms](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-boasts-of-a-working-energy-reforms/) - President Hakainde Hichilema says the country is registering growth in the energy sub-sector, due to massive investment his administration has been working on. Speaking in Chisamba, as he commissioned the 100 megawatt Phase II of the solar power plant, he said his government has attracted serious investors. The commissioning of this phase brought the single - [Given Katuta loses running mate as John Nyirenda steps down ahead of August polls](https://zambianeye.com/given-katuta-loses-running-mate-as-john-nyirenda-steps-down-ahead-of-august-polls/) - Independent presidential hopeful Reverend Doctor Given Katuta will head to the 13th August 2026 General Election without her chosen running mate after John Nyirenda formally pulled out of the race. In a letter sent to the Chief Electoral Officer at the Electoral Commission of Zambia, Nyirenda confirmed that he was stepping aside with immediate effect. - [Mundubile 'effect' spreads everywhere he goes like veld fire](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-effect-spreads-everywhere-he-goes-like-veld-fire/) - Rising slowly, the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile's campaign strategy is gaining momentum with each outing. Citizens are thronging his campaigns in huge numbers wherever he goes, leaving many wondering what 'sin' would President Hakainde Hichilema have committed to anger Zambians that much. Political watchers are on record - [Fire breaks out at UNZA, as students return](https://zambianeye.com/fire-breaks-out-at-unza-as-students-return/) - A fire broke out on Tuesday evening at the University of Zambia’s Great East Road Campus, just days after students returned to their hostels following months of closure for renovations. The blaze started at around 19:00 hours in October 2 Hostel, one of the male residences that was recently rehabilitated. According to police, the fire - [Tonse Alliance projects Mundubile victory with over 66 percent, says Dr. Zumani Zimba](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-alliance-projects-mundubile-victory-with-over-66-percent-says-dr-zumani-zimba/) - LUSAKA, July 21, 2026 – Tonse Alliance Secretary General Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba has projected that the alliance's presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile, will win the August 13 General Election with more than 66 percent of the vote. Speaking during an interview on Diamond TV's Diamond Live programme, Dr. Zimba said the Tonse Alliance's internal assessments, - [BM, MZ cyclone grip central province: Kabwe brought to stand-still as Mundubile vows "One People, One Nation"](https://zambianeye.com/bm-mz-cyclone-grip-central-province-kabwe-brought-to-stand-still-as-mundubile-vows-one-people-one-nation/) - Man of the moment, and National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu invaded Kabwe with an energetic roadshow that brought the town to a standstill. The two leaders' entry into the area was characterised by residents lining up the streets to get a glimpse - [Former Vice President Guy Scott buried](https://zambianeye.com/former-vice-president-guy-scott-buried/) - The former Zambian Vice President Dr. Guy Scott has been buried at the Leopards Hill Memorial Park in Lusaka, marking the final procession for late leader's journey, wit family, friends, and mourners gathered to bid him a final farewell. His burial was preceded by a state funeral service at the Anglican Cathedral of the Holy - [Zambia takes stock of economy ahead of August polls](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-takes-stock-of-economy-ahead-of-august-polls/) - The Ministry of Finance and National Planning is set to present a mid-year review of Zambia’s economy soon, as government, business and citizens assess how the 2026 budget is performing six months into the year. This will be done during the presentation of the quarter 2 (Q2 2026 Budget, Economic Performance and Outlook Townhall Meeting - ["Akamba late" — Hichilema roasted online after "Hunger Brings Trouble" Remarks](https://zambianeye.com/akamba-late-hichilema-roasted-online-after-hunger-brings-trouble-remarks/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has come under intense fire on social media after warning that hunger is the fastest route to national instability. “If you want trouble in the country, let the citizens go hungry, and trouble will come quickly,” President Hichilema said in remarks that immediately sparked a backlash online. The President’s comments, made as - ["If You Want Trouble, Let People Go Hungry" — Hichilema Admits Why Zambians Are Angry With Him](https://zambianeye.com/if-you-want-trouble-let-people-go-hungry-hichilema-admits-why-zambians-are-angry-with-him/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has acknowledged public anger over the cost of living, saying hunger is the fastest way to spark national unrest. “If you want trouble in the country, let the citizens go hungry, and trouble will come quickly,” President Hichilema said. The President made the remarks as he addressed the current economic pressure facing - [Zambia in crisis today because Hichilema forgot that power belongs to the people- Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-in-crisis-today-because-hichilema-forgot-that-power-belongs-to-the-people-mundubile/) - National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says the problem that the country is facing today is because President Hakainde Hichilema and his administration have forgotten that power belongs to the people. He says if a government fails to take care of its people it has to be removed from - [Ballot papers to touch down at KKIA on July 26- ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/ballot-papers-expected-in-zambia-on-july-26-ecz/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has announced that 86% of ballot papers for the August 13, 2026 General Election have been printed and packaged, with the first consignment scheduled for airlift to Lusaka on July 26, 2026. Giving an update from Al Gurair in Dubai on Monday, July 20, ECZ Commissioner McDonald Chipenzi said - [Andy Burnham elected new British Prime Minister, pledges to tackle cost of living](https://zambianeye.com/andy-burnham-elected-new-british-prime-minister-pledges-to-tackle-cost-of-living/) - Andy Burnham has been elected the new British Prime Minister, promising to win over voters “fed up with politics” and to restore the UK’s reputation as a source of stability. Delivering his first speech outside 10 Downing Street, Burnham vowed to take power “out of Westminster” and give the public greater control over “life’s - ["Scott was not power hungry-" President Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/scott-was-not-power-hungry-president-hichilema/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has eulogized the late former Vice-President and Acting President Dr. Guy Scott as a courageous leader who put country above ambition and chose peace over political turmoil. Speaking during a memorial service in honor of Dr. Scott at the Anglican Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Lusaka, Hichilema said the late statesman - ['President Mnangagwa' holds countrywide 'Food and Drink rallies' to celebrate extension of his term of office](https://zambianeye.com/president-mnangagwa-holds-countrywide-food-and-drink-rallies-to-celebrate-extension-of-his-term-of-office/) - The President Emmerson Mnangagwa led Zimbabwean ruling party ZANU PF at the weekend held “CAB3 Thank You Rallies” in all the country’s 10 provinces to celebrate Constitutional Amendment Act which extends his term of office. According to the party the rallies were to recognise and appreciate its supporters who rallied behind the recently assented Constitutional - ["We’ll produce millionaires in Chisamba from gold mining," says Mundubile as he promises economic revival](https://zambianeye.com/well-produce-millionaires-in-chisamba-from-gold-mining-says-mundubile-as-he-promises-economic-revival/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu held a campaign rally in Chisamba, Central Province on Sunday where he promised economic revival. Mundubile told supporters that within 2 years of an NRPUP government, "we’ll produce millionaires in Chisamba from gold mining". He said his - [All set for ex vice president Guy Scott's burial at Leopards Hill Memorial Park](https://zambianeye.com/all-set-for-ex-vice-president-guy-scotts-burial-at-leopards-hill-memorial-park/) - The stage is set for the burial of former Vice-President Guy Scott who will be laid to rest today at Leopards Hill Memorial Park in Lusaka. President Hakainde Hichilema has accorded Dr. Scott a State funeral and declared five days of national mourning in his honour. Scott, who once acted as Zambia's president for three - [Zambia braces for fuel price hike, as crude tops $90 amid Middle East escalation](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-braces-for-fuel-price-hike-as-crude-tops-90-amid-middle-east-escalation/) - The United States launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iran on Monday as Tehran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices above $90 a barrel and raising fears of a global energy crisis. About 20% of the world’s oil and gas passes through the 33km-wide Strait of Hormuz, and the - [Spain crowned World Champions after hard fought 1-0 win over Argentina in New York](https://zambianeye.com/spain-crowned-world-champions-after-hard-fought-1-0-win-over-argentina-in-new-york/) - Spain are the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) 2026 World Cup champions after defeating Agentina by 1 goal to nil. The win came after a thrilling and hard-fought battle, and one decisive goal was enough to secure glory for La Roja. Substitute Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra - [Hichilema directs recruitment of volunteer health and education workers who attended Mwense rally](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-directs-recruitment-of-volunteer-health-and-education-workers-who-attended-mwense-rally/) - MWENSE, LUAPULA PROVINCE, July 16, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has directed that volunteer workers in the health and education sectors who attended his campaign rally in Mwense be considered for employment under the government's ongoing recruitment exercise. The directive, announced during the United Party for National Development (UPND) presidential campaign in Luapula Province, has - [Pastor Lazarus Muoka draws thousands to healing and miracle crusade in Lusaka](https://zambianeye.com/pastor-lazarus-muoka-draws-thousands-to-healing-and-miracle-crusade-in-lusaka/) - https://youtu.be/STKOwFtmFwM LUSAKA, July 16, 2026 – Thousands of worshippers gathered in Lusaka's Matero Township on Wednesday as the General Overseer of The Lord's Chosen Charismatic Revival Movement, Pastor Lazarus Muoka, began a two-day healing and miracle crusade during his visit to Zambia. The Nigerian televangelist, who travelled from Lagos for the crusade, attracted believers from - [No employing people from rallies, all will be given equal opportunity- Mundubile tells Lusaka rally ](https://zambianeye.com/no-employing-people-from-rallies-all-will-be-given-equal-opportunity-mundubile-tells-lusaka-rally/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has pledged that his government will not reserve jobs for political supporters, saying all Zambians will be given equal opportunity to employment regardless of party affiliation. Speaking to thousands of supporters at a rally in Lusaka this afternoon, Mundubile said the practice of - [Mr. Nguzu backs Mundubile candidature, adding to wave of high-profile endorsements](https://zambianeye.com/mr-nguzu-backs-mundubile-candidature-adding-to-wave-of-high-profile-endorsements/) - Veteran actor Mutale Monde, best known as “Mr. Nguzu” from the Zambezi Magic series Mpali, has publicly declared support for the opposition leader Brian Mundubile ahead of the August 13, 2026 General Election. The endorsement comes high on the heels of another, by former UPND member Paul Moonga also disclosed his allegiance to Mundubile. Moonga - [CEC launches public awareness campaign on unclaimed dividends for deceased shareholders](https://zambianeye.com/cec-launches-public-awareness-campaign-on-unclaimed-dividends-for-deceased-shareholders/) - When a family loses a breadwinner in death, the pain goes beyond just missing their presence for good, but brings along untold suffering for those left behind. In some cases families lose everything including investments, sometimes through ignorance on where to start from, leaving dividends unclaimed. Be that as it may, the Copperbelt Energy - ["My hands, legs are tied; passport and phones grabbed": Mundubile complains about unequal playing field ahead of polls](https://zambianeye.com/my-hands-legs-are-tied-passport-and-phones-grabbed-mundubile-complains-of-unequal-playing-field-ahead-of-polls/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has lamented what he describes as an unequal playing field ahead of the August 13 General Elections, alleging harassment and seizure of personal property by authorities. Speaking at a press briefing this morning, Mundubile said members of his campaign team have been - [EU launches probe into withdrawal of candidates ahead of Zambia's August 13 polls](https://zambianeye.com/eu-launches-probe-into-withdrawal-of-candidates-ahead-of-zambias-august-13-polls/) - *LUSAKA* — The European Union has announced it will investigate the recent withdrawal of candidates from Zambia’s General Elections, citing concerns over the integrity of the electoral process and the right of citizens to choose their representatives. In a brief statement released yesterday, the EU Delegation to Zambia said it was “closely monitoring developments regarding - ["PEACEFUL ELECTIONS START WITH YOU": Police preach dialogue hours after teargassing BM, MZ roadshow](https://zambianeye.com/peaceful-elections-start-with-you-police-preach-dialogue-hours-after-teargassing-bm-mz-roadshow/) - The Zambia Police Service has urged citizens to choose dialogue over confrontation as the country heads to the August 13 General Elections, hours after firing teargas to disperse a Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance roadshow that left a 10-year-old girl injured. In its “Tip of the Day” public sensitization message issued yesterday, police said individual conduct will - [It would be a political suicide for Kalaba to expel me, Kambwili](https://zambianeye.com/it-would-be-a-political-suicide-for-kalaba-to-expel-me-kambwili/) - Citizens First, CF, Roan parliamentary candidate Chishimba Kambwili says the party risks losing both the presidency and the Roan parliamentary seat if it expels him for endorsing another candidate in the August 13 elections. Kambwili says it would be political suicide for the Harry Kalaba led CF to take disciplinary action against him after he - [What decisions are farmers being forced to make as they await price gazetting?](https://zambianeye.com/what-decisions-are-farmers-being-forced-to-make-as-they-await-price-gazetting/) - By Maanda; concerned young farmer Because in farming, uncertainty has a cost. As Zambia awaits the maize price announcement, the conversation should go beyond the figure that will eventually be released. In agriculture, information is an input. Just like a farmer needs seed, fertilizer and water to produce, they also need timely market information to - [Brian Mundubile, Makebi Zulu Draw Crowds During Campaign Roadshow in Zambia's Capital](https://zambianeye.com/brian-mundubile-makebi-zulu-draw-crowds-during-campaign-roadshow-in-zambias-capital/) - https://youtu.be/pLOdycnRMcA?feature=shared Opposition presidential candidate *Brian Mundubile* and his running mate *Makebi Zulu* drew large crowds of supporters during a campaign roadshow through Zambia's capital, Lusaka, as political parties intensify campaigns ahead of next month's general elections. Hundreds of residents lined the streets and followed the campaign convoy on foot, with many seen walking and running - [WATCH VIDEO: Police attempt to block Mundubile, Makebi Kabwata roadshow](https://zambianeye.com/police-attempt-to-block-mundubile-makebi-kabwata-roadshow/) - https://youtu.be/ay5NGjlYm-g?feature=shared Police in the capital on Thursday tried to block a planned roadshow by National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity, NRPUP, Presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu in Lusaka’s Kabwata Constituency. The convoy, which was moving through Kabwata in the afternoon, was stopped by officers who cited public order concerns, - [Mundubile, Makebi tear-gassed by police in Lusaka](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-tear-gassed-by-police-in-lusaka/) - The Zambia Police Service in Lusaka this afternoon threw teargas canisters at NRPUP leader Brian Mundubile and his running Mate Makebi. The incident took place as the two leaders were conducting a roadshow in the capital. In a social media post, Mundubile confirmed the development saying no amount of intimidation would stop them from taking - [Africa TV is Back — Bigger, Better and More Exclusive!](https://zambianeye.com/africa-tv-is-back-bigger-better-and-more-exclusive/) - https://youtu.be/cuW82O8AWyc We're excited to announce that Africa TV is back on YouTube, bringing you the latest news, exclusive interviews, breaking stories and in-depth reports from across Africa and around the world. From politics and business to technology, innovation, current affairs and human-interest stories, Africa TV is committed to delivering credible, timely and engaging journalism that - [Hichilema labels former PF MP Mulenga Fube “a bad person” at Chilubi rally](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-labels-former-pf-mp-mulenga-fube-a-bad-person-at-chilubi-rally/) - President Hakainde Hichilema on Thursday used a campaign rally in Chilubi District, Northern Province, to take a direct swipe at former PF Member of Parliament Mulenga Fube, describing him as “a bad person” who misled residents during his time in office. Addressing thousands of UPND supporters who gathered at Chilubi Boma, President Hichilema said the - [Lumezi North NRPUP parliamentary candidate Clement Mwale dies](https://zambianeye.com/lumezi-north-nrpup-parliamentary-candidate-clement-mwale-dies/) - LUSAKA— The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity, NRPUP, and Tonse Alliance parliamentary candidate for Lumezi North Constituency, Clement Mwale, has died after a short illness. His death has triggered a constitutional process that will see the parliamentary election in Lumezi North postponed, while voting for other positions in the area is expected to - [Zambia declares five days of National mourning for late former Veep Guy Scott](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-declares-five-days-of-national-mourning-for-late-former-veep-guy-scott/) - ...Country observes second election-period national mourning in five years The Zambian Government has declared five days of national mourning following the death of former Vice President Dr. Guy Lindsay Scott, a development that comes as political parties intensify campaigns ahead of the August 13, 2026 General Elections. Government announced that the period of national mourning - [France approves assisted dying Bill in landmark vote](https://zambianeye.com/france-approves-assisted-dying-bill-in-landmark-vote/) - ...Law Would Allow Some Terminally Ill Patients to Choose Medically Assisted Death... France has taken a historic step towards legalising assisted dying after the country's National Assembly voted in favour of legislation that would allow certain terminally ill patients to seek medical assistance to end their lives. Lawmakers voted 291 in favour and 241 - [Mundubile meets EU EOM, calls for greater international observation ahead of 2026 polls](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-meets-eu-eom-calls-for-greater-international-observation-ahead-of-2026-polls/) - LUSAKA- Opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has called for increased foreign election monitoring ahead of Zambia’s 2026 General Elections, saying broader international observation is critical to building public confidence in the vote. Mundubile made the remarks on Thursday after meeting with the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM), which is currently in Zambia to - [Ghanaian Startup Uses AI-Powered Drones to Revolutionize Pest Control](https://zambianeye.com/ghanaian-startup-uses-ai-powered-drones-to-revolutionize-pest-control/) - https://youtu.be/-8Wp3m2eazs A Ghanaian technology startup is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and drone technology to help farmers combat crop pests more efficiently, offering a smart solution that could transform agriculture across Africa. The AI-powered drones are designed to identify pest-infested areas with precision before applying targeted treatments. By using advanced imaging and artificial intelligence, - [Argentina stage dramatic comeback to beat England 2-1 and reach World Cup final](https://zambianeye.com/argentina-stage-dramatic-comeback-to-beat-england-2-1-and-reach-world-cup-final/) - EAST RUTHERFORD, — Argentina’s defending champions once again showed why they are kings of late drama, coming from behind to beat England 2-1 on Tuesday and book a place in the 2026 World Cup final against Spain. Trailing 1-0 with five minutes to go at MetLife Stadium, Lionel Scaloni’s side produced two goals in stoppage - [Zambians react to death of former vice President Guy Scott, debate burial in grave reserved for Lungu](https://zambianeye.com/zambians-react-to-death-of-former-vice-president-guy-scott-debate-burial-in-grave-reserved-for-lungu/) - News of the death of Zambia’s former vice, President Dr. Guy Scott has triggered an outpouring of tributes, memories, and debate across the country, with many Zambians now discussing whether he should be buried in the empty grave initially reserved for the late former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu. Dr. Scott, 82, who made history in - [Hichilema's democratic record on spotlight as Archbishop Chama warns of hair-raising fear, violence ahead of Zambia’s elections](https://zambianeye.com/hichilemas-democratic-record-on-spotlight-as-archbishop-chama-warns-of-hair-raising-fear-violence-ahead-of-zambias-elections/) - Zambia’s Catholic Church which over the years has had a say in the country's politics has issued a stark warning ahead of the polls, saying the country stands at a crossroads between stability and chaos. Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops President Archbishop Ignatius Chama recently told congregants that the current political climate is breeding fear - [Spain, Argentina set for historic 2026 World Cup final in New York](https://zambianeye.com/spain-argentina-set-for-historic-2026-world-cup-final-in-new-york/) - The stage is set for a blockbuster finale, as defending champions Argentina will face 2010 winners Spain on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium, in the first ever World Cup final between the reigning Copa America and European champions. Kickoff is scheduled for 21:00 Central African Time. This will also be the first time the - [Mundubile alleges UPND has money to buy off candidates but not to pay farmers](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-alleges-upnd-has-money-to-buy-off-candidates-but-not-to-pay-farmers/) - KAFUE, LUSAKA PROVINCE, July 16, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has alleged that the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) has resources to persuade opposition candidates to withdraw from the August 13 General Election but lacks the funds to pay farmers for their produce. Addressing - [Former Vice President Dr. Guy Scott dies at 82](https://zambianeye.com/former-vice-president-dr-guy-scott-dies-at-82/) - LUSAKA, July 15, 2026 – Zambia is mourning the death of former Republican Vice President and former Acting President Dr. Guy Lindsay Scott, who has died at the age of 82. Dr. Scott, one of Zambia's most distinguished politicians and economists, passed away on Wednesday. His death marks the end of a remarkable political career - [Chongwe residents brave the cold night for Mundubile and Makebi as Lusaka campaign gathers momentum](https://zambianeye.com/chongwe-residents-brave-the-cold-night-for-mundubile-and-makebi-as-lusaka-campaign-gathers-momentum/) - CHONGWE, LUSAKA PROVINCE, July 15, 2026 – Hundreds of residents in Chongwe stayed out late into the night on Tuesday to listen to National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu as the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance kicked off its Lusaka Province campaign. The Chongwe rally - [Rural vote is gone, UPND will not win it, says Makebi Zulu](https://zambianeye.com/rural-vote-is-gone-upnd-will-not-win-it-says-makebi-zulu/) - LUSAKA, July 15, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) vice-presidential candidate Makebi Zulu says it is an illusion for the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) to believe it will retain the rural vote in next month's General Election, arguing that voters in rural Zambia have turned against the government. - [Twin Palm Road dual carriageway works progressing well, says Lusaka City Council](https://zambianeye.com/twin-palm-road-dual-carriageway-works-progressing-well-says-lusaka-city-council/) - LUSAKA, July 14, 2026 – The Lusaka City Council (LCC) says rehabilitation works on Twin Palm Road are progressing well as part of the city's 40.1-kilometre Road Rehabilitation Programme aimed at improving traffic flow and modernising Lusaka's road network. According to the Council, the project includes the expansion of Twin Palm Road from a single - [Mundubile says NRP-UP government will eliminate delays in maize payments through investment in grain dryers](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-says-nrp-up-government-will-eliminate-delays-in-maize-payments-through-investment-in-grain-dryers/) - LUSAKA, July 14, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says his government would invest in modern maize drying facilities to ensure farmers are paid on time and are not subjected to delays caused by high grain moisture content. Mundubile's remarks have resurfaced following the Food Reserve Agency - [THE EYE VIEW: Violence Has No Political Colour - Arrest UPND Aspiring Mongu MP](https://zambianeye.com/the-eye-view-violence-has-no-political-colour-arrest-upnd-aspiring-mongu-mp/) - Leaders Must Guard Their Words By Mbanga Ilukui Irvine As Zambia moves closer to the August 13 general elections, the responsibility resting on political leaders has never been greater. Campaigns are becoming more intense, emotions are running high, and supporters are becoming increasingly passionate about defending their preferred candidates. It is precisely at such moments - [AI Is Transforming Uganda's Music Industry, but Artists Warn the Human Touch Must Remain](https://zambianeye.com/ai-is-transforming-ugandas-music-industry-but-artists-warn-the-human-touch-must-remain/) - https://youtu.be/32vkty8zYLU Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way music is created in Uganda, offering artists and producers faster, more affordable ways to compose, record and produce songs. However, the technology is also raising questions about creativity, authenticity and copyright protection. Across recording studios in Uganda's capital, Kampala, musicians are increasingly using AI-powered tools to generate - [Former OP chief Xavier Chungu withdraws presidential bid, endorses Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/former-op-chief-xavier-chungu-withdraws-presidential-bid-endorses-mundubile/) - MANSA, LUAPULA PROVINCE, July 11, 2026 – Former Zambia Security Intelligence Service (ZSIS) Director-General Xavier Chungu has reportedly withdrawn from the 2026 presidential race and endorsed National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu. The announcement was made on Saturday during an NRP-UP campaign rally - [The time for change is now! - Why vote for the Mundubile / Makebi ticket on 13th August 2026](https://zambianeye.com/the-time-for-change-is-now-why-vote-for-the-mundubile-makebi-ticket-on-13th-august-2026/) - Chishala Kateka President – New Heritage Party As New Heritage Party, we have taken note of a number of HH/UPND supporters waxing lyrical about the fact that HH has performed well, economically, and therefore must be given another 5-year mandate. Our colleagues, though well meaning, seem to be missing the point. During the MMD era, - [Mundubile, Makebi take campaign to Lusaka as Hichilema heads for Muchinga](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-take-campaign-to-lusaka-as-hichilema-heads-for-muchinga/) - LUSAKA, July 13, 2026 – The race for State House is set to intensify this week as Tonse Pamodzi Alliance-backed National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu shift their campaign to Lusaka Province, while President Hakainde Hichilema takes his re-election campaign to Muchinga Province. - [Farmers anxious as FRA delays announcing 2026 maize floor price](https://zambianeye.com/farmers-anxious-as-fra-delays-announcing-2026-maize-floor-price/) - LUSAKA, July 13, 2026 – Farmers across Zambia are growing increasingly anxious after the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) failed to announce the much-anticipated 2026 maize floor price, despite the marketing season already being underway in many parts of the country. The delay has left thousands of small-scale farmers uncertain about where and at what price - [ANALYSIS: Zambia's 2026 election will be won in the battlegrounds, not the strongholds](https://zambianeye.com/analysis-zambias-2026-election-will-be-won-in-the-battlegrounds-not-the-strongholds/) - By Antonio Mourinho Mwanza With exactly one month before Zambians head to the polls on August 13, one reality is becoming increasingly evident: the 2026 presidential election will not be decided by traditional strongholds alone. History suggests that every major political party enters the election with an established regional base. However, winning State House requires - [Hichilema revives dual carriageway plan for Lusaka-Kafue Road](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-revives-dual-carriageway-plan-for-lusaka-kafue-road/) - KAFUE, LUSAKA PROVINCE, July 12, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has pledged to construct a dual carriageway from Lusaka to Kafue Bridge if re-elected, saying the project will ease congestion on one of Zambia's busiest transport corridors. Addressing a campaign rally in Kafue on Sunday, the United Party for National Development (UPND) presidential candidate said - [UPND Data Collection Tool Sparks Suspicion in Namwala](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-data-collection-tool-sparks-suspicion-in-namwala/) - Attendance form distributed to Namwala headmen at UPND meeting raises electoral questions NAMWALA, July 11, 2026 – An attendance form reportedly distributed to headmen during a meeting held at Chief Nalubamba's Chambers in Mbeza Ward of Namwala East Constituency has raised questions among some traditional leaders over the type of information that was collected. The - ["Whether they like it or not, they are going" – Andyford Banda endorses Mundubile at Mansa rally](https://zambianeye.com/whether-they-like-it-or-not-they-are-going-andyford-banda-endorses-mundubile-at-mansa-rally/) - "On 13th, woke up at 01:00 hrs to go and vote" – Banda MANSA, LUAPULA PROVINCE, July 12, 2026 – "Whether they like it or not, they are going." Those were the words of former Organized People's Party (OPP) vice-presidential running mate Andyford Banda as he publicly endorsed Tonse Pamodzi Alliance-backed presidential candidate Brian Mundubile - [Mundubile vows to "reset" Zambia, accuses UPND of "desperation" at Mansa mega rally](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-vows-to-reset-zambia-accuses-upnd-of-desperation-at-mansa-mega-rally/) - MANSA, LUAPULA PROVINCE, July 12, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile concluded his campaign tour of Luapula Province with a large rally in Mansa on Sunday, where he pledged to "reset" Zambia if elected in the August 13 General Election and accused the ruling UPND of becoming - [Dancing bear, music and politics: Hichilema's Eastern Province rally sparks debate over campaign style](https://zambianeye.com/dancing-bear-music-and-politics-hichilemas-eastern-province-rally-sparks-debate-over-campaign-style/) - https://youtube.com/shorts/zP42aKYJrlY?si=RRzt1ieRYkhAVG6d SINDA, EASTERN PROVINCE, July 10, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema's final campaign rally in Eastern Province has generated widespread discussion after he appeared alongside a person dressed in a bear costume wearing United Party for National Development (UPND) regalia, adding a theatrical touch to an event that also featured popular musicians. The bear, clad - [Don't vote for opposition, they want to come and fire all Civil Servants - Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/dont-vote-for-opposition-they-want-to-come-and-fire-all-civil-servants-hichilema/) - ...As Mundubile cautions officials over election conduct SHANTUMBU, LUSAKA PROVINCE, July 11, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has warned civil servants against supporting the opposition in next month's General Election, claiming they risk losing their jobs if the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) forms government. Addressing a campaign rally in Shantumbu on - [Lusaka man alleged killed over "Mundubile/Makebi Bengile" campaign song laid to rest](https://zambianeye.com/lusaka-man-alleged-killed-over-mundubile-makebi-bengile-campaign-song-laid-to-rest/) - ...as election violence concerns grow https://youtu.be/Db9FeX5ob8o?si=Tjzs5lHNRa73fZub LUSAKA, July 11, 2026 – A Lusaka resident, Nelson Chikumbi, who was allegedly killed after playing an opposition campaign song, has been laid to rest at Leopards Hill Memorial Park Cemetery amid growing concerns over politically-related violence ahead of Zambia's August 13 General Election. According to the family and - [Chinese President Xi Jinping Welcomes Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Beijing](https://zambianeye.com/chinese-president-xi-jinping-welcomes-namibian-president-netumbo-nandi-ndaitwah-in-beijing/) - https://youtu.be/BEIaNe3elak Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday hosted an official welcome ceremony for Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing as she continues her seven-day state visit to China. The ceremony featured a 21-gun salute at Tian'anmen Square, the playing of the national anthems of Namibia and China, and - [Hichilema says Sinda rally crowd was unprecedented, seeks second term as Eastern Province tour ends](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-says-sinda-rally-crowd-was-unprecedented-seeks-second-term-as-eastern-province-tour-ends/) - SINDA, EASTERN PROVINCE, July 10, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has described the turnout at his campaign rally in Sinda as unprecedented as he concluded his two-day campaign tour of Eastern Province with a renewed appeal for a second term in office. Addressing supporters in Sinda on Friday, the United Party for National Development (UPND) - [Thousands turn out for Mundubile and Makebi rallies in Mwense and Mambilima](https://zambianeye.com/thousands-turn-out-for-mundubile-and-makebi-rallies-in-mwense-and-mambilima/) - MWENSE, LUAPULA PROVINCE, July 10, 2026 – Thousands of people gathered in Mwense and later in Mambilima on Friday as Tonse Pamodzi Alliance leader and NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, accompanied by his running mate Makebi Zulu, continued their campaign tour of Luapula Province ahead of the August 13 General Election. Supporters packed the two - [THE EYE VIEW: Zambia's Tribal Politics - When do we stop?](https://zambianeye.com/the-eye-view-zambias-tribal-politics-when-do-we-stop/) - Tribal Politics: Zambia's Greatest Democratic Challenge By Mbanga Ilukui Irvine With less than 40 days remaining before Zambia's general election, one uncomfortable reality has once again moved to the centre of national politics—tribalism. Election campaigns should ideally be contests of ideas, policies and leadership. Instead, every election cycle seems to reopen old regional and ethnic - [Copperbelt Police Boss Yuyi removed in Command shake-up](https://zambianeye.com/copperbelt-police-boss-yuyi-removed-in-command-shake-up/) - LUSAKA – Zambia Police has effected changes in its provincial command structure following the immediate removal of Copperbelt Province Police Commanding Officer Mwala Yuyi. According to information confirmed on Friday, Mr Yuyi has been transferred to Police Service Headquarters in Lusaka for further deployment, ending his tenure as the officer in charge of one of - [Senior Chief Mununga Blesses Brian Mundubile Ahead of August Elections](https://zambianeye.com/senior-chief-mununga-blesses-brian-mundubile-ahead-of-august-elections/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7o5qrLCpRzk Opposition NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile this evening visited Senior Chief Mununga, who offered him a traditional blessing and publicly presented him during the visit. The event adds to a series of engagements between Mundubile and traditional leaders as he continues his nationwide campaign ahead of Zambia's August 2026 general elections. According to the - [Kambwili calls UPND free Education policy fake, as Mundubile pledges free books and uniforms](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-calls-upnd-free-education-policy-fake-as-mundubile-pledges-free-books-and-uniforms/) - KAMBWILI RALLIES SUPPORT FOR MUNDUBILE IN LUAPULA MWANSABOMBWE – Veteran politician Chishimba Kambwili has dismissed the UPND government's claims that more than 2.5 million children have returned to school as a result of the Free Education Policy, describing the figures as "false" and part of what he termed a series of unfulfilled promises made by - [Kalaba loses running mate as Moses Muwere joins Tonse Pamodzi Alliance](https://zambianeye.com/kalaba-loses-running-mate-as-moses-muwere-joins-tonse-pamodzi-alliance/) - LUSAKA – Citizens First (CF) president and presidential candidate Harry Kalaba has lost his running mate, Moses Mawere, who has officially left the party to join the opposition Tonse Alliance, becoming the second presidential running mate in the 2026 general election to step down before polling day. Kalaba confirmed Mawere's departure in a statement issued - [HH PLAYS TOP SPY: "I know opposition is planning to rig August 13 polls](https://zambianeye.com/hh-plays-top-spy-i-know-opposition-is-planning-to-rig-august-13-polls/) - President Hakainde Hichilema says he has intelligence indicating that the opposition is planning to interfere with the August 13, 2026 General Election. Breaking the story, News Diggers, reports that President Hichilema, speaking as the country’s "Chief intelligence officer", said he had sniffed out the alleged plot. President Hichilema reportedly said he is monitoring developments ahead - [MORE DETAILS: Vice President Nalumango safe and sound after plane crash- government](https://zambianeye.com/plane-carrying-vice-president-nalumango-crashes-shortly-after-take-off-in-nakonde/) - *NAKONDE* — The Government has confirmed that a Zambia Air Force helicopter carrying Vice President Dr. W. K. Mutale Nalumango had an accident at take-off in Nakonde, Muchinga Province, earlier today. In a press statement issued for immediate release on 9th July 2026, Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick K. Kangwa said the incident occurred during - [A plane carrying Zambia's Vice President, Mutale Nalumango crashes](https://zambianeye.com/a-plane-carrying-zambias-vice-president-mutale-nalumango-crashes/) - A plane carrying Zambia's Vice President, Dr. W. K. Mutale Nalumango, has crashed shortly after take-off in Nakonde, reports Chete FM's Christabel Chulu. Preliminary information indicates the aircraft went down about 50 metres from the ground moments after departing. While sources close to the incident suggest there were about eight people on board, authorities have - ["Ba civil servants muliba suma, I wasn't threatening you" - Mundubile clarifies election warning in Luapula](https://zambianeye.com/ba-civil-servants-muliba-suma-i-wasnt-threatening-you-mundubile-clarifies-election-warning-in-luapula/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance and NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has clarified that his recent remarks directed at civil servants were not threats, but a warning against involvement in partisan politics and election rigging. Addressing a rally in Luapula Province with his running mate Makebi Zulu, Mundubile said his comments had been misinterpreted and that - ["WE ARE SUGAR... AND SO MUCH MORE!" - Nkombo unveils Agro-Industrial plan for Mazabuka Central](https://zambianeye.com/we-are-sugar-and-so-much-more-nkombo-unveils-agro-industrial-plan-for-mazabuka-central/) - Independent candidate for Mazabuka Central Constituency, Gary Nkombo, says Mazabuka’s future lies beyond sugar, and in turning every harvest into jobs, businesses and lasting wealth for residents. In a statement to constituents, Nkombo said the district has all the natural advantages needed to defeat poverty within a generation. "Mazabuka has the land, the water, the - [ECZ sets candidate resignations cut-off date ahead of 2026 General Election](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-sets-candidate-resignations-cut-off-date-ahead-of-2026-general-election/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia says no candidate would be allowed to resign as the ballot printing process is currently running. ECZ set the 6th of July 2026 as the administrative cut-off date for the receipt of candidate resignations ahead of this year’s General Election, warning that any resignations submitted after that date will not - [Bench warrant issued for former Nkana MP Binwell Mpundu over failure to appear in court](https://zambianeye.com/bench-warrant-issued-for-former-nkana-mp-binwell-mpundu-over-failure-to-appear-in-court/) - Lusaka Principal Magistrate Webster Milumbe has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of former Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu after dismissing an explanation given by his surety for his continued absence from court. The court was told that Mpundu failed to attend proceedings on the scheduled date. His surety, Christopher Kang'ombe, appeared before - [Chamisa declares "struggle for freedom has begun" as Mnangagwa signs Bill to extend his term of office](https://zambianeye.com/chamisa-declares-struggle-for-freedom-has-begun-as-mnangagwa-signs-bill-to-extend-his-term-of-office/) - Popular Zimbabwean politician and ex Citizens Coalition for Change leader Nelson Chamisa has declared that the "struggle for freedom" in Zimbabwe has been reignited, hours after President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed the Constitution Amendment Bill Number 3 into law. The legislation, commonly referred to as CAB3, is widely understood to pave the way for the President - [Legendary African women football coach dies](https://zambianeye.com/legendary-african-women-football-coach-dies/) - Former Copper Queens Coach Bruce Mwape is Remembered for Putting Zambia on the World Map *LUSAKA* — Zambian and African football is in mourning following the death of Bruce Mwape, the legendary coach who led the Copper Queens to unprecedented heights on the global stage. Mwape, widely credited with transforming women’s football in Zambia and - [The architecture of dictatorship; how Hichilema bent Zambia's constitution to his will](https://zambianeye.com/the-architecture-of-dictatorship-how-hichilema-bent-zambias-constitution-to-his-will/) - By Chishala Kateka Zambia’s constitutional amendment of 2025 was not a reform but a calculated design, a blueprint to keep Hakainde Hichilema at the centre of power. Act No. 8 fused the presidential vote, the fifty plus one rule, and proportional representation into a single mechanism that ensures Parliament’s composition is tethered to the president’s - [Morocco returns to the field against France carrying Africa's hopes](https://zambianeye.com/morocco-returns-to-the-field-against-france-carrying-africas-hopes/) - The lights will be bright, the stakes even higher tonight, as Morocco’s Atlas Lions walk out again, and they are not alone. When Morocco faces France in this high-profile encounter, the team carries more than tactics and points on the line. They carry the hopes of a continent. This is despite Moroccan government officials reportedly - ["Don't Spill Blood Over Power" – APC Leader Nason Msoni Tells Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/dont-spill-blood-over-power-apc-leader-nason-msoni-tells-hichilema/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TByKO9KDSBY Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Council of Leaders member and All People's Congress (APC) President Nason Msoni has urged incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema to respect the will of the Zambian people in the upcoming August elections. Addressing the media, Msoni appealed to President Hichilema to ensure the electoral process remains peaceful and to avoid any actions - [Tanzanian developers working to integrate Swahili into global AI ecosystem](https://zambianeye.com/tanzanian-developers-working-to-integrate-swahili-into-global-ai-ecosystem/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnHac9w-4Fo Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way the world communicates, learns and does business. But for many African languages, representation in AI systems remains limited. In Tanzania, however, a growing community of technology developers is working to change that by ensuring Swahili becomes an integral part of the global AI ecosystem. Developers, researchers and language - [Hichilema returns to Chiwempala where he was stoned, fulfils K10 Million promise](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-returns-to-chiwempala-where-he-was-stoned-fulfils-k10-million-promise/) - ...Fulfils K10 Million Promise To Marketeers, hand over the OB22 and OB19 mining dump sites to small-scale miners CHINGOLA – President Hakainde Hichilema on Thursday returned to Chiwempala Township in Chingola, the same township where his campaign rally was violently disrupted by stone-throwing youths earlier this month, this time fulfilling a pledge to traders and - [Mundubile's campaign gains momentum as endorsements grow](https://zambianeye.com/mundubiles-campaign-gains-momentum-as-endorsements-grow/) - Tasila Lungu's Husband joins campaigns LUSAKA – The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential campaign appears to be gathering fresh political momentum following a series of endorsements from opposition figures and individuals linked to former President Edgar Lungu, as the race towards the August 13 general elections intensifies. The latest high-profile figure to join National Reconciliation Party - [EDITORIAL: Democracy has a way of humbling the overconfident](https://zambianeye.com/editorial-democracy-has-a-way-of-humbling-the-overconfident/) - "There will be no change of government until 2041." Those were the remarks by UPND National Youth Chairperson Gilbert Liswaniso in a video circulating on social media, in which he dismissed the opposition's prospects and suggested that President Hakainde Hichilema's administration would remain in office for another 15 years. It is a confident statement. Perhaps - [Katotombwe, Tembo join Mundubile, Makebi campaign in Kawambwa](https://zambianeye.com/katotombwe-tembo-join-mundubile-makebi-campaign-in-kawambwa/) - Two senior leaders of the Patriots for Economic Progress, PeP, have thrown their weight behind the Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance, endorsing NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu ahead of the August 13 general election. PeP leader Chanda Katotombwe and his deputy Sean Tembo are in Kawambwa District today where they - [ECZ Halts Campaigns in Shiwang’andu Ward Ahead of VP Visit](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-halts-campaigns-in-shiwangandu-ward-ahead-of-vp-visit/) - Mutale NalumangoThe Electoral Commission of Zambia has temporarily suspended all political campaign activities in Chimpundu Ward of Shiwang’andu Constituency. In a directive issued through the Shiwang’andu District Electoral Office, the ECZ said the ban will run from Wednesday, 8th July to Friday, 10th July 2026. The suspension is to pave way for an official government - [Address water challenges quickly or else Nkamichita ububi- President Hichilema orders Mulonga Water and Sanitation Company](https://zambianeye.com/address-water-challenges-quickly-or-else-nkamichita-ububi-president-hichilema-orders-mulonga-water-and-sanitation-company/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has directed Mulonga Water and Sanitation Company to urgently address the persistent water supply challenges affecting residents of Chililabombwe. The President said the situation in the mining town has gone on for too long and cannot be allowed to continue, especially given the impact it has had on households, schools, clinics, and - [Xavier Chungu sedition case delayed again as DPP is yet to issue committal certificate](https://zambianeye.com/xavier-chungu-sedition-case-delayed-again-as-dpp-is-yet-to-issue-committal-certificate/) - The case in which former Zambia Security Intelligence Service Director General Xavier Chungu is charged with seditious practices has been adjourned for the second time after the state told court it is still waiting for instructions from the Director of Public Prosecutions. When the matter came up before Chief Resident Magistrate Thandose Chabala at the - [Mundubile, Makebi seek Senior Chief Mushota's blessings as campaign gathers pace](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-seek-senior-chief-mushotas-blessings-as-campaign-gathers-pace/) - KAWAMBWA — Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu arrived in Kawambwa District on Tuesday, where they paid a courtesy call on His Royal Highness Senior Chief Mushota of the Chishinga people to seek blessings and permission before engaging residents. The visit is part of the alliance’s continued campaign - [KCM Powers Zambian Football Forward With Historic K10.8 Million FAZ Deal](https://zambianeye.com/kcm-powers-zambian-football-forward-with-historic-k10-8-million-faz-deal/) - Football fans across Zambia can't stop cheering and talking about Konkola Copper Mines's stunning commitment of K10.8 million annually to the Football Association of Zambia. Included in the agreement, Bettingtop10 Zambia has learned, is funding for women's football, among other areas of the game. Here's a closer look at why Zambian football has reason to - [Learn from Malawi big rallies didn't save Chakwers- Munir Zulu tells UPND](https://zambianeye.com/learn-from-malawi-big-rallies-didnt-save-chakwers-munir-zulu-tells-upnd/) - LUSAKA — Former Lumezi Member of Parliament Munir Zulu says the ruling UPND should not be comforted by the number of rallies it is holding, arguing that voter sentiment, not campaign activity, will determine the outcome of the August 13 general elections. In a statement released this week, Zulu drew parallels with Malawi’s 2025 elections, - [Political violence flares in Zambia as campaign trail heats up](https://zambianeye.com/political-violence-flares-in-zambia-as-campaign-trail-heats-up/) - LUSAKA — Tensions rose in Chongwe West over the weekend after supporters of rival parties clashed, leaving property damaged and several people injured. The incident is the latest in a string of violent episodes as Zambia’s campaign for the August 13 general elections intensifies. Police confirmed that groups affiliated with the ruling UPND and the - [Morocco carries Africa's hopes into quarter-finals](https://zambianeye.com/morocco-carries-africas-hopes-into-quarter-finals/) - ATLANTA — Egypt’s World Cup run ended on Tuesday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium when Argentina edged them 3-2 in the Round of 16. With that result, the Pharaohs became the last African team to leave the 2026 tournament. Morocco are now the only African side still in the competition after Switzerland eliminated Colombia later that - [Mundubile pledges to change how government works](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-pledges-to-change-how-government-works/) - LUSAKA- Tonse Alliance/NRPUP Presidential Candidate Brian Mundubile has pledged to overhaul Zambia’s public service and put young people at the center of his economic agenda if elected on 13 August 2026. In a statement released Tuesday, Mundubile said Zambians should expect more than just a change of faces in government. “Our message is clear, when - [WORLD CUP UPDATE: Argentina comes from behind to beat Egypt 3-2  ](https://zambianeye.com/world-cup-update-egypt-leads-argentina-in-round-of-16-as-messi-misses-penalty/) - ATLANTA - Egypt has crashed out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after losing to the defending champions Argentina by 3 goals to 2 in the round of 16. The Pharaohs took an early lead in the first half and then got a huge boost when Argentina missed a penalty. Argentina was awarded a penalty - [Lozis are now our Mbuyas and we want to unite the country- Sikota tells Chief Nsama](https://zambianeye.com/lozis-are-now-our-mbuyas-and-we-want-to-unite-the-country-sikota-tells-chief-nsama/) - NSAMA - Prominent lawyer and politician Sakwiba Sikota has told His Royal Highness Senior Chief Nsama that the Lozi people are now tribal cousins, "mbuyas", to other Zambians and that the country needs unity ahead of the 2026 general elections. Sikota said this when he paid a courtesy call on the Chief in Nsama District, - [Ba Mundubile, people want change, they will vote for you- Chief Nsama tells NRPUP delegation](https://zambianeye.com/ba-mundubile-people-want-change-they-will-vote-for-you-chief-nsama-tells-nrpup-delegation/) - NSAMA - His Royal Highness Senior Chief Nsama of the Tabwa people has told New Republic Party United for Progress, NRP-UP, Presidential candidate Brian Mundubile that people in his chiefdom are yearning for change and are ready to support him in the 13 August 2026 general elections. Speaking when Mundubile paid a courtesy call on - [The unemployed should be the first ones to join voting queue- says President Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/the-unemployed-should-be-the-first-ones-to-join-voting-queue-says-president-hichilema/) - President Hakainde Hichilema says the unemployed should be the first to queue up to vote for the United Party for National Development (UPND) on August 13 so that they can also get employed. Meanwhile President Hichilema has declared war on independent candidates saying there is no need to vote for them because they will split - [Mundubile pays courtesy call on Senior Chief Nsama, promises to re-introduce Ministry of Chiefs Affairs](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-pays-courtesy-call-on-senior-chief-nsama-promises-to-re-introduce-ministry-of-chiefs-affairs/) - The New Republic Party United for Progress, NRPUP, Presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has paid a courtesy call on His Royal Highness Senior Chief Nsama of the Tabwa people in Nsama District, Northern Province, and pledged to re-establish the Ministry of Chiefs and Traditional Affairs if elected in the 13 August 2026 general elections. Mundubile, who - [BM heads to Nsama, as HH dates Copperbelt, amid calls for parties to stick to manifestos](https://zambianeye.com/bm-heads-to-nsama-as-hh-dates-copperbelt-amid-calls-for-parties-to-stick-to-manifestos/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, BM, is this afternoon expected in Nsama District of Northern Province as political parties intensify campaigns ahead of the 2026 general elections. Meanwhile, President Hakainde Hichilema, HH, is on the Copperbelt where he is scheduled to meet party structures, address rallies and engage stakeholders on government development projects. - [Sometimes it's better to stand alone, great leaders in history were usually once unpopular- M'membe reacts after being left in the cold](https://zambianeye.com/sometimes-its-better-to-stand-alone-great-leaders-in-history-were-usually-once-unpopular-mmembe-reacts-after-being-left-in-the-cold/) - Fred M'membe says standing up for one's values requires immense courage, but taking a stand for what is right—even when it means standing alone—is exactly what preserves their integrity and sparks meaningful change in communities. M'membe says integrity should take precedent over popularity adding that doing the right thing isn't always about winning a crowd; - ["You have one month to resign, or I will replace you when I become president " Mundubile warns partisan civil servants](https://zambianeye.com/you-have-one-month-to-resign-or-i-will-replace-you-when-i-become-president-mundubile-threatens-civil-servants/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance and NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has given civil servants who are supporting UPND one month to change their conduct, saying his government plans to reform the civil service once in power. Mundubile says once elected, his government will replace government workers who are supporting the current ruling party. During a rally, - [Mnangagwa yet to sign CAB3 into law amid pushback from Chiwenga, war veterans](https://zambianeye.com/mnangagwa-yet-to-sign-cab3-into-law-amid-pushback-from-chiwenga-war-veterans/) - HARARE - President Emmerson Mnangagwa is yet to assent to the Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3, commonly known as CAB3, amid growing resistance from senior government figures including Vice President General Constantino Chiwenga and sections of the war veterans community. The Bill, which was passed by Parliament last month, proposes several changes to the Constitution, - [It's Messi vs Mo Salah as Argentina face Egypt](https://zambianeye.com/its-messi-vs-mo-salah-as-argentina-face-egypt/) - The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 concludes today as defending champions Argentina take on Egypt at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with a quarterfinal spot on the line. The headline matchup pits two of the game’s biggest icons against each other, Lionel Messi and Mohammed Salah. Lionel Messi, 39, continues to lead Argentina’s attack and enters - [Spain edge Portugal 1-0 with late Merino goal to reach 2026 WC quarter-finals](https://zambianeye.com/spain-edge-portugal-1-0-with-late-merino-goal-to-reach-2026-wc-quarter-finals/) - Spain are through to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal on Monday, with Mikel Merino scoring a 90th minute winner to break Portuguese hearts. The last-16 tie in Miami was tense from the first whistle to the last, with both sides creating chances but unable to - [Belgium knock hosts USA out of World Cup](https://zambianeye.com/belgium-knock-hosts-usa-out-of-world-cup/) - The United States’ World Cup journey came to an end on July 6 after a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, making them the last of the three host nations to exit the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match was already the center of attention before it began because of an off-field - [Zimbabwe's Gold Reserves Triple in Two Years Following Mining Reforms](https://zambianeye.com/zimbabwes-gold-reserves-triple-in-two-years-following-mining-reforms/) - https://youtu.be/_oG4gkKaRAE Zimbabwe has recorded a remarkable increase in its gold reserves, which have tripled within just two years following a series of reforms aimed at strengthening the country's mining sector and improving foreign currency management. The significant growth in gold reserves is being attributed to government policies that encouraged formal gold deliveries, enhanced transparency in - [Peoples Pact Initiative expels Fred M'membe, withdraws presidential endorsement](https://zambianeye.com/peoples-pact-initiative-expels-fred-mmembe-withdraws-presidential-endorsement/) - The Peoples Pact Initiative has expelled Dr. Fred M'membe and withdrawn his endorsement as the party’s Presidential Flag Bearer with immediate effect. In a letter dated 3 July 2026 addressed to Dr. M'membe and signed by Company Secretary Joseph Chishimba, the party said the decision was made following the conclusion of disciplinary procedures under Part - [THE EYE VIEW: When Principles Change with Political Colours](https://zambianeye.com/the-eye-view-when-principles-change-with-political-colours/) - By Mbanga Irvine Ilukui One of the greatest weaknesses in Zambian politics is not necessarily the rivalry between political parties. It is the tendency by politicians and their supporters to judge the same issue differently depending on who is involved. The reaction to musician Yo Maps' performance at President Hakainde Hichilema's presidential campaign launch provides - [Elimination of African teams at the World Cup](https://zambianeye.com/elimination-of-african-teams-at-the-world-cup/) - By Francis Makasa African teams at the world cup fiesta have accounted themselves very well, sending 9 out of the 10 teams to the knock out round of 32. However, some big teams from Africa such as Senegal, Congo and Ivory Coast have been knocked out in dramatic circumstances when they failed to hold on - [NRPUP gives ECZ 3-hour ultimatum over campaign ban, as Kambwili attend BM, MZ mega rally in Mporokoso](https://zambianeye.com/nrpup-gives-ecz-3-hour-ultimatum-over-campaign-ban-as-kambwili-attend-bm-mz-mega-rally-in-mporokoso/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity has given the Electoral Commission of Zambia three hours to reverse its decision to suspend campaign activities in Kaputa Constituency, or face a judicial review in the High Court. In a letter dated July 5, 2026 addressed to Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro, the party’s lawyers said - [Hichilema tells Kabwe voters to choose between peace and a return to being beaten up](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-tells-kabwe-voters-to-choose-between-peace-and-a-return-to-being-beaten-up/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has urged voters in Central Province to decide on August 13 whether they want to go back to the politics of violence or continue with the peace and freedoms the country is currently enjoying. Addressing a community engagement at TAZARA Grounds in Kabwe, President Hichilema said the choice in the upcoming general - [Barotseland Royal Dr. Akashambatwa backs Tonse Alliance, cites lack of respect from Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/barotseland-royal-dr-akashambatwa-backs-tonse-alliance-cites-lack-of-respect-from-hichilema/) - Veteran politician and Barotseland royal Prince Dr. Akashambatwa Mbikusita Lewanika has publicly endorsed Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu, saying the country needs leaders who demonstrate humility and respect for traditional institutions. Dr. Akashambatwa, who previously served as Senior Chief of Kaoma, made the endorsement during a visit - ["We've many carpenters to make another chair"- Makebi hits back at Hichilema's glued to the throne remarks](https://zambianeye.com/weve-many-carpenters-to-make-another-chair-makebi-hits-back-at-hichilemas-glued-to-the-throne-remarks/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential running mate Makebi Zulu has said Zambia has no shortage of carpenters to make a new presidential chair, in response to President Hakainde Hichilema's repeated remarks that he is "glued to the throne." Zulu made the remarks while addressing a rally in Kasama over the weekend, where he told supporters that - [Should FAZ bring back Hervé Renard, or has he lost magical touch? Zambians react](https://zambianeye.com/should-faz-bring-back-herve-renard-or-has-he-lost-magical-touch-zambians-react/) - Herve Renard has officially left his role with Tunisia this week after their World Cup qualifying struggles, and Zambian fans are immediately thinking of 2012. That man gave Zambia the first ever Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy in Libreville, doing so with a young, fearless Chipolopolo, and he left an emotional legacy that still - [Printing of presidential ballot papers concluded in Dubai](https://zambianeye.com/printing-of-presidential-ballot-papers-concluded-in-dubai/) - *LUSAKA* - The printing of presidential ballot papers for the August 13, 2026 general elections has been concluded in Dubai, with the Electoral Commission of Zambia now overseeing the sorting and dispatch of the materials by district. Over the weekend, Al Ghurair Printing Company in the United Arab Emirates completed the printing of 9.1 million - [Hichilema says Serenje better off under UPND, points to CDF, peace](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-says-serenje-better-off-under-upnd-points-to-cdf-peace/) - *SERENJE* - President Hakainde Hichilema says Serenje District has started to see real development since 2021, attributing the change to increased Constituency Development Funds and a return to peace in the area. Addressing residents during a public rally in Serenje on Saturday, the President said the district, which he described as having been "stagnant for - [Don't worry it's God's plan, UPND will only rule for 5 years- Chief Mwamba tells Mundubile, Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/dont-worry-its-gods-plan-upnd-will-only-rule-for-5-years-chief-mwamba-tells-mundubile-makebi/) - Senior Chief Mwamba has told Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu that United Party for National Development (UPND) will only rule for 5 years. He tells them not to worry as it is in God's syllabus. He says those who were in PF government have learnt their mistakes. Meanwhile, Mundubile recently declared that “Hichilema is going” - [Where to from now for Herve Renard? After short stint with Tunisia](https://zambianeye.com/where-to-from-now-for-herve-renard-after-short-stint-with-tunisia/) - TUNIS - Hervé Renard has stepped down as Tunisia coach after just 18 days in charge, bringing an abrupt end to one of the shortest managerial reigns in recent World Cup history. The 57-year-old Frenchman confirmed his departure on Instagram on Saturday, July 4, 2026, writing: "My adventure ends here". The post also included a - [Hichilema insists that Zambians should not vote PF back into power, though he is in bed with same enemy](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-insists-that-zambians-should-not-vote-pf-back-into-power-though-he-is-in-bed-with-same-enemy/) - President Hakainde Hichilema did his first day campaign in Central province campaigning in Mkushi urging Zambians never to go back to the reign of the Patriotic Front. Hichilema whose party UPND is in an alliance with the same PF has continued campaigning that Zambia must not vote back the former regime. "Akabwelela kalalya," President says - [Mundubile says 10 billion dollars left Zambia, tells Hichilema to explain before 'handing over power'](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-says-10-billion-dollars-left-zambia-tells-hichilema-to-explain-before-handing-over-power/) - Tonse Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has alleged that $10 billion has left Zambia under the UPND government and has challenged President Hakainde Hichilema to give an explanation before leaving office after the August 13, 2026 general elections. Speaking at a rally in Kasama over the weekend, Mundubile said the figure represents capital flight and - [Portugal and Spain set for Iberian derby in World Cup round of 16](https://zambianeye.com/portugal-and-spain-set-for-iberian-derby-in-world-cup-round-of-16/) - ...Dallas to host heavyweight clash as rivals meet for place in quarter-finals... DALLAS - The FIFA World Cup 2026 will serve up one of its biggest matches of the tournament so far on Tuesday when Portugal and Spain, two of football’s most famous neighbors, meet in the round of 16 at the stadium in Dallas. - [HH, Mundubile set pace as Kalaba, KBF lag behind on campaign trail](https://zambianeye.com/hh-mundubile-set-pace-as-kalaba-kbf-lag-behind-on-campaign-trail/) - ... analysts say voters won't vote for candidate they have 'never seen'... With 38 days to the August 13, 2026 general elections, President Hakainde Hichilema and Tonse Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile are dominating visibility on the campaign trail, while Citizens First leader Harry Kalaba and Zambia Must Prosper leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube are struggling - [FRA speaks on maize floor price announcement delay](https://zambianeye.com/fra-speaks-on-maize-floor-price-announcement-delay/) - The Food Reserve Agency will announce the maize floor price for the 2026 crop marketing season soon, but only after moisture levels in the grain fall to the required standard, the government has said. Ministry of Information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana addressed the issue during a visit to the FRA stand at the - [Brazil exit World Cup as Norway stun five-time champions](https://zambianeye.com/brazil-exit-world-cup-as-norway-stun-five-time-champions/) - Brazil’s long wait for a sixth World Cup title will go on. The Selecao were knocked out of the tournament on Sunday night after a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the round of 16, a result that sends the Scandinavians into the quarter-finals and ends Brazil’s campaign earlier than most expected. For a team that - [Mundubile declares "Hichilema is going" after large Kasama rally](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-declares-hichilema-is-going-after-large-kasama-rally/) - Indeed, power belongs to the people, Aleya! Ukuya Kwena Aleya! KASAMA, NORTHERN PROVINCE, July 5, 2026 – Tonse Pamodzi Alliance leader and National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has declared that President Hakainde Hichilema will be voted out of office in the August 13 General Election, citing the large - [Hichilema winds up Western Province tour, says PF "must never return to power"](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-winds-up-western-province-tour-says-pf-must-never-return-to-power/) - MONGU, WESTERN PROVINCE, July 5, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has concluded his two-day campaign tour of Western Province with a renewed appeal to voters not to return the former Patriotic Front (PF) to government, arguing that those who presided over Zambia's economic challenges have merely rebranded under a different political banner. Addressing campaign rallies - [Morocco storm into World Cup quarterfinals after 3-0 win over Canada](https://zambianeye.com/morocco-storm-into-world-cup-quarterfinals-after-3-0-win-over-canada/) - Morocco became the first team to book a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals after a commanding 3-0 victory over co-hosts Canada in their Round of 16 clash on Friday. Midfielder Azzedine Ounahi starred for the Atlas Lions with a second-half brace before substitute Soufiane Rahimi sealed the emphatic victory with a stoppage-time - [Veteran politician Ng'onga Mukupa joins Mundubile campaign, declares 'God has chosen him](https://zambianeye.com/veteran-politician-ngonga-mukupa-joins-nrp-up-campaign-declares-god-has-chosen-mundubile/) - MUNGWI, NORTHERN PROVINCE, July 2, 2026 – Veteran politician Ng'onga Samuel Mukupa on Thursday made a surprise appearance at the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) campaign rally in Mungwi, where he declared that God had chosen Brian Mundubile to become Zambia's next President after the August 13 General Election. Addressing thousands of - [Independent Gwembe Parliamentary Candidate Brian Ntundu Reportedly Arrested, Detained in Monze](https://zambianeye.com/independent-gwembe-parliamentary-candidate-brian-ntundu-reportedly-arrested-detained-in-monze/) - MONZE, July 2, 2026 – Information reaching Zambian Eye indicates that Independent parliamentary candidate for Gwembe Constituency, Brian Ntundu, has been arrested and is being detained in Monze. Details surrounding the arrest remain unclear, with police yet to issue an official statement outlining the circumstances of the detention or the offence for which the former - [Mundubile Says PF Started Free Education, Pledges to Improve Quality if Elected](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-says-pf-started-free-education-pledges-to-improve-quality-if-elected/) - NORTHERN PROVINCE, July 2, 2026 – NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has claimed that the policy of free education did not originate with the UPND government, arguing instead that its foundation was laid during the Patriotic Front (PF) administration in which he served as a Cabinet Minister. Addressing campaign rallies in Northern Province as he - [ECZ suspends NRPUP campaigns in Kaputa following deadly political clash](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-suspends-mundubile-makebi-campaigns-in-kaputa-district/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia has put an immediate and indefinite stop to all campaign activities by the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity in Kaputa Constituency. According to a statement released on Friday by Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro, the ban comes after NRPUP was linked to violent incidents in Kaputa that led - [We've no intention of joining Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance- Socialist Party](https://zambianeye.com/weve-no-intention-of-joining-tonse-pf-pamodzi-alliance-socialist-party/) - The Fred M'membe led opposition, Socialist Party (SP) says it has neither joined nor has intentions of joining the Tonse Alliance. Dr. Cosmas Musumali, General Secretary, Socialist Party in a statement below said contrary to some reports they are participating in the General Elections as the Socialist Party, with Dr. Fred M'membe as Presidential Candidate - [Mundubile will fix it, he tells crowd in Mpulungu](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-will-fix-it-he-tells-crowd-in-mpulungu/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile holds Mpulungu rally on 3 July 2026, tells Northern Province voters he will fix transport, fishing and cost of living Addressing a packed crowd at Mpulungu’s Independence Grounds on Thursday 3 July 2026, Mundubile said his government will address the pertinent issues facing citizens today. The rally drew - [2026 election presents Zambians with easiest choice- Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/2026-election-presents-zambians-with-easiest-choice-hichilema/) - President Hakainde Hichilema who is facing a strong challenge from Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says the forthcoming general election set for August 13 presents Zambians with the easiest choice to make. Addressing residents during a campaign meeting in Luampa, President Hichilema said Zambians would be faced with a clear choice at the - [UPND member files judicial complaint over Constitutional Court ruling on President Hichilema’s eligibility](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-member-files-judicial-complaint-over-constitutional-court-ruling-on-president-hichilemas-eligibility/) - LUSAKA — United Party for National Development member Charles Longwe has lodged a formal complaint with the Judicial Complaints Commission against the panel of Constitutional Court judges that declared President Hakainde Hichilema eligible to contest the 2026 general elections. The complaint targets the bench that delivered its ruling on 19 June 2026. In that judgment, - [Zambia’s presidential ballot printing enters day 4 in Dubai as stakeholders monitor progress](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-presidential-ballot-printing-enters-day-4-in-dubai-as-stakeholders-monitor-progress/) - The printing of presidential ballot papers for Zambia’s upcoming general elections has now entered its fourth day at Al Ghurair Printing Company’s facility in Dubai. According to the stakeholder monitoring team on the ground, the exercise is proceeding on schedule, with about six million ballots already produced out of the total order of nine million. - [FISP readiness in doubt as Zambia prepares for 2026/27 cropping season and elections](https://zambianeye.com/fisp-readiness-in-doubt-as-zambia-prepares-for-2026-27-cropping-season-and-elections/) - LUSAKA — With the 13 August 2026 general elections now just over a month away, the Farmer Input Support Programme is again at the centre of political and farming conversations across Zambia. Farmers in Central, Eastern and Southern provinces say they are yet to receive confirmation of e-voucher allocations, while depot managers report slow - [Switzerland end 88 years of knockout hurt with 2-0 win over Algeria to reach World Cup last 16](https://zambianeye.com/switzerland-end-88-years-of-knockout-hurt-with-2-0-win-over-algeria-to-reach-world-cup-last-16/) - Vancouver delivered a historic night for Switzerland as Murat Yakin’s side defeated Algeria 2-0 at BC Place Stadium, ending a run of seven straight World Cup knockout defeats and booking a place in the round of 16 for the first time since 1938. Goals from Breel Embolo in the 10th minute and Nottingham Forest forward - [Cost of living bites hard ahead of polls as Zambians speak out on the streets](https://zambianeye.com/cost-of-living-bites-hard-ahead-of-polls-as-zambians-speak-out-on-the-streets/) - It is just weeks before the country holds polls, and in markets, bus stations and residential areas across Zambia, conversations are dominated by one topic; the cost of living. From Lusaka to Ndola, Kitwe to Livingstone, ordinary citizens say their money is not going as far as it did a year ago, and many are - [Portugal edge Croatia after late winner and VAR drama](https://zambianeye.com/portugal-edge-croatia-after-late-winner-and-var-drama/) - Goncalo Ramos scored in the 94th minute to send Portugal through to the last 16 with a comeback victory over Croatia, a game that also saw Cristiano Ronaldo net his first goal in a World Cup knockout match. Ramos, who came on in the second half, climbed above two Croatian defenders to head home a - [WATCH: Mundubile, Makebi Draw Large Crowd in Nakonde, Promise Tax Relief and Infrastructure Development](https://zambianeye.com/watch-mundubile-makebi-draw-large-crowd-in-nakonde-promise-tax-relief-and-infrastructure-development/) - NAKONDE, MUCHINGA PROVINCE, July 1, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, on Wednesday addressed another well-attended campaign rally in the border town of Nakonde, where they outlined their vision for infrastructure, education and economic reforms ahead of the August 13 General - [Mundubile, Makebi link Lungu's burial votes](https://zambianeye.com/we-have-agreed-to-bury-lungu-only-after-you-vote-for-us-mundubile/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance Presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has said he and his running mate Makebi Zulu will only proceed with the burial of former President Edgar Lungu if they win the August 13 elections. Speaking at a rally in Chinsali, Muchinga Province this afternoon, Mundubile told supporters that Lungu deserves to be laid to - [We just started fulfilling our 4 million jobs campaign promises- says OPP presidential candidate after running mate resigns as ECZ says printing to go on](https://zambianeye.com/weve-just-started-fulfilling-our-4-million-campaign-promise-before-becoming-next-government-opp-presidential-candidate/) - Dr. Brian Mushimba Presidential Candidate for the Organized People's Party (OPP) says his party has already started fulfilling some of its election promises even before a single vote for 13 August polls is cast. He says his party promised 4 million jobs once it wins the forthcoming polls, and has already started delivering on the - [Fuel shortages hit Livingstone as some stations run dry and motorists queue for hours](https://zambianeye.com/fuel-shortages-hit-livingstone-as-some-stations-run-dry-and-motorists-queue-for-hours/) - LIVINGSTONE — Motorists in Zambia’s tourist capital are facing long queues and delays after a number of filling stations in the city ran out of fuel, raising concern over disruptions to transport, commuter services and tourism operations. Checks conducted by the media across Livingstone on Tuesday and Wednesday found that several service stations had no - [ECZ says 3.7 million presidential ballots printed out of 9.1 million target](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-says-3-7-million-presidential-ballots-printed-out-of-9-1-million-target/) - LUSAKA — The Electoral Commission of Zambia has printed 3.7 million presidential ballot papers so far, putting it at just under 41 percent of its overall target with polling day approaching. The update was given by the Commission this week as political parties intensify campaigns ahead of the vote. According to the ECZ, the total - [Police detain 26-year-old over killing of campaign driver in Mazabuka](https://zambianeye.com/police-detain-26-year-old-over-killing-of-campaign-driver-in-mazabuka/) - Mazabuka, Southern Province — A 26-year-old man is in custody after the fatal stabbing of a driver linked to an independent parliamentary hopeful in Chief Hanjalika’s area. The incident has drawn attention in Magoye East Constituency as campaigns for the 2026 election intensify. Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo confirmed the arrest and gave - [How the campaign calendar could shape Zambia’s 2026 election outcome](https://zambianeye.com/how-the-campaign-calendar-could-shape-zambias-2026-election-outcome/) - With all protocols like constituency delimitation, nominations, and candidate selection complete and parties on the campaign trail, Zambia’s 2026 general election has entered a phase where timing itself becomes a political factor. The length of the campaign period, the spacing of key activities, and the sequencing of voter engagement will influence turnout, messaging, and ultimately - [That's shameless politics, Lewanika condemns Mundubile over comments on Lungu’s burial](https://zambianeye.com/thats-shameless-politics-lewanika-condemns-mundubile-over-comments-on-lungus-burial/) - Veteran Zambian politician Akashambatwa Mbikusita Lewanika has come out strongly against Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, accusing him of turning the funeral arrangements of former President Edgar Lungu into a campaign issue. Lewanika described the remarks as shameless politics and said they do not reflect the respect owed to a former head of - [Belgium stun Senegal with late comeback to reach the last 16](https://zambianeye.com/belgium-stun-senegal-with-late-comeback-to-reach-the-last-16/) - Full time in Atlanta and the scoreboard read Senegal 2, Belgium 3. What started as a comfortable evening for Senegal ended in one of the most painful exits of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Senegal looked in complete control for a long stretch. They scored twice before halftime and dictated the tempo. The Lions of - [Andyford Banda steps down as OPP running mate, Party seeks ECZ guidance on way forward](https://zambianeye.com/andyford-banda-steps-down-as-opp-running-mate-party-seeks-ecz-guidance-on-way-forward/) - LUSAKA, July 1, 2026 – The Organized People's Party (OPP) has announced that its vice-presidential running mate, Andyford Mayele Banda, has stepped down, prompting the party to seek guidance from the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) on the next legal steps ahead of next month's General Election. In a statement issued on Wednesday, OPP presidential - [Kane’s late brace hands England to 2-1 comeback win over DR Congo, a place in the last 16](https://zambianeye.com/kanes-late-brace-hands-england-to-2-1-comeback-win-over-dr-congo-a-place-in-the-last-16/) - England booked a spot in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a dramatic 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in Atlanta. The result came after the Three Lions fell behind early and had to dig deep before captain Harry Kane scored twice in the closing stages to complete the turnaround. From - [Tonse Alliance Raises Concerns Over Printing of Extra Presidential Ballot Papers in Dubai](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-alliance-raises-concerns-over-printing-of-extra-presidential-ballot-papers-in-dubai/) - DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 1, 2026 – The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance delegation observing the printing of Zambia's ballot papers in Dubai has raised concerns over the Electoral Commission of Zambia's (ECZ) decision to print an additional 400,000 presidential ballot papers, saying the alliance does not support the move. The delegation, which arrived in Dubai - ["Ba Solwezi, You Have Taken the Shame Away From Me" – Hichilema Thanks Massive Crowd at North-Western Rally](https://zambianeye.com/ba-solwezi-you-have-taken-the-shame-away-from-me-hichilema-thanks-massive-crowd-at-north-western-rally/) - SOLWEZI, July 1, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has thanked the people of Solwezi for turning out in large numbers for his campaign rally, saying the overwhelming attendance had "taken the shame away" from him. Addressing thousands of supporters who gathered in Solwezi on Wednesday afternoon as part of his two-day campaign tour of North-Western - [Andyford Banda Resigns as OPP Running Mate, Party Notifies ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/andyford-banda-resigns-as-opp-running-mate-party-notifies-ecz/) - According to a statement issued by the Organized People’s Party and signed by its Presidential Candidate Dr. Brian Mushimba, Andyford Banda has stepped down as the party’s vice-presidential running mate. The OPP said it respects Banda’s decision and thanked him for his dedication to the party’s work so far. “We fully respect his decision, thank - [THE EYE VIEW: Are the Political Winds Shifting? Why UPND Cannot Afford to Underestimate the Mundubile–Makebi Challenge](https://zambianeye.com/the-eye-view-are-the-political-winds-shifting-why-upnd-cannot-afford-to-underestimate-the-mundubile-makebi-challenge/) - By Mbanga Irvine IlukuiFayetteville, Arkansas, USA As Zambia edges closer to the 13 August 2026 General Election, one lesson from the country's political history continues to stand out: elections are often lost long before polling day by those who convince themselves that victory is already guaranteed. Political overconfidence has undone governments before. In 2021, many - [Mundubile, Makebi emerge as instant crowd pullers on campaign trail ](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-emerge-as-instant-crowd-pullers-on-campaign-trail/) - Two names are drawing some of the largest gatherings at recent political meetings, with opposition figures Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu turning out thousands of supporters within hours of arriving in new areas. The momentum has sparked discussion within political circles about what is driving the instant appeal and what it could mean ahead of - [We have done alot, Hichilema seeks fresh mandate, makes more promises to North Western](https://zambianeye.com/we-have-done-alot-hichilema-seeks-fresh-mandate-makes-more-promises-to-north-western/) - Hichilema Promises More Development During North-Western Campaign MWINILUNGA, NORTH-WESTERN PROVINCE, July 1, 2026 – President Hakainde Hichilema has appealed to Zambians to grant him another five-year mandate in next month's general election, saying his administration has delivered significant development over the past five years but still has more work to accomplish. Speaking during a campaign - [Samakayi quits UPND weeks after Bill 7 vote rebuke by Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/samakayi-quits-upnd-weeks-after-bill-7-vote-rebuke-by-hichilema/) - Former Mwinilunga Member of Parliament Newton Samakayi has resigned from the United Party for National Development, marking a significant setback for the ruling party in North-Western Province just weeks after President Hakainde Hichilema publicly singled him out over the controversial Bill 7 vote. In a resignation letter circulated recently, Samakayi confirmed his exit from the - [NRPUP Candidate Speaks Out as Tonse Eyes PF Legacy](https://zambianeye.com/nrpup-candidate-speaks-out-as-tonse-eyes-pf-legacy/) - Zambia’s August 13 election race has taken a sharp turn after a National Restoration Patriotic Union Party candidate claimed he was offered K700,000 to withdraw from the ballot, as the Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance moves to consolidate the former Patriotic Front’s base. The allegation was made this week by an NRPUP parliamentary aspirant Oliver Mwale in - [Zambia's countdown to 13 August polls overshadowed by pockets of politically motivated violence](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-countdown-to-13-august-polls-overshadowed-by-pockets-of-politically-motivated-violence/) - Zambia’s election countdown has been overshadowed by rising political tensions after two people were killed in suspected politically motivated violence, as parties intensify campaigns ahead of the August 13, 2026 vote. The killings, reported over the weekend in the Copperbelt and Southern provinces, have raised alarm among civil society groups and electoral observers who warned - [Mundubile Distances NRP-UP, Tonse Alliance from Kafwaya's Airport Remarks, Pledges Development for Barotseland](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-distances-nrp-up-tonse-alliance-from-kafwayas-airport-remarks-pledges-development-for-barotseland/) - ISOKA, July 1, 2026 – National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRP-UP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has distanced his party and the Tonse Alliance from remarks made by Tonse Alliance Chairperson for Finance, Mutotwe Kafwaya, regarding the need for an international airport in Western Province. In a press statement issued from Isoka on Tuesday, - [England face DR Congo in potential World Cup 2026 Round of 32 thriller ](https://zambianeye.com/fifa-world-cup-soccer-round-of-32/) - England begin their World Cup 2026 knockout campaign against DR Congo on Wednesday, July 1, in a Round of 32 tie that pits tournament experience against African ambition at Atlanta Stadium. The match is scheduled for 5:00pm local time, 12:00pm Eastern, 9:00am Pacific. It is one of three fixtures on July 1, alongside Mexico versus - [Zambia's $6.5bn reserves debate gets hot ahead of polls as citizens claim they don't feel it](https://zambianeye.com/134999-2/) - The disclosure by government that the country has about $6.5 billion in gross international reserves, has stirred an ongoing debate on its significance between citizens and politicians alike. Analysts say the disconnection that many Zambians are saying they are not feeling it in daily life is a major talking point ahead of the August 13, - [Ivory Coast Exit 2026 World Cup With Pride After 2-1 Round of 32 Loss to Norway](https://zambianeye.com/ivory-coast-exit-2026-world-cup-with-pride-after-2-1-round-of-32-loss-to-norway/) - Ivory Coast’s historic run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end on June 30 with a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the Round of 32 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match marked the first time the Elephants had reached the knockout phase of the tournament, and despite the loss, their - [NRPUP sends delegation to Dubai](https://zambianeye.com/nrpup-sends-delegation-to-dubai/) - The National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity has sent a delegation to Dubai to observe the ballot printing process for the August elections. According to a statement issued in Lusaka on June 30, 2026, by NRPUP Information and Publicity Chairperson Elias Kamanga, four members of the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance were traveling to the United - [ERB reviews fuel pump prices](https://zambianeye.com/erb-reviews-fuel-pump-prices/) - The Energy Regulation Board has reduced petroleum pump prices for July 2026, citing lower international oil prices and a stronger kwacha. In a press release issued by Board Chairperson James Banda, dated June 30, 2026, the ERB said petrol will drop to K26.15 per litre from K27.15, a K1.00 or 3.68 percent decrease. Diesel falls - [Police Block NRPUP Rally at Mpika Boys Grounds](https://zambianeye.com/police-block-nrpup-rally-at-mpika-boys-grounds/) - Heavy police deployment in full riot gear has sealed off Mpika Boys Grounds in Mpika, Muchinga Province, hours before a planned political rally by National Rally for Peace and Progress (NRPUP) President Brian Mundubile and party lawyer Makebi Zulu. Supporters arriving at the venue were reportedly turned away as officers blocked all entry points. The - [Thousands gather in Chansali as Mundubile, Makebi hold a mega rally](https://zambianeye.com/thousands-gather-in-chansali-as-mundubile-makebi-hold-a-mega-rally/) - NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu today held what organisers described as a mega campaign rally in Chinsali, the provincial capital of Muchinga Province and home district associated with Zambia’s freedom icons Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe and Kenneth Kaunda. Thousands of residents assembled for the event as the opposition campaign continued its - [WATCH VIDEO: Chinsali residents endorse Mundubile, Makebi as thousands turn up](https://zambianeye.com/watch-video-chinsali-residents-endorse-mundubile-makebi-as-thousands-turn-up/) - Thousands of Chinsali residents have turned up for Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu, as if politically endorsing them for the highest office in the land. Before proceeding to the rally venue, the two leaders paid a courtesy call on His Royal Highness Senior Chief Nkula of the - [Two killed in politically motivated violence](https://zambianeye.com/two-killed-in-politically-motivated-violence/) - The Zambia Police Service has launched investigations into two separate fatal attacks in Kaputa and Mazabuka districts, as political tensions intensify ahead of the August 13 general elections. In Kaputa District, Northern Province, a 36-year-old supporter of the ruling United Party for National Development [UPND], Humphrey Lwisha, was fatally stabbed during a confrontation on Monday - [INTRODUCING: The Eye View - A Weekly Commentary. Fresh Perspectives. National Conversations.](https://zambianeye.com/introducing-the-eye-view-a-weekly-commentary-fresh-perspectives-national-conversations/) - At Zambian Eye (ZE), news does not end when the headline is published. Every week, events shape conversations across our communities — in politics, sport, religion, business and everyday social life. Some stories raise difficult questions. Others inspire hope. Many deserve deeper thought beyond breaking news and social media reactions. That is why we are - [Ivory Coast vs Norway – World Cup 2026 Round of 32...a classic contrast in styles](https://zambianeye.com/ivory-coast-vs-norway-world-cup-2026-round-of-32-a-classic-contrast-in-styles/) - Another classic encounter awaits the world of football this evening as Norway: "Golden generation" built around Erling Haaland face African continental powerhouse Ivory Coast. They beat Iraq and Senegal in groups, then rested starters against France. Norway is expected to control possession in the middle of the park through Martin Odegaard and feed Haaland in - [Zambia’s 2026 ballot papers printing gets underway; Costs vs Transparency](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-2026-ballot-papers-printing-gets-underway-costs-vs-transparency/) - For the August 13, 2026 General Election, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is printing ballots in Dubai, United Arab Emirates with Al Ghurair Printing & Publishing. The printing process is beginning today 30 June 2026, with the presidential paper going to the press first. Meanwhile, on the cost side, the Electoral Commission of Zambia - [How Zambia’s 10 provinces would determine politics of the day after August 13](https://zambianeye.com/how-zambias-10-provinces-would-determine-politics-of-the-day-after-august-13/) - As the campaign trail heats up ahead of the August 13 polls, the politics of the day is beginning to take shape as to the determination of the likely outcome, Zambia uses a “50% + 1” presidential threshold. Apparently, as history has it, no candidate wins without building a coalition of regional strongholds swing - [Morocco stun Netherlands on penalties to reach last 16 in Monterrey thriller](https://zambianeye.com/morocco-stun-netherlands-on-penalties-to-reach-last-16-in-monterrey-thriller/) - Cody Gakpo’s deeply emotional winner was not to be. In a night of raw drama at Estadio Monterrey, Morocco came from behind, weathered a storm of Dutch chances, and beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties to book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. It was a result that once again - [Stakeholders tour ballot printing facilities in Dubai](https://zambianeye.com/stakeholders-tour-ballot-printing-facilities-in-dubai/) - Today, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), together with candidates/ political party representatives , government institutions, civil society organisations, and the media, conducted a familiarisation tour of the ballot printing facility in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, ahead of the commencement of ballot printing for the 2026 General Election. The tour provided stakeholders with an opportunity - [VIDEO: Mundubile, Makebi rally at Mpika Boys Grounds proceeds after police setback](https://zambianeye.com/video-mundubile-makebi-rally-at-mpika-boys-grounds-proceeds-after-police-setback/) - It is all systems go for the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Progress (NRPUP) rally in Mpika, Muchinga Province. The rally will be addressed by NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu. Earlier in the day, police officers were deployed in full riot gear and sealed off Mpika Boys Grounds - [We are not coming to eat the Reserves - Makebi, Mundubile responds to Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/we-are-not-coming-to-eat-the-reserves-makebi-mundubile-responds-to-hichilema/) - The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential ticket of Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu have responded to accusations by President Hakainde Hichilema that they want to return to government and “eat” the country’s reserves. The response comes a day after President Hichilema officially launched his re-election campaign and used part of his speech to warn - [Ballot printing for Zambia’s August 13 poll to start tomorrow in Dubai](https://zambianeye.com/ballot-printing-for-zambias-august-13-poll-to-start-tomorrow-in-dubai/) - The printing of ballot papers for Zambia’s 13 August 2026 General Election has started in Dubai, with presidential ballots scheduled to roll off the presses tomorrow. A team of stakeholders is on the ground to oversee the process. The delegation is led by Electoral Commission of Zambia Vice-Chairperson Maj Gen Vincent Mukanda (Rtd). At Al - [How I knew Rupiah Banda would lose the election](https://zambianeye.com/how-i-knew-rupiah-banda-would-lose-the-election/) - By David Sichone If there has ever been a well-funded presidential campaign in Zambia, it was that of the late President Rupiah Banda in 2011. The MMD had invested heavily in vehicles, printed mountains of party regalia, and the economy was performing better than it is today. Money was visibly circulating. On paper, everything looked - [Party sponsored candidates sweat as independent candidates turn on the heat](https://zambianeye.com/party-sponsored-candidates-sweat-as-independent-candidates-turn-on-the-heat/) - As the country girds for the much anticipated 13 August electoral battle, a number of party sponsored candidates are being given a good run for their money by independent aspirants. Even the old horses such as Jack Mwiimbu, Cornelius Mweetwa are sweating with independent candidates breathing behind their necks. At some point United Party for - [Xenophobic tendencies will kill our South African dream](https://zambianeye.com/xenophobic-tendencies-will-kill-our-south-african-dream/) - By Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU). Twice I was there when South Africa was the centre of the universe. The last decade of the 20th century heralded the arrival of a nation poised to lead through moral example, as we pledged never again to repeat our tainted history. Today, - [Mnangagwa Recalls Parliament as Senate Amends Bill to Extend Presidential Term](https://zambianeye.com/mnangagwa-recalls-parliament-as-senate-amends-bill-to-extend-presidential-term/) - Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called the National Assembly back for an emergency session to review changes made by the Senate to the contentious Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, commonly known as CAB 3. The Bill seeks to extend his time in office. The House was originally scheduled to reconvene on July 7, - [WORLD CUP ROUND OF 32: How are African teams performing, tricky assignments, players to watch](https://zambianeye.com/world-cup-round-of-32-how-are-african-teams-performing-tricky-assignments-players-to-watch/) - African football is enjoying its best Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup ever in 2026, with 9 of 10 African teams having made it to the knockout stages a remarkable continental record. Out of the 9 that had qualified to the next stage, South Africa crashed out last night, becoming the first African - [Kwacha depreciates by 1.45% to close at K18.18](https://zambianeye.com/kwacha-depreciates-by-1-45-to-close-at-k18-18/) - The Zambia Extractive Industries Transparency Institute (ZEITI) says the kwacha last week depreciated by 1.45% as it closed trading at K18.18 per USD from K17.92 per USD recorded the other week. Until last week, of late, the local currency has been performing well as compared to major convertible currencies, particularly the green buck. The Zambian - [South African University defends Dr. Sishuwa after pressure over criticism of Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/south-african-university-defends-dr-sishuwa-after-pressure-over-criticism-of-hichilema/) - A South African university has publicly defended Zambian academic and political commentator Dr. Sishuwa Sishuwa following calls from some supporters of President Hakainde Hichilema and the ruling UPND for the institution to intervene over his public criticism of the Zambian government. Stellenbosch University, where Dr. Sishuwa serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of - ["Nothing New" at Hichilema's campaign launch, rally targets Mundubile, Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/nothing-new-at-hichilemas-campaign-launch-rally-targets-mundubile-makebi/) - President Hakainde Hichilema officially launched his re-election campaign on Sunday ahead of the 13 August 2026 general elections, but opposition supporters and some observers quickly argued that the event produced few new policy announcements and instead devoted significant attention to attacking the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance leadership. Rather than unveiling major new campaign commitments, President Hichilema - [South Africa go down fighting, crash out of World Cup](https://zambianeye.com/south-africa-go-down-fighting-crash-out-of-world-cup/) - South Africa has crashed out of the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup 2026 tournament after losing to co-hosts Canada by a goal to nil. Their dance in the tournament ended painfully after Stephen Eustàquio found the back of the net deep into stoppage time to gift Canada with a dramatic 1-0 win. - [President's dance moves dominate talk as UPND turns campaign launch into entertainment spectacle](https://zambianeye.com/presidents-dance-moves-dominate-talk-as-upnd-turns-campaign-launch-into-entertainment-spectacle/) - President Hakainde Hichilema’s dance moves at the launch of the UPND presidential campaign have become one of the most talked-about moments from the event, with many citizens appearing to focus more on the entertainment than the political message delivered. The ruling UPND officially launched its re-election campaign ahead of the crucial 13 August 2026 general - [In 2021, Hichilema was UPND’s greatest asset; now he is the party's huge liability- Sishuwa Sishuwa](https://zambianeye.com/in-2021-hichilema-was-upnds-greatest-asset-now-he-is-the-partys-huge-liability-sishuwa-sishuwa/) - Historian Sishuwa Sishuwa says prior to the 2021 general election President Hakainde Hichilema was the United Party for National Development (UPND)'s greatest asset but now he is the party's huge liability. Sishuwa maintains that Hichilema will lose the election on 13 August, adding that the only thing that can save him from defeat is pre-ballot - [FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: Senegal face Iraq with no room for error](https://zambianeye.com/fifa-world-cup-2026-senegal-face-iraq-with-no-room-for-error/) - An exciting Group Stage encounter awaits football lovers as Senegal takes on Iraq in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 encounter tonight. It is a must win match for both nations as they are chasing maximum points in their quest for a place in the knockout rounds. Meanwhile, Senegal's Lions of Teranga must win this - [Documents you need to bring on election day](https://zambianeye.com/documents-you-need-to-bring-on-election-day/) - As the nation urges closer to the much anticipated August polls, it is always important for citizens to know the documents they should bring with them on the voting day. In previous elections some people have been turned away for various reasons, which include leaving behind relevant documents. The key particulars that one must bring - [Voting will be based on how your last 5 years has been in your household- Nyambe](https://zambianeye.com/voting-will-be-based-on-how-your-last-5-years-has-been-in-your-household-nyambe/) - Certified forensic investigator Sililo Nyambe says as the nation gears up for polls, voting will be based on how each and every voter's last 5 years has been in their household. Posting on his social media handle, Nyambe said the people's day to day lives, how their businesses and general welfare have been for the - [Why Players Search for More Than a Bigbunny Login](https://zambianeye.com/why-players-search-for-more-than-a-bigbunny-login/) - BigBunny login searches often begin with a simple goal: finding a place to play online casino games. For many Filipino players, the process starts with comparing available platforms, checking registration requirements, and exploring what types of games can be accessed through a single account. In today's online gaming environment, creating an account has become easier - [Huge crowds at opposition rallies signals high unemployment rate- analysts](https://zambianeye.com/huge-crowds-at-opposition-rallies-signals-high-unemployment-rate-analysts/) - As parties and candidates hit the campaign trail, a trend is setting with opposition particularly Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu drawing huge crowds. Since Mundubile and Zulu launched their campaigns, they have been drawing hundreds if not thousands to their rallies. Meanwhile, political watchers say crowds at - [There is a more effective way of silencing me: governing Zambia better!](https://zambianeye.com/there-is-a-more-effective-way-of-silencing-me-governing-zambia-better/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa “We have been made aware of a complaint against Dr Sishuwa Sishuwa sent to Stellenbosch University by supporters of Zambia’s president. The complaint relates to his commentary on governance issues. As a Department, we warmly and unequivocally support Dr Sishuwa's academic freedom without interference.” Source: https://x.com/Stell_History/status/2069469447476187555?s=20 The above public statement was issued - [UPND, Nkombo supporters clash in Mazabuka](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-nkombo-supporters-clash-in-mazabuka/) - Ugly scenes ensued in Mazabuka Central Constituency during campaigns as United Party for National Development (UPND) supporters and those of Independent Parliamentary candidate Gary Nkombo clashed. According to various reports, the two groups clashed at Nakambala Bridge. Witnesses told Byta FM that UPND supporters were returning from a campaign in Nega Nega to drop off - [Ivory Coast through to round of 32](https://zambianeye.com/ivory-coast-through-to-round-of-32/) - Ivory Coast has qualified for the Round of 32 after beating Curaçao 2-0 a result that saw them occupy second position with 6 points and 4 goals in Group E of the 2026 Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup. The Elephants became the third African nation to progress to the knockout stage, joining - [BoZ phases out cheques in financial systems](https://zambianeye.com/boz-phases-out-cheques-in-financial-systems/) - The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has phased out the use cheques in settling domestic transactions in new banking reforms. The Central Bank has also set 26th June as the last day for interbank clearing of cheques within the national payment system. After these dates, cheques will no longer be accepted or processed, marking a major - [Macky2's 'manifesto' for Nchanga Constituency](https://zambianeye.com/macky2s-manifesto-for-nchanga-constituency/) - Aspiring Member of Parliament for Nchanga Constituency Mulaza Kaira popularly known as Macky2 has released a six-point plan aimed at improving residents lives once voted into office. On top of his list is support for small-scale miners, Macky2 said he would lobby for equipment loans, safety training and legal access to designated mining areas so - [Zambia's GDP grew by 7.7% in 2026 Q1](https://zambianeye.com/zambias-gdp-grew-by-7-7-in-2026-q1/) - The country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 7.7 percent in the first quarter of the year 2026, the Zambia Statistics Agency has revealed. Apparently, the annual inflation rate for June has dropped to 6.5 percent from 6.6 percent in May. Annual inflation eased to 6.6%, with food inflation dropping to 6.9%. While non-food inflation - [Mundubile, Kalaba in talks for possible coalition?](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-kalaba-in-talks-for-possible-coalition/) - Two leading opposition presidential candidates Brian Mundubile and Harry Kalaba have been talking to see how they can collaborate ahead of Zambia’s crucial general election. Last week Veteran politician Chishimba Kambwili who is contesting the Roan constituency under Kalaba's party urged his Supporters to rally behind Mundubile saying he commands more support. Kambwili says what - [Hichilema bemoans vandalism of his campaign posters](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-bemoans-vandalism-of-his-campaign-posters/) - President and United Party for National Development (UPND) presidential candidate Hakainde Hichilema has expressed dismay over vandalism of the ruling party’s campaign materials, describing the acts as unacceptable and against democratic principles. In a statement posted on his official Facebook page this morning , Hichilema said the destruction of campaign posters and other materials has - [Morocco, South Africa become first African teams to advance to FIFA 2026 WC knockout stages](https://zambianeye.com/morocco-south-africa-become-first-african-teams-to-advance-to-fifa-2026-wc-knockout-stages/) - Morocco and South Africa have booked their spots in the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) 2026 World Cup knockout stage with victories in their final group games. Morocco outscored Haiti 4-2 in a exciting encounter, while South Africa got the better of South Korea by a goal to nil. Both teams finished second in - [WATCH VIDEO: Mundubile, Makebi pull huge crowd in Nyimba](https://zambianeye.com/watch-video-mundubile-makebi-pull-huge-crowd-in-nyimba/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate President Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu has drawn huge crowd in Nyimba. Speaking to the magnitude of supporters gathered, Mundubile promised a raft of reforms that he said will improve the citizens' standards of live. In his message to illegal miners, he said his government will make - [Gvt to advise on what will happen to 'Lungu's' grave at Embassy Park- Kawana](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-to-advise-what-will-happen-to-lungus-grave-at-embassy-park-kawana/) - The Government will advise the nation on what will happen to the unoccupied grave of late former President Edgar Lungu at Embassy Park, says Ministry of Information Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana. His sentiments comes after the South African Supreme Court ruling favouring the late former president Lungu's family with regards to his burial. The family - [Chungu preaches hope from prison, says party official](https://zambianeye.com/chungu-preaches-hope-from-prison-says-party-official/) - The Liberal Democrats Party says its detained leader and former Zambia Intelligence Services boss Xavier Chungu is well, strong and in high spirits, as he awaits finalisation of his matter which is before the courts. Posting on his social media handle, a party official said Chungu's message to all of his supporters and party members - [M'membe launches SP, People's Pact manifesto](https://zambianeye.com/mmembe-launches-sp-peoples-pact-manifesto/) - Socialist Party leader Fred M'membe is today launching his party and People's Pact manifesto, in which he is going to announce his plans for the nation. In a statement before the launch, M'membe said the blueprint will set a clear vision, practical solutions, and a commitment to building a better Zambia for all. "We will - [How much taxpayers money did you 'waste' fighting Lungu family in SA courts- M'membe questions Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/how-much-taxpayers-money-did-you-waste-fighting-lungu-family-in-sa-courts-mmembe-questions-hichilema/) - Socialist Party president Fred M'membe says The United Party for National Development (UPND) government of Mr Hakainde Hichilema should inform the nation how much taxpayers money was spent on the SA court case. His sentiments comes after the South African Supreme Court ruling favouring the late former president Edgar Lungu's family over the burial of - [Let's abolish Grade 12 requirement for one to run for Presidency, its unnecessary- says ex presidential press aide Amos Chanda](https://zambianeye.com/lets-abolish-grade-12-requirement-for-one-to-run-for-presidency-its-unnecessary-says-ex-presidential-press-aide-amos-chanda/) - Former Press Aide to the late former President Edgar Lungu has suggested that the country should do away with the Grade 12 requirement for one to run for Presidency saying it is not necessary. Chanda says former South African President Jacob Zuma never went for formal school, but he successfully run a sophisticated economy on - [Kitwe aspiring mayor, 2 others detained by police over clash with rivals](https://zambianeye.com/kitwe-aspiring-mayor-2-others-detained-by-police-over-clash-with-rivals/) - Police in Wusakile Constituency in Kitwe have detained National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) Kitwe mayoral candidate, Charles Kabwita and two others for reportedly breaching peace and disrupting UPND campaign activities yesterday. It is reported that Kabwita and his fellow detainees, Yaya Shawa, 40 and Silomba Chalwe, 46 were behind the commotion. According - [Police summon political stakeholders ahead of polls](https://zambianeye.com/police-summon-political-parties-ahead-of-polls/) - The Zambia Police Service in Northern Division has summoned political stakeholders to a meeting in Luwingu District aimed at promoting peaceful and violence-free campaigns ahead of the 13th August 2026 General Elections. The meeting was led by Deputy Commanding Officer, Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr. Charles Mbita on behalf of the Division Commanding Officer, Commissioner - [Changala welcomes gvt decision not to appeal against SA Supreme Court ruling on Lungu burial](https://zambianeye.com/changala-welcomes-gvt-decision-not-to-appeal-against-sa-supreme-court-ruling-on-lungu-burial/) - Civil Rights activist Brebner Changala says the government's decision not to appeal the South African Supreme Court of Appeal ruling on the burial of former President Edgar Lungu is the right decision at this time. Government has announced that it will not appeal to the Constitutional Court of South Africa, despite disagreeing with yesterday's ruling - [Ghana holds England to goalless draw](https://zambianeye.com/ghana-holds-england-to-goaless-draw/) - The Black Stars have collected four points from their opening two matches, following a 1–0 win over Panama and a goalless draw against England. Ghana sit second in the group on goal difference, behind England. Ghana defended well frustrating England who did everything in their books for the elusive win which didn't come. The draw - [Mundubile and Makebi unveil Eastern, Muchinga, Northern and Luapula campaign tour](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-and-makebi-unveil-eastern-muchinga-northern-and-luapula-campaign-tour/) - …Tonse Pamodzi Team Sets Out on Provincial Blitz in Line with ECZ Timetable The opposition Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has unveiled an intensive campaign programme that will see presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu embark on a multi-province mobilisation tour covering Eastern, Muchinga, Northern and Luapula provinces ahead of the 13 August - [Government will not appeal against SA Supreme Court ruling- Kabesha](https://zambianeye.com/government-will-not-appeal-against-sa-supreme-court-ruling-kabesha/) - The Zambian government says it will not challenge the decision of the South African Supreme court of appeal that has set aside the order to have former president Edgar Lungu’s body repatriated in Zambia for a state funeral. Attorney General of Zambia, Mulilo Kabesha says the government will respect the South African Supreme Court ruling. - ["Lord, show us the way forward," - Esther Lungu speaks for the first time since former President's death](https://zambianeye.com/lord-show-us-the-way-forward-esther-lungu-speaks-for-the-first-timesince-former-presidents-death/) - JOHANNESBURG — Former First Lady Esther Lungu has publicly spoken for the first time since the death of Zambia’s Sixth Republican President Edgar Chagwa Lungu, offering an emotional prayer of gratitude and reflection following the landmark South African court ruling that handed burial authority to the family. Mrs Lungu, who has remained largely out of - [The Lungu family can proceed to bury in South Africa - Zambian Government](https://zambianeye.com/the-lungu-family-can-proceed-to-bury-in-south-africa-zambian-government/) - LUSAKA — The Zambian Government has announced that it will not pursue any further legal action following South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal ruling which handed the burial decision of former Sixth Republican President Edgar Chagwa Lungu to his family. In a statement issued Tuesday, Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha confirmed that although Government does not - [President Edgar Lungu Cemented and Lent his Imprimatur that Dead Zambian Presidents be Buried at Embassy Park](https://zambianeye.com/president-edgar-lungu-cemented-and-lent-his-imprimatur-that-dead-zambian-presidents-be-buried-at-embassy-park/) - By Professor Munyonzwe Hamalengwa The Supreme Court of Appeal in South Africa case on the burial of late former Zambian President may come to the same conclusion as I did that, "There is a law respecting the burial at Embassy Park of dead Zambian Presidents and it is staring at us in plain sight and - [M'membe welcomes SA Court ruling, calls earlier Lungu burial decision 'scandalous'](https://zambianeye.com/mmembe-welcomes-sa-court-ruling-calls-earlier-lungu-burial-decision-scandalous/) - ...Opposition leader says ruling restores dignity, family rights and rule of law Socialist Party presidential candidate Dr. Fred M’membe has welcomed the decision by South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal to overturn an earlier ruling that had granted the Zambian Government authority to repatriate and bury former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu with full state honours. - [We'll notify the nation on way forward regarding Lungu's burial- says Makebi Zulu](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-urges-parties-to-respect-court-ruling/) - The late former president Edgar Lungu's family spokesperson Makebi Zulu has urged the government to respect the South African Supreme Court ruling ending the burial impasse. He called upon all parties to respect the Court's decision and to allow the family the space and peace necessary to proceed in accordance with the law and the - [SA Supreme Court sets aside HC ruling granting gvt authority to repatriate late former president Lungu's remains for burial](https://zambianeye.com/sa-supreme-court-sets-aside-hc-ruling-granting-gvt-authority-to-repatriate-late-former-president-lungus-remains-for-burial/) - The Supreme Court of Appeal has set aside the August 2025 Gauteng High Court in Pretoria judgment that found that the Zambian government is entitled to repatriate the remains of the late former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, for the purposes of a State funeral and burial. The late former Zambian President passed away on 5 - [South Africa Court sides with Lungu's family, overturns ruling on State burial](https://zambianeye.com/south-africa-court-sides-with-lungus-family-overturns-ruling-on-state-burial/) - ...Government loses bid to take over burial of former President The long-running legal battle over the burial of Zambia’s Sixth Republican President, Edgar Chagwa Lungu, has taken a dramatic turn after South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal ruled in favour of the Lungu family and overturned an earlier judgment that had allowed the Zambian Government - [2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: Teams that have qualified to round of 32](https://zambianeye.com/2026-fifa-world-cup-teams-that-have-qualified-to-round-of-32/) - As of June 23, 2026, about six teams have already qualified for the round of 32 at the 2026 Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup. The teams that have already made it to the next round are Mexico from Group A, USA Group D, Germany Group E, Argentina Group J, France Group I - [ECZ reprimands Joseph Chilinda for 'wandering' into area allocated to another candidate](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-reprimands-joseph-chilinda-for-wandering-into-area-allocated-to-another-candidate/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has reprimanded Joseph Chilinda after being found in an area allocated to another candidate during the ongoing campaigns. ECZ accused him of breaching the Electoral Code of Conduct after he failed to justify his presence in the area. Chilinda was summoned by ECZ for his appearance at St. Paul’s - [ECZ under fire over ballot papers printing process ](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-under-fire-over-ballot-papers-printing-process/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ)'s decision not to sponsor political parties to observe the printing of ballot papers in Dubai will disadvantage parties with lean budgets and reduce the number of observers, critics have warned. Veteran politician Akashambatwa Mbikusita-Lewanika has accused the -ECZ- of undermining confidence in the electoral system following its announcement that - [SA Supreme Court to deliver verdict on ECL funeral, burial](https://zambianeye.com/sa-supreme-court-to-deliver-verdict-on-ecl-funeral-burial/) - The South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal will deliver its ruling on June 23, 2026, regarding the legal dispute over the final burial arrangements of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu. The court is reviewing an appeal filed by the Lungu family, which seeks to overturn a previous Pretoria High Court judgment. That lower court had - [Norway qualifies to round of 32 after beating Senegal](https://zambianeye.com/norway-qualifies-to-round-of-32-after-beating-senegal/) - Erling Haaland scored twice once again as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 in an entertaining match at New York New Jersey Stadium, to book their place in the knockout stages. Their final match is expected to be even more thrilling, with Norway and France fighting for group winners. Senegal went down fighting as they fought back - [ECZ releases 50-Day Campaign Timetable for presidential candidates](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-releases-50-day-campaign-timetable-for-presidential-candidates/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has unveiled the official 50 day presidential campaign timetable ahead of the 2026 General Election, setting out a roving schedule that will witness the country’s 13 presidential aspirants hold rallies across all ten provinces. The campaign period officially kicks off on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and will proceed in - [President Hichilema not bound to stick to presidential campaign timetable- says ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-not-bound-to-stick-to-presidential-campaign-timetable-says-ecz/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia-ECZ- says President Hakainde Hichilema will not be bound to stick to presidential campaign timetable that will be finalized soon. ECZ Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro disclosed this during a meeting with presidential candidates, citing existing statutory provisions. Kasaro said all the 14 presidential candidates, representatives who attended a consultative meeting - [NERVOUS MOMENTS: Zambezi Central independent parliamentary candidate cries on stage as huge crowd welcome him](https://zambianeye.com/nervous-moments-zambezi-central-independent-parliamentary-candidate-cries-on-stage-as-huge-crowd-welcome-him/) - He might not be in the same league as United Party for National Development Presidential candidate Hakainde Hichilema or Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance's Brian Mundubile, but Zambezi Central independent parliamentary candidate Raphael Ngimbu is a politician of note. Sometimes things indeed get so emotional, Ngimbu cried on the podium, as he was overwhelmed by a crowd - [Printing of ballot papers to begin on 30 June- ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/printing-of-ballot-papers-to-begin-on-30-june-ecz/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia says the printing of ballot papers will commence on 30th June in Dubai, as the nation gears up for polls set for August 13 2026. Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), Mwangala Zaloumis, says political parties will sponsor themselves to observe the printing of ballot papers in Dubai - [SADC Troika meets, regional security on top of agenda](https://zambianeye.com/sadc-troika-meets-regional-security-on-top-of-agenda/) - The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is today convening an Extraordinary Organ Troika Summit of Heads of State and Government. The meeting is being hosted virtually in partnership with the Government of the Republic of Malawi as Chair. The Summit brings together the Organ Troika to deliberate on critical regional peace and security issues, reinforcing - [Police Block Harry Kalaba as ECZ meets presidential candidates](https://zambianeye.com/police-block-harry-kalaba-as-ecz-meets-presidential-candidates/) - Members of the Zambia Police Service have blocked Citizens First and Orange Alliance presidential candidate Harry Kalaba. Kalaba was blocked by police as he arrived in Mansa for a funeral, having had boycotted presidential candidates meeting. Apparently, several presidential candidates and their representatives have arrived at the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) in Lusaka for - [Keir Starmer announces his resignation as prime minister and leader of Labour Party](https://zambianeye.com/keir-starmer-announces-his-resignation-as-prime-minister-and-leader-of-labour-party/) - (BBC) Keir Starmer had resignd as British Prime minister and leader of the Labour Party. In a statement outside 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister said every decision he has made in office has been about "putting the country I love first". What happens now? Starmer said he'll remain in post until Labour chooses a - [Fashion Sakala to remain in Saudi Arabia until 2029](https://zambianeye.com/fashion-sakala-to-remain-in-saudi-arabia-until-2029/) - Saudi Arabia based Zambian striker Fashion Sakala has extended his contract and will remain in Saudi Arabia until 2029. In a statement below seen by Zambian Eye, Sakala one of the country’s most highly paid player has praised God for his success and thanked his supporters across the world: GOD BLESS 🙏🏿🧡 I am delighted - [Hichilema shots self in the foot- Miti](https://zambianeye.com/134706-2/) - Governance activist and human rights defender Laura Miti has taken a swipe at President Hakainde Hichilema for reportedly ignoring competence in favour of loyalty in appointing his communications team. Speaking on Diamond TV's Costa programme, Miti said the United Party for National Development administration has failed to publicise its achievements regardless of registering notable successes - [Egypt secures first win at FIFA 2026 World Cup, tops Group G](https://zambianeye.com/egypt-secures-first-win-at-fifa-2026-world-cup-tops-group-g/) - Egyptian national team, the Pharaohs registered their 1st win at the FIFA 2026 World Cup after edging New Zealand 3-1 and they are currently topping their group. The Egyptians came from behind to beat New Zealand 3-1, in a match that was swinging from one end to the other. New Zealand opened the scoring - [Hichilema hasn't held rallies that pull huge crowds because he is using a different approach- Nalumango](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-hasnt-held-rallies-that-pull-huge-crowds-because-he-is-using-a-different-approach-nalumango/) - The Vice President Mutale Nalumango says President Hakainde Hichilema has not yet held massive rallies across the country, because the ruling party has chosen a different campaign strategy. Speaking on ZNBC last night, Nalumango said the United Party for National Development (UPND) is employing a door to door approach so that they could be closer - [Hichilema could be 'charged with treason' if he delegates VP to preside over Lungu's burial- Kabimba](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-could-be-charged-with-treason-if-he-delegates-vp-to-preside-over-lungus-burial-kabimba/) - Veteran lawyer Wynter Kabimba has praised the way President Hakainde Hichilema's handling of the late former president Edgar Lungu's burial impasse. Kabimba says President Hichilema has shown true statesmanship guided by wisdom and national unity in the way he has handled the matter so far. Speaking during an interview on Prime TV over the weekend, - [Mundubile Poised for First-Round Victory with 70% Landslide](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-poised-for-first-round-victory-with-70-landslide/) - Governance Expert Responds to Elias Munshya, Affirms Zumani Zimba's Prediction 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 - [Police block Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Chipata rally venue](https://zambianeye.com/police-block-tonse-pamodzi-alliance-chipata-rally-venue/) - ....Pick Elections and Campaign Manager Heavily-armed Police Officers in Chipata have surrounded Mpezeni Park, the venue for today's Mega Rally by Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance led by presidential candidate, Hon. Brian Mundubile and his Running Mate, Hon. Makebi Zulu. The Police also picked Alliance officials led by Japhen Mwakalombe who serves as the National Chairperson for Elections - [Trump to cut HIV/AIDS programmes funding in South Africa](https://zambianeye.com/trump-to-cut-hiv-aids-programmes-funding-in-south-africa/) - ...8 Million South Africans Are HIV Postive The US government says it will stop funding programmes in South Africa, intended to tackle the spread of HIV and Aids. More than 8 million South Africans are living with HIV – the highest number of any country in the world. The US State Department appeared to link - [WATCH VIDEO: Petauke turns up for Mundubile, Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/petauke-turns-up-for-mundubile-makebi/) - Thousands of Petauke Residents Friday afternoon turned up for NRP-UP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu. Addressing them, Brian Mundubile promised to revamp Agriculture sector and turn around the economy saying President Hakainde Hichilema has failed. Makebi Zulu who spoke earlier said Hichilema has not even built a single hospital or - [UPND 2026-2031 Manifesto…FULL DOCUMENT…](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-2026-2031-manifestofull-document/) - UNITED PARTY FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VOTE UPND FOR MORE JOBS, CONTINUED ECONOMIC GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT INTRODUCTION 01 OUR VISION AND MISSION 03 04 05 06 45 RELIGION, THE FAMILY AND THE STATE OUR VALUES AND GOVERNING PRINCIPLES WHAT COMES NEXT: OUR FUTURE, TOGETHER FINAL THOUGHTS: MOVING FORWARD, TOGETHER “ Z A M B I - [Con Court dismisses Hichilema illegibility case, cites lack of merit](https://zambianeye.com/con-court-dismisses-hichilema-illegibility-cites-lack-of-merit/) - The Constitutional Court has ruled that President Hakainde Hichilema is eligible and a rightful candidate to contest the 2026 August elections. The Court dismissed the petition challenging President Hichilema's candidature in the 2026 General elections on lack of merit. The matter came up after United Party for National Development (UPND) member Charles Longwe made court - [Mundubile, Zulu date Petauke, amid Kambwili endorsement](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-zulu-date-petauke-amid-kambwili-endorsement/) - Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu are in Petauke as they continue their campaigns. On their arrival, the two leaders took the opportunity and paid a courtesy call on her royal highness, chieftainess Mwanjawanthu of the Nsenga people of Petauke district. "We have safely arrived in Petauke, Eastern - [Looking after people is not the same as keeping Cattle - Senior Chieftainess Mwanjabantu tells Mundubile, Makabi](https://zambianeye.com/looking-after-people-is-not-the-same-as-keeping-cattle-senior-chieftainess-mwanjabantu-tells-mundubile-makabi/) - …Blesses Tonse Pamodzi Leaders as They Launch Eastern Province Tour Senior Chieftainess Mwanjabantu of the Nsenga people in Petauke District has advised Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu that leadership requires more than success in other fields, saying governing people demands a different level of responsibility and wisdom. - [Tonse Pamodzi Alliance defies ECZ, to continue with campaigns](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-pamodzi-alliance-defies-ecz-to-continue-with-campaigns/) - …Alliance Questions Timing, Fairness of Proposed Presidential Campaign Restrictions The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has challenged an Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) advisory seeking to regulate presidential campaign movements, describing the move as unfair, disruptive and potentially damaging to the credibility of the electoral process. In a strongly worded press statement issued Thursday, the opposition alliance - [Kalaba rejects ECZ's 11th hour directive, threatens to boycott presidential meeting](https://zambianeye.com/kalaba-rejects-eczs-11th-hour-directive-threatens-to-boycott-presidential-meeting/) - Citizens First presidential candidate Harry Kalaba has rejected a directive by the Electoral Commission of Zambia suspending presidential rallies. Kalaba questions the timing of the directive, saying it came too late, and has since threatened to boycott presidential meeting called by ECZ. "The Electoral Commission has instructed us to temporarily suspend all Presidential campaign - [Con Court full bench sits to hear Hichilema eligibility case](https://zambianeye.com/con-court-full-bench-sits-to-hear-hichilema-eligibility-case/) - The Constitutional Court is today, June 19, 2026, sit to hear a matter in which United Party for National Development (UPND) member Charles Longwe is challenging.President Hakainde Hichilema's candidature in the 2026 General Election. The hearing date was set following a scheduling conference held in Chambers recently before Constitutional Court Judge Martin Musaluke attended by - [Zim Parliament passes Bill to extend Mnangagwa's term office](https://zambianeye.com/zim-parliament-pass-bill-to-extend-mnangagwas-term-office/) - Zimbabwe's National Assembly has passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 with a recorded vote of 216 (Zanu-PF) to 42 (Opposition). The ruling ZANU-PF party secured the required two-thirds majority after receiving backing from 35 opposition MPs. The bill, which seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term, now moves to the Senate, where supporters are - [Nkombo to launch 'Mazabuka First, People First' manifesto](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-to-launch-mazabuka-first-people-first-manifesto/) - Mazabuka Central independent parliamentary candidate Gary Nkombo is not leaving anything to chance in his quest to retain the seat. Nkombo says he will soon be launching a manifesto ‘Mazabuka First, People First Manifesto’ premised on job creation, supporting small scale businesses and youth empowerment. "People First means putting women first, improving maternal healthcare, supporting - [Tonse Pamodzi Eastern Province tour in limbo, as ECZ cancels presidential rallies](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-pamodzi-eastern-province-tour-in-limbo-as-ecz-cancels-presidential-rallies/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has with immediate effect cancelled all presidential rallies. According to the country's electoral management body, a schedule will be prepared after a meeting of all presidential candidates on Monday 22nd June 2026. This means the planned Tonse Pamodzi Alliance rallies scheduled for Chipata, Lundazi and Muchinga Province have been - [2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: South Africa face Czech Republic; what is at stake?](https://zambianeye.com/2026-fifa-world-cup-south-africa-face-czech-republic/) - The second round of the group games at the 2026 Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup begins this evening as Czechia square it off with South Africa in Group A in Atlanta. The game, kicking off at 18:00 hours would be a match both teams wouldn't want to lose as they all - [Stop chasing shadows, address the elephant in the room- M'membe challenges Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/address-the-elephant-in-the-room-not-illusionary-images-in-your-head-mmembe-challenges-hichilema/) - Socialist Party presidential candidate Fred M'membe says President Hakainde Hichilema should address real problems affecting Zambians today and not shadows in his head. M'membe says Hichilema should focus on explaining why the cost of living remains high, than creating illusion that the opposition is working with independent candidates to impeach. He says there is no - [Nakacinda back in court ahead of 14 July judgment ](https://zambianeye.com/nakacinda-back-in-court-ahead-of-14-july-judgment/) - Patriotic Front (PF) faction secretary General, Raphael Nakacinda, is appearing before the Lusaka Magistrate’s Court today, Thursday, 18 June 2026, at 11:00 hours. Nakacinda who is currently serving 18,-month prison term for defaming the President is “returning to court today” for a mention/ hearing in either the espionage case pre-trial or the seditious practices matter - [UNZA suspends reopening, mid-year exams; students stranded  ](https://zambianeye.com/unza-suspends-reopening-mid-year-exams-students-stranded/) - The University of Zambia (UNZA) has delayed the return of students owing to the ongoing rehabilitation works on the institution's water and sewer network. In a notice issued by the Deputy vice chancellor for academic affairs professor Boniface Namangala, UNZA said due to the unexpected circumstances the mid-year examinations that were scheduled to commence on - [BoZ auctions over K3.1m govt bonds for ACC](https://zambianeye.com/boz-auctions-over-k3-1m-govt-bonds-for-acc/) - The country's Apex Bank and lender of the last resort says it will conduct an auction sale of government bonds worth K3.14 million on behalf of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) tomorrow. In a public notice, Tuesday, the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) Assistant Director of Communications Besnat Mwanza said bids from the general public would be - [2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: Ghana collect maximum points after beating Panama in stoppage-time](https://zambianeye.com/2026-fifa-world-cup-ghana-collect-maximum-points-after-beating-panama-in-stoppage-time/) - Ghana have started their Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) 2026 World Cup campaign by collecting maximum points following a win after beating Panama 1-0 in Group L. For the rest of the regulation time, the game failed to live up to its billing, becoming one of the tournament most boring match so far, until - [FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 GROUP L: Ghana vs Panama ](https://zambianeye.com/fifa-world-cup-2026-group-l-ghana-vs-panama/) - Another African continental powerhouse Ghana is preparing to take on Panama in their first game of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, at Toronto Stadium, Canada. The match will kick off at 01:00 Central African Time. The Black Stars, as Ghana national team is affectionately known is expected to treat this - [Chungu being ex spy boss, can Hichilema takes his projections lightly?](https://zambianeye.com/chungu-being-ex-spy-boss-can-hichilema-takes-his-projections-lightly/) - Former intelligence chief Xavier Chungu will have to remain in custody a little longer after the Lusaka Magistrates' Court recently rejected his application for bail. The court ruled that it had no power to grant him bail after Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Gilbert Phiri issued a certificate stating that releasing Chungu could be prejudicial - [DRC, Portugal share spoils 1-1 all in 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K encounter](https://zambianeye.com/drc-portugal-share-spoils-1-1-all-in-2026-fifa-world-cup-group-k-encounter/) - The Democratic Republic of the Congo has managed to collect a point drawing with Portugal one all in an explosive FIFA World Cup Group K clash this evening at Houston Stadium, Houston, USA. A star-studded Portugal side failed to beat a determined and stubborn DR Congo team which produced a spirited and fantastic defensive display. - [Hichilema describes UPND adoptions as messy, apologizes](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-describes-upnd-adoptions-as-messy-apologizes/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has apologized for what he has described as "messy" adoptions in his party, United Party for National Development (UPND). The ruling party's recent adoption process was characterised by confusion which resulted in double adoptions in various parts of the country. Meanwhile, he since has called on members of his party to remain - [Con-Court rules that SP's M'membe, running mate, Dolika Banda qualifies to contest August elections](https://zambianeye.com/con-court-rules-that-sps-mmembe-running-mate-dolika-banda-qualifies-to-contest-august-elections/) - The Constitutional Court has ruled that Socialist Party presidential candidate Dr. Fred M’membe and his running mate, Dolika Banda, are eligible to contest the August 2026 elections. This comes after the 2026 General Elections 'Candidature of Socialist Party President M'membe and his Running Mate Banda, was challenged in the Constitutional Court recently. The petitioners in - [Mundubile, Zulu not taking prisoners, plot UPND downfall, as Hichilema says he understands the terrain pretty well](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-zulu-not-taking-prisoners-plots-upnd-downfall-as-hichilema-says-he-understands-the-terrain-pretty-well/) - The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance Presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile, and running mate, Makebi Zulu, is not leaving anything to chance in the quest for the State House job. The two leaders who have so far shaken President Hakainde Hichilema to the core with just a few rallies have released blueprint of what they intend to do - [Hichilema may win but fail to reach 50 + 1% and lose in the rerun- says Dr. Neo Simutanyi](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-may-win-but-fail-to-reach-50-1-and-lose-in-the-rerun-says-dr-neo-simutanyi/) - Political analyst Dr Neo Simutanyi says President Hakainde Hichilema may win the 2026 presidential election in first round, but will fail to get past the 50 + 1% required to land the top job. Dr Simutanyi says this would see the battle going down all the way to be decided through a rerun, which he - [Court to determine fate of Dolika Banda, M'membe today](https://zambianeye.com/court-to-determine-fate-of-dolika-banda-mmembe-today/) - The Constitutional Court is today likely to make a determination on the eligibility of the Socialist Party leader Fred M'membe and his running mate Dolika Banda, 57 days before voting day. This comes after the 2026 General Elections 'Candidature of Socialist Party President Fred M'membe and his Running Mate Dolika Banda, was challenged in the - [Nkombo gives UPND sleepless nights in Mazabuka as party suspends 13 members](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-gives-upnd-sleepless-nights-in-mazabuka-as-party-suspends-13-members/) - The ruling party, United Party for National Development (UPND) has slapped 13 members with suspensions in Mazabuka District for rallying behind independent candidate Gary Nkombo. According to the governing party's Southern Province Chairperson Billard Makwembo these suspensions will run for a period of seven days. He says at the expiry of suspensions, the party will - [3 men die after use of sex boosters as health experts raise red flag](https://zambianeye.com/3-men-die-after-use-of-sex-boosters-as-health-experts-raise-red-flag/) - Health experts in Malawi have raised red flag, urging men to desist from using unsupervised sexual enhancement pills and energy drinks following the reported deaths of at least three men linked to products marketed as sexual performance boosters. The concern follows a series of incidents in recent months in which three men reportedly died during - [Wasteful Senegal fall to France in 2026 World Cup opener](https://zambianeye.com/wasteful-senegal-fall-to-france-in-2026-world-cup-opener/) - African continental powerhouse, Senegal went down fighting losing to France by 3 goals to 1 in the FIFA World Cup group I opening match at New York's New Jersey Stadium last evening. Senegal produced a spirited performance in the early stages holding France to a goaless stalemate by at half time, they displayed quality matching - [Zambia launches programme that would end loadshedding](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-launches-programme-that-would-end-loadshedding/) - The Government of the Republic of Zambia has launched a 15-year Grid Resilience Programme, a transformative national infrastructure initiative that converts fiscal gains achieved through sovereign debt management into long-term investment in the country’s energy sector. The programme forms the centerpiece of Zambia’s innovative debt-for-energy conversion framework, which emerged from the successful repurchase of Zambia’s - [2026 FIFA World Cup fixtures](https://zambianeye.com/2026-fifa-world-cup-fixtures/) - The world's biggest football showcase is back once again, apparently this time around is bigger and expected to be better. The Federation of International Football Associations -FIFA- 2026 World Cup started on 11 June 2026, with Mexico hosting South Africa. Meanwhile, below are the group stage schedule. FIFA World Cup 2026 - African Teams - [Build up to big match: France vs Senegal... Starting lineups...](https://zambianeye.com/build-up-to-big-match-france-vs-senegal-starting-lineups/) - One of the much anticipated big games for the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) 2026 World Cup pitting France against Senegal will be kicking off soon. The Group I opening match is being played at New York's New Jersey Stadium this evening. Kick off is 21:00 hours CAT. France vs Senegal starting lineups 𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄: - [We're doing things differently that's why you haven't seen me at rallies so far- Kalaba](https://zambianeye.com/were-doing-things-differently-thats-why-you-dont-see-me-at-rallies-kalaba/) - Some may think he has been subdued by the rising popularity of Tonse PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu, but he says no. Citizens First CF and Orange Alliance presidential candidate Harry Kalaba says he is in this election to win it. "I think so far you have not - [DRC Senate adopts a Bill which could extend Presidential term limit](https://zambianeye.com/drc-adopts-a-bill-which-could-extend-presidential-term-limit/) - The Democratic Republic of Congo's Senate has adopted a bill to change the constitution which could open the door to a ‌third term in office for President Felix Tshisekedi, days after a protest against the bill turned violent in the capital Kinshasa. The bill paves the way for a referendum on a new constitution that - [2026 WORLD CUP: Big game today France vs Senegal... What to expect...](https://zambianeye.com/2026-world-cup-big-game-today-france-vs-senegal-what-to-expect/) - Football lovers across the globe are up for a treat this evening as France take on one of African continental powerhouses Senegal in their 2026 Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup group I opener at New York's New Jersey Stadium. Kick off is 8 pm Central African Time. This highly anticipated fixture also - [There is no fairness ahead of these elections, M'membe tells Commonwealth](https://zambianeye.com/there-is-no-fairness-ahead-of-these-elections-mmembe-tells-commonwealth/) - Lusaka, Zambia – Socialist Party (SP) President and Presidential Candidate, Dr. Fred M’membe, accompanied by Vice-Presidential Candidate Dolika Banda and delegates from the Peoples Pact, today met with a Commonwealth delegation and expressed serious concerns regarding the state of Zambia’s democratic and electoral environment ahead of the 2026 General Elections. Addressing the delegation, Dr. M’membe - [Rich Bizzy questions cancellation of Govt shows after opposition performance](https://zambianeye.com/rich-bizzy-questions-cancellation-of-govt-shows-after-opposition-performance/) - …Calls for Equal Treatment of Musicians Regardless of Political Affiliation Popular Zambian musician Rich Bizzy has publicly questioned what he describes as unequal treatment of artists after his scheduled performances at government-linked events were allegedly cancelled following his appearance at an opposition political rally. In a statement issued on social media, the musician said the - [Zambia 2012 AFCON winning coach takes over Tunisia national team](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-2012-afcon-winning-coach-takes-over-tunisia-national-team/) - Hervé Renard has taken over as Tunisia’s new head coach to guide them through their World Cup campaign, following the dismissal of Sabri Lamouchi after Tunisia suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening match. This African football expert has been called in, to rescue the Tunisia World Cup mission, after a 5-1 - [2 bodies found near church premises Livingstone Linda compound](https://zambianeye.com/2-bodies-found-near-church-premises-livingstone-linda-compound/) - Residents of Linda Compound in Livingstone, Southern Zambia, have been left shocked following the discovery of two bodies in what are suspected to be separate murder incidents. The bodies, identified by family members as Muyunda Sifaya and Everisto Mundia, both of unknown age, were found in different locations within the vicinity of the United Church - [Government admits failure to establish why there was internet shutdown during 2021 general elections](https://zambianeye.com/government-admits-failure-to-establish-why-there-was-internet-shutdown-during-2021-general-elections/) - The Government says it has totally failed to understand why the country experienced a total internet shutdown during the 2021 general elections. Technology and Science Permanent Secretary Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu says the government did everything in its power to establish the 2021 internet shutdown, but failed to get any leads. He however, assures the - ["You are losing but don't fear," Mundubile tells HH as Tonse Pamodzi takes campaign to Kabwe](https://zambianeye.com/you-are-losing-but-dont-fear-mundubile-tells-hh-as-tonse-pamodzi-takes-campaign-to-kabwe/) - “YOU WILL STILL BE RESPECTED”…Opposition Alliance Promises “Freedom, Jobs and Economic Reset” The Tonse Pamodzi Alliance has continued its early campaign momentum with another major rally in Kabwe, barely a day after officially launching its campaign ahead of the 13 August 2026 general elections, with presidential candidate Brian Mundubile declaring that the ruling UPND and - [Egypt holds Belgium to 1 - 1 draw in World Group G opener](https://zambianeye.com/egypt-holds-belgium-to-1-1-draw-in-world-group-g-opener/) - Egypt have produced one of the early statements of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after holding Belgium to a 1–1 draw in their opening Group G encounter in Seattle. Coming into the match as underdogs against one of Europe’s traditional football powers, Egypt showed discipline, pace and belief to frustrate the Belgians and walk away - [Who has performed better I and Chibuye- Kambwili asks Roan residents](https://zambianeye.com/who-has-performed-better-i-and-chibuye-kambwili-asks-roan-residents/) - Former Roan Member of Parliament Chishimba Kambwili has invited fellow Zambians to put his and outgoing legislator Joel Chibuye's works on the scale and see who has performed better. Kambwili says he is surprised by sentiments he claims to have had been made by Chibuye suggesting that he did nothing during his tenure as Roam - [Matero son locks mother in burning house](https://zambianeye.com/matero-son-locks-mother-in-burning-house/) - In case of domestic violence, a Matero son has allegedly locked her mother in a burning house following an exchange of words. In this developing story, the mother was brought to safety by police officers who had to break into the house through the window. The police told Diamond TV that the suspect has since - [Ramaphosa files urgent court application to impeachment process](https://zambianeye.com/ramaphosa-files-urgent-court-application-to-impeachment-process/) - President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched an urgent court bid to stop parliament proceeding with an impeachment inquiry against him, arguing that the process should be suspended pending the outcome of a separate legal challenge. Court papers filed in the Western Cape High Court on Friday show that Ramaphosa is seeking an urgent interdict against National - [10 killed in road traffic accidents](https://zambianeye.com/10-killed-in-road-traffic-accidents/) - At least 10 people have been killed and five others injured in separate road traffic accidents recorded across the country on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi says the accidents occurred in Eastern, Copperbelt, Central, Lusaka and Southern provinces. He attributes the accidents to speeding and improper overtaking among the main causes. In - [How Hichilema's many mistakes resurrected the dying opposition](https://zambianeye.com/how-hichilemas-many-mistakes-resurrected-the-dying-opposition/) - By Irvine Mbanga If anyone had told me a year ago that Zambia would have a formidable opposition competing against His Excellence, President Hakainde Hichilema, I would have treated him with lowkey suspicion of madness, but here we are with the Mundubile/ Makebi partnership seemingly organized and pulling massive crowds. What changed, what caused the - [Second Independence is coming, says Mundubile as he launches presidential campaign](https://zambianeye.com/second-independence-is-coming-says-mundubile-as-he-launches-presidential-campaign/) - ...WITH PROMISE TO REPEAL “OPPRESSIVE LAWS” AND RETURN MINERAL WEALTH TO ZAMBIANS …Promises youths control of dumpsites, 50% local participation in mining The Tonse Pamodzi Coalition has officially launched its presidential campaign with a mega rally in Kitwe on the Copperbelt, where coalition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile declared that Zambia is heading towards what he - [I wish to advise those aspiring to be President to prepare otherwise you will be lost- President Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/i-wish-to-advise-those-aspiring-to-be-president-to-prepare-otherwise-you-will-be-lost-president-hichilema/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has advised anyone aspiring to be President to prepare well or else they will be lost. President Hichilema who recently warned that leading a country is not a joke, believes one has to be fully prepared to be able to manage the affairs of a nation. Zambia will be holding a general - [PeP elects Chanda Katotobwe as President](https://zambianeye.com/pep-elects-chanda-katotobwe-as-president/) - The Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) has officially elected Chanda Katotobwe as its party president taking over from Sean Tembo. And Katotobwe has promised to grow the party with a view of participating in elections in future regretting the decision by Government to block the party from taking part in 2026 elections. Katotobwe was elected - [Largest ever FIFA World Cup tournament kicks off](https://zambianeye.com/largest-ever-fifa-world-cup-tournament-kicks-off/) - The 2026 Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) World Cup kicks off today, June 11 in Mexico City, where the hosts will play South Africa at the ceremonial Estadio Azteca Stadium. The tournament is being co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, and is the largest World Cup ever, with about - [UPND manifesto a shameless copy of my project 2026 - Mwamba](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-manifesto-a-shameless-copy-of-my-project-2026-mwamba/) - …Claims Ruling Party Has Borrowed Opposition Economic Ideas Former diplomat and opposition figure Emmanuel Mwamba has accused the ruling UPND of recycling ideas from his previously unveiled Project 2026 economic blueprint, claiming the governing party lacks original policy thinking. Mwamba, who has been living outside Zambia and has remained active through online political commentary and - [Chungu to remain behind bars](https://zambianeye.com/chungu-to-remain-behind-bars/) - …Court Declines Bail As LDP Raises Concern Over Presidential Campaign Veteran intelligence chief and presidential candidate for the Liberal Democrats Party (LDP), Xavier Franklin Chungu will remain in custody after the court declined to release him on bail, raising fresh questions over how his continued detention may affect his participation in the ongoing 2026 presidential - [Whispering to the Elephant Within Us: Zambia’s Ill-Fitting Constitution from Birth](https://zambianeye.com/whispering-to-the-elephant-within-us-zambias-ill-fitting-constitution-from-birth/) - Stitched, Patched, and Stretched Zambia’s Ill-Fitting Constitution from Birth By Dr Tarcisius Mukuka A diverse group of Zambians — men, women, elders, and youth — sewing a giant green cloth with Zambia’s outline on it, symbolising collective nation-building. Nearby, a torn old garment lies discarded, evoking the idea of leaving behind a broken past. Introduction - [Mwenya Musenge, is a failed politician, who only thinks about food- Sampa](https://zambianeye.com/mwenya-musenge-is-a-finished-politician-who-only-thinks-about-food-sampa/) - Patriotic Front (PF) faction leader Miles Sampa has ripped into fellow politician, Mwenya Musenge saying his politics is driven by his stomach. "Musenge is a finished politician that has failed to be relevant without Sata's name after he died in 2014. "When ECL fired him around 2016, he has never recovered or be relevant to - [PLAGIARISM: UPND Manifesto a Shameless Copycat of My Project 2026](https://zambianeye.com/plagiarism-upnd-manifesto-a-shameless-copycat-of-my-project-2026/) - By Emmanuel Mwamba When I arrived in the USA, for the first time in many years, I had plenty of time to rest and think. I used the opportunity to ran a special series of programs in 2025 called "Project 2026". I outlined the following; 1. Raising to 10,000 mega watts generation capacity 2. 20 - [SA goalkeeper blames World Cup opener loss on lack of support from fellow Africans](https://zambianeye.com/sa-goalkeeper-blames-world-cup-opener-loss-on-lack-of-support-from-fellow-africans/) - South Africa Goalkeeper Rowen Williams has blamed FIFA World Cup 2026 opener loss against Mexico on lack of Africa’s support. Africa’s first representative at the global soccer showcase suffered an early setback last night, with South Africa losing 2-0 to hosts Mexico in the tournament’s opening match at the legendary Estadio Azteca. The hosts got - [HH promises more jobs as he launches UPND manifesto](https://zambianeye.com/if-your-relative-is-not-yet-employed-dont-worry-they-will-be-among-the-next-to-be-employed-president-hh-promises-zambians/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has promised to give jobs to Zambians who are currently suffering under the joke of unemployment and struggling to make ends meet. Speaking during the launch of the United Party for National Development (UPND) manifesto in the capital this afternoon, Hichilema promised: "If your relative is not yet employed, they will be - [I was against Lungu's return to active politics- Sampa speaks on the fall of PF](https://zambianeye.com/i-was-against-lungus-return-to-active-politics-sampa-speaks-on-the-fall-of-pf/) - Patriotic Front (PF) faction leader Miles Sampa has washed his hands regarding what he describes as 'the fall' of the immediate past ruling party, saying this was the work of some former ministers and senior party officials. He alleges that a group of former ministers and National Management Committee (NMC) members who contributed to the - [GIVING WITH RIGHT, TAKING AWAY WITH LEFT HAND: No glory in HH rejecting Public Gatherings Bill](https://zambianeye.com/giving-with-right-taking-away-with-left-hand-no-glory-in-hh-rejecting-public-gatherings-bill/) - By Frank Gwaba We have just been informed that the president has declined to assent to the Public Gatherings Bill and has instead referred it back to parliament, citing concerns that the Bill poses a threat to democracy. To many individuals, depending on their level of awareness, this action by the president may be perceived - [Lukulu murders prime suspect killed by police](https://zambianeye.com/lukulu-murders-prime-suspect-killed-by-police/) - The key suspect in the murder of seven people and the aggravated theft of 43 cattle at Kamboyi Village in Lukulu District, Western Province, has been killed by police. Numbo Mate Mubita, 41, was shot dead along with his suspected accomplice, Chiteta Kayombo, 25, as they tried to flee while leading police officers to Kashasha, - [Gvt announces outstanding US$1.4bn Fixed Rate Step-Up cash tender offer results](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-announces-outstanding-us1-4bn-fixed-rate-step-up-cash-tender-offer-results/) - The Republic of Zambia has announced strong early results from the cash tender offer for the outstanding US$1.365 billion Fixed Rate Step-Up Amortising Notes due 2053. The offer, launched on 29th May, 2026, invited eligible bondholders to sell their notes back to the government before maturity, subject to financing conditions being met. The announcement was - [It's a lie that I voted against Bill 7- Nkombo](https://zambianeye.com/its-a-lie-that-i-voted-against-bill-7-nkombo/) - Mazabuka Central aspiring Independent legislator Gary Nkombo has refuted claims that that he voted against of Bill 7, which later became Act 13. Speaking during an interview on Diamond TV on Tuesday evening, Nkombo stated that he supported the Bill while serving as a member of the United Party for National Development (UPND). Nkombo pointed - [Police use un-passed law, rejected Bill to block freedom of assembly- Mukandila ](https://zambianeye.com/134401-2/) - The recent decision by the Zambia Police Service in Southern Province to cite provisions from the proposed Public Gatherings Bill, particularly Section 9, as justification for suspending political campaigns in Mazabuka has been described as a shocking illegality of the highest order. It has been viewed as unconstitutional and deeply alarming that the Police chose - [Debt buyback: Why Zambia is seeking new loans to reduce old Eurobond obligations](https://zambianeye.com/debt-buyback-why-zambia-is-seeking-new-loans-to-reduce-old-eurobond-obligations/) - …Government moves to retire part of restructured debt years after landmark agreement with creditors In a move attracting fresh debate among economists and financial analysts, Zambia is seeking to buy back part of its restructured foreign debt despite having only recently concluded one of Africa’s most closely watched sovereign debt restructuring processes. The Government has - [Police surround Nkombo's residence](https://zambianeye.com/police-surround-nkombos-residence/) - ...Independent Candidate Cries Intimidation, Demands Equal Political Space in Mazabuka Police officers have allegedly surrounded the residence of veteran politician and Mazabuka Central Independent parliamentary candidate Garry Nkombo in a development that is likely to heighten political tensions in the constituency. Nkombo, who only recently broke his silence after his fallout with the UPND leadership - [HH declines to sign Public Gatherings Bill, says it’s “against public interest”](https://zambianeye.com/hh-declines-to-sign-public-gatherings-bill-says-its-against-public-interest/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has refused to sign the Public Gatherings Bill saying it is "against public interest". President Hakainde Hichilema has refused to sign into law the public gatherings bill, saying the piece of legislation is draconian and against public interest. The Public Gatherings Bill is one of the bills that were fast-tracked by parliament - [2026 Hunt for successor 5: Use Hichilema's own tribalism to defeat him](https://zambianeye.com/2026-hunt-for-successor-5-use-hichilemas-own-tribalism-to-defeat-him/) - A Mirror Demographic Approach By Dr. Field C. Ruwe Defeating Hichilema Is Defeating Tribalism Caveat. This article is NOT about fanning the flames of tribal politics; rather, it seeks to demonstrate an effective and peaceful approach for defeating President Hakainde Hichilema in August. It employs the “shift of conflict axis” theory to turn Hichilema’s own - [A Rebuttal to Dr. Field C. Ruwe: President Hichilema’s Record of Unity and Economic Revival](https://zambianeye.com/a-rebuttal-to-dr-field-c-ruwe-president-hichilemas-record-of-unity-and-economic-revival/) - By Goodwin Mankomba Dr. Ruwe’s article presents a dangerously reductive analysis of Zambia’s political landscape. By framing the 2026 election as a zero-sum ethnic calculus, he does not critique tribalism, he replicates the very logic he claims to oppose. This response challenges his thesis with facts on national unity, economic data, and democratic consolidation under - [Police surrounds Hotel in Chipata to force me and Mundubule out - Makebi Zulu](https://zambianeye.com/police-surrounds-hotel-in-chipata-to-force-me-and-mundubule-out-makebi-zulu/) - ...NRP-UP Leaders Say They Will Not Leave Opposition vice-presidential candidate Makebi Zulu has alleged that police in full riot gear surrounded a hotel in Chipata where he and presidential candidate Brian Mundubile were staying and began removing party members one by one under circumstances he described as unclear and unjustified. Zulu made the claims in - [Why is Hichilema calling for Lungu's burial with honor when he denied seeking medical treatment - M'membe](https://zambianeye.com/why-is-hichilema-calling-for-lungus-burial-with-honor-when-he-denied-seeking-medical-treatment-mmembe/) - ...As Calls Grow For Closure More Than A Year After Former President’s Death Socialist Party presidential candidate Dr. Fred M’membe has criticised President Hakainde Hichilema over renewed public calls for the burial of former President Edgar Lungu, questioning what he described as contradictions in the government’s handling of the late Head of State. Dr. M’membe’s - [Mwiimbu steps up campaign, promises not to betray trust of Monze East Voters](https://zambianeye.com/mwiimbu-steps-up-campaign-promises-not-to-betray-trust-of-monze-east-voters/) - ...Pledges Equal Development Across All Wards, Announces Lufuwa Bridge Works Monze East parliamentary candidate Jack Mwiimbu has intensified his campaign efforts ahead of the August 13, 2026 general elections, assuring voters that he will not betray the confidence they place in him if elected. The veteran politician, who is seeking to extend his parliamentary career - [SADC Traditional Leaders, President Hichilema gather for official funeral of Paramount Chief Mphezeni](https://zambianeye.com/sadc-traditional-leaders-president-hichilema-gather-for-official-funeral-of-paramount-chief-mphezeni/) - Eastern Province today came to a standstill as Zambia held the official funeral and burial of Paramount Chief Mpezeni of the Ngoni people, bringing together traditional leaders from across Southern Africa, government officials and President Hakainde Hichilema in a send-off that reflected both cultural heritage and national significance. The late traditional leader, who had occupied - [DPP opposes Chungu freedom bid](https://zambianeye.com/dpp-opposes-chungu-freedom-bid/) - The Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) has opposed for Zambia Intelligence Security Services boss Xavier Chungu's bail granted to him by the High Court to conduct his campaigns. Chungu who is a presidential candidate in this year's election has since been moved to Chimbokaila Prison from Kabwata Police. Chungu is facing four counts relating to - [When death strikes, our duty is to bury the dead with dignity, says Hichilema as Lungu remains unburied](https://zambianeye.com/when-death-strikes-our-duty-is-to-bury-the-dead-with-dignity-says-hichilema-as-lungu-remains-unburied/) - President Hakainde Hichilema says it is the duty of the living to bury dead with dignity. He made these remarks while addressing mourners at the burial of Paramount Chief Mpezeni. "When death strikes, our duty is to bury the dead with dignity as we are doing with Nkosi Yama Nkosi, Ngwenyama," he said. He said - [King Zwangendaba speaks on coronation of Mpezeni's successor](https://zambianeye.com/king-zwangendaba-speaks-on-coronation-of-mpezenis-successor/) - King Mbelwa Zwangendaba has hinted on when will late Paramount Chief Mpezeni's successor is going to be coronated. "At the right time, I will perform the coronation once the royal family identifies the rightful successor to the Mpezeni throne, in line with tradition” - King Mbelwa Zwangendaba. Meanwhile, Paramount Chief Mpezeni will not be buried - [Why I Think Quick-Action Gaming Has Changed How We Experience Digital Entertainment](https://zambianeye.com/why-i-think-quick-action-gaming-has-changed-how-we-experience-digital-entertainment/) - I've spent the last 3 years watching how people interact with online entertainment, and honestly, something shifted around mid-2021. We got tired of waiting. Games that demanded 45-minute sessions or complex strategies started losing ground to experiences you could jump into during a coffee break, and there's actually something deeper happening with player engagement patterns. - [Munir Zulu avoids attending Paramount Chief Mpezeni's burial because his 'tormentors' would be attending too](https://zambianeye.com/munir-zulu-avoids-attending-paramount-chief-mpezenis-burial-because-his-tormentors-would-be-attending-too/) - Former Lumezi MP Munir Zulu says because Paramount Chief Mpezeni's burial will draw the attendance of individuals who have actively persecuted him, as well as those who continue to scheme against his well-being through various means he chose not to attend. Posting on his social media handle, Zulu said to preserve the peace, sanctity, and - [Campaign mood is low ahead of August 13 polls because candidates have no money- Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/campaign-mood-is-low-ahead-of-august-13-polls-because-candidates-have-no-money-mundubile/) - Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says the country's is witnessing an unusual and subdued election season mood due to lack of money. Speaking on BM8 Unfiltered, Mundubile said said many people including candidates are contending with low disposable incomes hence the subdued election mood. "Many people today have no money to spend, including the - [Ex- Ndola DC withdraws bid to run as independent after getting a phone call from President Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/ex-ndola-dc-withdraws-bid-to-run-as-independent-after-getting-a-phone-call-from-president-hichilema/) - Former Ndola District Commissioner Joseph Phiri says a direct call from President Hakainde Hichilema prompted him to abandon his independent parliamentary bid for Ndola Central and rejoin the ruling United United Party for National Development (UPND). Phiri had filed in his nomination to contest as an independent candidate for Ndola Central Constituency after the UPND - [Zambia fast losing long cherished dream, over presidential burial protocols](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-fast-losing-long-cherished-dream-over-presidential-burial-protocols/) - Kabaso Chungu-Eld Zambia finds herself at a defining crossroads. The failure to reach consensus on the burial arrangements of the former Republican President is no longer a private family matter or a partisan dispute. It has become a national issue that touches the heart of our collective identity. We ignore it at our peril, for - [Chilufya Tayali urges UPND to use even 'dirty' tactics to 'beat' Gary Nkombo](https://zambianeye.com/chilufya-tayali-urges-upnd-to-use-even-dirty-tactics-to-beat-gary-nkombo/) - Economic and Equity Party leader Chilufya Tayali has urged the United Party for National Development (UPND) to use every available trick to defeat independent candidate Gary Nkombo. Posting on his social media handle, Tayali said the ruling party can lose election anyway else, but should use everything including tricks outside the rules of the game - [Police suspends public gatherings in Mazabuka](https://zambianeye.com/police-suspends-public-gatherings-in-mazabuka/) - Zambia Police in Mazabuka have suspended public gatherings citing issues to do with security. The authorities say have since intensified monitoring of the security situation in Mazabuka District. According to police this follows reports of potential threats to public peace and order. Southern Province Police Commanding Officer, Moono Namalongo has told ZANIS in Mazabuka that - [I'm worth K58m, what about you- Kalaba challenges HH](https://zambianeye.com/im-worth-k58m-what-about-you-kalaba-challenges-hh/) - Citizens First (CF) leader Harry Kalaba has disclosed has declared his worth saying he owns assets to the tune of around K58 million. Kalaba says as a person seeking to hold the highest office in the land, it is prudent for him to declare his worth before his employer (Zambians) so that they he had - [Freedom is coming, Makebi Zulu assures detained Xavier Chungu](https://zambianeye.com/freedom-is-coming-makebi-zulu-assures-detained-xavier-chungu/) - "Freedom is coming." Those were the words of NRP-UP vice-presidential candidate Makebi Zulu after finally being granted access to detained Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) president and presidential candidate Xavier Chungu at Kabwata Police Station. Zulu, a constitutional lawyer and running mate to National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, revealed - [Mwiimbu leaves nothing to chance as he donates 264 bicycles to party officials](https://zambianeye.com/mwiimbu-leaves-nothing-to-chance-as-he-donates-264-bicycles-to-party-officials/) - Longest-serving Member of Parliament Jack Mwiimbu, popularly known by supporters as "Mseveni", appears determined not to leave anything to chance in his quest for a sixth consecutive term in Parliament. Mwiimbu, who has represented Monze Central since 2001 and is now contesting in the newly created Monze East Constituency following constituency delimitation, has intensified grassroots - [M/membe's running mate Dolika Banda's certificate has no English, ECZ tells ConCourt](https://zambianeye.com/m-membes-running-mate-dolika-bandas-certificate-has-no-english-ecz-tells-concourt/) - The Council of Zambia (ECZ) has told the Constitutional Court that Socialist Party presidential candidate Fred M’membe’s running mate, Dolika Banda, does not possess a qualification equivalent to a Grade 12 certificate. It has submitted that Ms Banda’s O-Level certificate does not include English Language, a mandatory subject for one to be awarded a Grade - [Southern province Aspiring Candidates go to Mundubile](https://zambianeye.com/southern-province-aspiring-candidates-go-to-mundubile/) - AS HE PREACHES NATIONAL UNITY HEAD OF ELECTIONS National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has intensified his outreach campaign ahead of the August 13 general elections, meeting aspiring candidates and a mobilization team from Southern Province at his Lusaka residence. The meeting comes barely days after the Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance - [Imenda urges UPND members to dump Nkombo, accuses him of planning to burn party regalia](https://zambianeye.com/imenda-urges-members-to-dump-nkombo-accuses-him-of-planning-to-burn-party-regalia/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) has ordered its members in Mazabuka to disassociate themselves with independent candidate Gary Nkombo. In a press statement, the ruling party Secretary General Batuke Imenda called on members to instead rally behind a UPND candidate. Imenda said the party also has information suggesting that Nkombo has been mobilizing - [Sampa endorses President Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/sampa-endorses-president-hichilema/) - Miles Sampa’s Patriotic Front (PF) has endorsed President Hakainde Hichilema as the next President. In his endorsement message Sampa described President Hichilema as the best candidate. PF recently announced that it was officially withdrawing from participating in the August 13, 2026 General Election. PF President Miles Sampa announced that the decision was made after consultations - [UPND cadres stone Mundubile, Zulu convoy in Chawama](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-cadres-stone-mundubile-zulu-convoy-in-chawama/) - Suspected United Party for National Development (UPND) cadres have attacked Tonse, PF-Pamodzi Alliance leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu convoy in Chawama. The two where coming from a Memorial service of Zambia’s Sixth Republican President, Edgar Chagwa Lungu at Regina Pacis Catholic Church in Chawama when the suspected ruling party cadres threw - [Macky2 asks for financial assistance from supporters](https://zambianeye.com/macky2-asks-for-financial-assistance-from-supporters/) - Independent aspiring Member of Parliament for Nchanga Constituency, Mulaza Kaira, popularly known as Macky2 has expressed gratitude to his supporters after the launch of his campaign manifesto. Describing the event as the start of a movement built on hope and change, Kaira who is also a musician implored his supporters to help his campaign with - [Mundubile, others escorting HH to State House, says Meeetwa as Nalumango urges Zambians not to behave like witches](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-others-escorting-hh-to-state-house-says-meeetwa-as-nalumango-urges-zambians-not-to-behave-like-witches/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) acting spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa says the ruling party is whatsoever not afraid of opposition presidential candidates, arguing that by participating in this year's election, they are just escorting President Hakainde Hichilema to victory. Mweetwa posits that the only frightening thing about Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu is a - [ECZ launches countrywide recruitment drive...HOW TO APPLY...](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-launches-countrywide-recruitment-drive-how-to-apply/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has launched a countrywide recruitment drive as one of the key preparations for the forthcoming general election set for 13 August 2026. In a public notice, the Commission said it seeks to engage 89,370 suitably qualified Zambians to work as poll staff countrywide during the 13th August, 2026 General - [To be effective MP one should serve as councillor first- Matero aspiring MP](https://zambianeye.com/to-be-effective-mp-one-should-have-served-as-councillor-first-matero-aspiring-mp/) - Matero Constituency aspiring Member of Parliament under the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance, Patrick Mwamba Salubusa, says leadership should be built on experience, and stronger network between councillors and Members of Parliament. Speaking during a live interview on Capital FM 99.7, Salubusa said effective parliamentary representation requires one to have served as a councillor at one point. - [Sampa likely to endorse HH, says Charity Banda](https://zambianeye.com/sampa-likely-to-endorse-hh-says-charity-banda/) - The Miles Sampa led Patriotic Front (PF) faction acting national chairperson Charity Banda says she and Sampa, are both likely to endorse President Hakainde Hichilema and the ruling UPND in the 2026 general elections. Speaking with Daily Revelation yesterday, Banda said people were criticising her political decisions, saying they felt good when they saw her - [Ngoni Royal Establishment unhappy by blocking of Paramount Chief Mberwa of Malawi](https://zambianeye.com/statement-by-the-royal-family/) - The Ngoni Royal Establishment has condemned the manner in which the Bemba mourners conducted the tribal cousinship with the Easterners at Ephendukeni Palace during the arrival of the mortal remains of the late Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV. Speaking to the media, Ngoni Royal Establishment representative Chief Madzimawe was unhappy with the Bembas for blocking the - [Gary Nkombo resigns from UPND](https://zambianeye.com/gary-nkombo-resigns-from-upnd/) - Mazabuka Independent parliamentary aspirant, Gary Nkombo has reigned from the United Party for National Development (UPND). In a letter addressed to the ruling party Secretary General, Nkombo said his resignation is line with the dictates of the law once one goes independent. He said said events which happened recently indicate that he is no longer - [Only 28 out of 280 Zim MPs selected to debate Bill to extend Mnangagwa's term](https://zambianeye.com/only-28-out-of-210-zim-mps-selected-to-debate-bill-to-extend-mnangagwas-term/) - At least twenty-eight Members of Parliament drawn from across Zimbabwe’s political divide have been selected to debate the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), to extend President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa's term of office. The list witnesses self imposed opposition leader Sengezo Tshabangu nominating predominantly proportional representation MPs rather than constituency based legislators to participate - [ZESCO hints on possible power disruptions, urges citizens to consider investing in back up systems](https://zambianeye.com/zesco-hints-on-possible-power-disruptions-urges-citizens-to-consider-investing-in-back-up-systems/) - The Zambia Electricity Supply Corporation (ZESCO) has hinted that there could be power disruptions advising citizens to prepare for the anticipated effects of El Niño by investing in solar energy solutions and adopting net metering systems. Speaking to Hot FM News, ZESCO Board Chairperson Vickson Nc’ube highlighted that the country should be adequately prepared for - [PICTURES: Plane carrying Paramount Chief Mpezeni's remains touches down at Chipata Airport](https://zambianeye.com/pictures-plane-plane-carrying-paramount-chief-mpezenis-remains-touches-down-at-chipata-airport/) - The plane carrying the body of the late Paramount Chief Mpezeni has touched down at Chipata Airport. The body was received by scores of people who have gathered at Chipata Airport. Government officials, led by Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa, earlier today joined members of the royal family and mourners in paying their respects - [ZRA refutes allegations of confiscating Mundubile's campaign materials](https://zambianeye.com/zra-refutes-allegations-of-confiscating-mundubiles-campaign-materials/) - The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has rubbished claims circulating on social media and other platforms, alleging that it has impounded Tonse Pamodzi Alliance trucks carrying campaign materials. According to reports, the said materials have been withheld by ZRA for a week now, but the Authority says there are no goods in its custody, that belong - [Kambwili fined K25,000 for immigration offence](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-fined-k25000-for-immigration-offence/) - The Lusaka Magistrates Court has convicted and fined K25,000 or 7 months imprisonment in default to former Minister Chishimba Kambwili on one count of failing to appear before immigration officers at a point of entry. Kambwili was facing one count of departing from Zambia without appearing before an immigration officer at a point of entry, - [War of words erupts between former and outgoing Nkana MPs](https://zambianeye.com/war-of-words-erupts-between-former-and-outgoing-nkana-mps/) - Former Nkana Member of Parliament Alexander Chiteme and the outgoing legislator for the same constituency Binwell Mpundu have clashed over 'lack' development in the area. Chiteme triggered the fire when he posted that his successor has not done much in the area in terms of development, saying he feels betrayed. "My heart bleeds today when - [Police probe 10 aspiring MPs over fake grade 12 certificates](https://zambianeye.com/police-launches-probe-on-10-aspiring-mps-over-fake-grade-12-certificates/) - The Zambia Police Service has launched probe into 10 aspiring parliamentary candidates for allegedly submitting forged academic certificates to the Examinations Council of Zambia for qualification verification ahead of the general elections. Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi has confirmed that at least 10 reports of suspected forgery have been received. The breakdown of the cases are - [Paramount Chief Mpezeni's remains expected in Chipata](https://zambianeye.com/paramount-chief-mpezenis-remains-expected-in-chipata/) - The body of Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV is today expected to arrive in Chipata as thousands of mourners continue paying tribute to the revered Ngoni king whose 44-year reign came to an end last week. According to the Ngoni Royal Establishment, the mortal remains of the late traditional leader are scheduled to be flown from - [Gvt hikes minimum pension payout from K1,86l to K2,327](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-hikes-minimum-pension-payout-from-k186l-to-k2327/) - Starting from tomorrow, the minimum pension will rise from K1,86l to K2,327. This will see more than 17,000 members currently on the pension receiving the increase immediately. Around 30,000 retirees will be able to access an advance lump sum. President Hakainde Hichilema is tomorrow expected to sign into law five key pieces of legislation aimed - [Archbishop Chama bans gifts, political speeches during church services](https://zambianeye.com/archbishop-chama-bans-gifts-political-speeches-during-church-services/) - Archbishop of Kasama Archdiocese, Ignatius Chama, has ordered all priests in areas under his jurisdiction not to give room to politicians or aspiring candidates to campaign or make political statements during church events. Archbishop Chama pointed out that politicians taking part in Church services should not be allowed an opportunity to address congregants, adding that - [Gvt repatriates 40 Zambians from SA amid disturbances](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-repatriates-40-zambians-from-sa-amid-disturbances/) - The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Zambian Embassy in Pretoria, successfully facilitated the repatriation of forty (40) Zambian nationals from the Republic of South Africa to Zambia. The repatriation exercise commenced on 23 May 2026, with the returnees arriving safely in Zambia on 25 May 2026. The repatriation was undertaken in response - [Zambia to lose US visa-processing functions following State Department directive ](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-to-lose-us-visa-processing-functions-following-state-department-directive/) - The U.S Embassy in Lusaka is set to stop processing visa applications as the State Department plans to cut the number of visa-processing embassies across the continent from nearly 50 to just 20 in the coming weeks. The changes mean that applicants in countries whose embassies lose visa-processing functions may be required to travel to - [ECZ launches early warning conflict management system](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-launches-early-warning-conflict-management-system/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has unveiled an early warning conflict handling system. This is an online accreditation system and Voter Verification Devices (VVDs), promulgated as part of measures aimed at promoting the credibility and efficiency of the country's electoral management process ahead of the August 13, 2026, general election. Speaking at the launch - [Court sets date for HH eligibility hearing](https://zambianeye.com/court-sets-date-for-hh-eligibility-hearing/) - A full bench of the Constitutional Court (Con Court) is set to hear a petition opposing President Hakainde Hichilema's candidature in the 2026 General Election on June 19, 2026. The petitioner in the case is United Party for National Development (UPND) founding member Charles Longwe who says President Hichilema is not eligible to contest. The - [Chanda promises to bring 3 million Zambians 'without toilets' to UPND Alliance as he endorses Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/chanda-promises-to-bring-3-million-zambians-without-toilets-to-upnd-alliance-as-he-endorses-hichilema/) - The United Prosperous and Peaceful Zambia (UPPZ) leader Charles Chanda has promised to bring 3 million Zambians who doesn't have plots, toilets to the UPND Alliance table. As he endorses President Hakainde Hichilema and the UPND, Chanda said as a person in real estate business, he has a solution. He said some opposition leaders seeking - [Sean Tembo's to do list for Roma constituency if he wins as independent](https://zambianeye.com/sean-tembos-to-do-list-for-roma-constituency-if-he-wins-as-independent/) - Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) leader Sean Tembo has released a point plan of he intends to do for Roma constituency if he wins the forthcoming general election as an independent. On his to do list, Tembo says he would prioritize issues of security, water supply, health, roads and youth capacitation among others. On the - [Sugar doesn’t just taste good, it steals your health, memory, and your youth](https://zambianeye.com/sugar-doesnt-just-taste-good-it-steals-your-health-memory-and-your-youth/) - By Dr Aaron Mujajati We often think of sugar as just a sweet treat, but science shows it can quietly damage our bodies in ways we don’t notice until it’s too late. Excess sugar in your blood doesn’t just raise your energy, it raises your risk of diabetes. When blood sugar stays high, the body - [My secretary sent the 'Bwela Tupange' message, not me - John General tells court](https://zambianeye.com/my-secretary-sent-the-bwela-tupange-message-not-me-john-general-tells-court/) - Controversial preacher John Nundwe known to his followers as John General has disclosed before the Magistrates Court that it was not him who personally sent the 'bwela tupange' message to the woman he is accused of raping saying it was sent by one of his secretaries. Giving evidence before Magistrate Amy Masoja on Tuesday, Nundwe - [Continued detention derails my campaign, says Chungu as he applies for bail](https://zambianeye.com/continued-detention-derails-my-campaign-says-chungu-as-he-applies-for-bail/) - Former Zambia Security Intelligence Service Director General and independent presidential candidate Xavier Chungu has bemoaned his continued without trial. In his bail pending appeal application to the High Court Chungu said his prolonged detention is impacting negatively on his ability to campaign ahead of the August 13 general elections. In an affidavit accompanying a summons - [South African parliament launches impeachment inquiry into President Ramaphosa](https://zambianeye.com/south-african-parliament-launches-impeachment-inquiry-into-president-ramaphosa/) - South Africa’s Parliament has officially begun a Section 89 impeachment inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa, marking a significant development in the country's political landscape. The newly established 31-member parliamentary committee held its inaugural meeting today, electing a chairperson as its first order of business and formally commencing the inquiry process. The committee was created following - [Nakacinda judgment reserved for 14 July, as defense close case after failing to summon witnesses](https://zambianeye.com/nakacinda-judgment-reserved-for-14-july-as-defense-close-case-after-failing-to-summon-witnesses/) - The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has announced July 14, 2026, as the date in which judgment in a case involving politician Raphael Nakacinda is to be delivered. Nakacinda is charged with seditious practices over the sentiments he reportedly made in relation with former late President Edgar Lungu’s residence in Chifwema. Nakacinda is said to have used - [KBF tears into UPND flagship free education policy, calls it fake election gimmick](https://zambianeye.com/kbf-tears-into-upnd-flagship-free-education-policy-calls-it-fake-election-gimmick/) - Zambia Must Prosper ZMP leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube has lashed out at the new dawn administration's free education program calling it fake, a failure meant to deceive the Zambian people. KBF as Fube is affectionately known by his supporters says real free education should run on the wavelength of good infrastructure, learning materials and well - ['I hear your concerns, help is on the way'- Mundubile tells civil servants](https://zambianeye.com/i-hear-your-concerns-help-is-on-the-way-mundubile-tells-civil-servants/) - Tonse, PF-Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says his administration will implement measures to improve the welfare, working conditions, and economic security for civil servants. Speaking in a televised programme on Millennium TV, Zambia Goes to the Polls, Mundubile said Zambia needs to start everything afresh so that citizens can fully benefit from the country's - [Hichilema promises to recruit over 40,000 health workers if voted into power again](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-to-recruit-over-40000-health-workers-if-voted-into-power-again/) - The President Hakainde Hichilema led United Party for National Development (UPND) administration has announced that it is planning to recruit more than 40,000 additional health workers during its second term in office. The administration should it retain power this August, says it would want to build on what it describes as significant gains in Zambia’s - [Shaloba reports losing K20000 after being attacked by Gary Nkombo ](https://zambianeye.com/shaloba-reports-losing-k20000-after-being-attacked-by-gary-nkombo/) - The Zambia Police Service in Mazabuka District received two reports of Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm (OABH) at Mazabuka Police Station on May 20, 2026, at 11:25 hours. The incidents are alleged to have occurred on the same day at around 09:25 hours at Mazabuka Civic Centre in Mazabuka Town. In the first report, Mr. - [Garry Nkombo arrested, released on bond](https://zambianeye.com/garry-nkombo-arrested/) - Former Local Government and Rural Development Minister Gary Nkombo, who is also an independent candidate, has been arrested and detained at Mazabuka Central Police Station. This was after he was summoned for a police interview. Police officers have since ushered the Mazabuka Central independent candidate into an interrogation room for interviews at Mazabuka Police Station. - [Sampa threatens resigning 'party officials,' gives them 24 hour ultimatum](https://zambianeye.com/sampa-threatens-resigning-party-officials-gives-them-24-hour-ultimatum/) - Patriotic Front (PF) faction leader Miles Sampa has refuted claims that party members are resigning from senior positions. Sampa says those claiming to be resigning from senior party positions risk being sued for impersonation. "Seen social media posts of people purporting to be resigning from key PF central committee positions. We are giving them 24 - [Mkaika aspiring MP arrested over forged Grade 12 certificate](https://zambianeye.com/mkaika-aspiring-mp-arrested-over-forged-grade-12-certificate/) - POLICE in Eastern Province have arrested an opposition political candidate for presenting forged Grade 12 certificate results before the Electoral Commision's of Zambia for verification ahead of the August 13 polls. Raymond Mwale, 48, a Socialist Party member eyeing the Mkaika Parliamentary seat was on the run after the forgery was discovered. But like Arsenal's - [I was abducted by the woman, told to remove my clothes, threatened with blackmail- says John General in rape case](https://zambianeye.com/i-was-abducted-by-the-woman-told-to-remove-my-clothes-threatened-with-blackmail-says-john-general-in-rape-case/) - The Pentecostal Papa John Nundwe, known to his legion of followers as John General, has refuted allegations surrounding his visit to the woman he is accused of raping, saying his intentions were purely to retrieve personal property. He made these remarks in court on a case in which he is accused of raping a married - [Pressure mounts in Choma as Mweetwa goes personal against Independent Challenger Chakwana](https://zambianeye.com/pressure-mounts-in-choma-as-mweetwa-goes-personal-against-independent-challenger-chakwana/) - The battle for Choma Central Constituency is becoming increasingly heated ahead of the August 13, 2026 general elections, with immediate past Member of Parliament Cornelius Mweetwa taking direct aim at his main challenger, Independent candidate Baker Chakwana. Mweetwa, who has represented Choma Central for the past 15 years and served as Minister of Information and - [ECZ launches 2026 general election voter education campaign](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-launches-2026-general-election-voter-education-campaign/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has officially launched the 2026 General Election Publicity and Voter Education Campaign. The campaign is being launched by ECZ Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis SC at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre as part of the Commission’s efforts to enhance voter awareness. The campaign is expected to encourage active citizen participation ahead - [Kambwili pleads guilty ](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-pleads-guilty/) - Former Minister of Information Chishimba Kambwili has changed his earlier position and pleaded guilty in a case of failing to appear before immigration officers. Sentencing expected to be handed down on june 4. Kambwili was arrested in October 22, 2025, while in prison custody for failing to present himself to an immigration officer for exit - [Illegal miner dies in shaft collapse, as gvt warns it will not waste resources in rescue operations](https://zambianeye.com/illegal-miner-dies-in-shaft-collapse-as-learners-abandon-school-for-mining-activities/) - A 36-year-old man has lost his life following a mining disaster at the OB 13 KCM dumpsite in Chingola District after a tunnel collapsed while he was allegedly engaged in illegal mining activities. Copperbelt Province Police Commanding Officer, Mwala Yuyi said the victim, Kelvin Musebo of Kapisha Compound, was buried alive when a pile of - [As long as you stay in your lane, we have no problem- police warn political parties](https://zambianeye.com/as-long-as-you-stay-in-your-lane-we-have-no-problem-police-warn-political-parties/) - The Zambia Police Service has urged political parties to conduct themselves in line with the dictates of the law during campaigns. Speaking during a live interview on Capital FM 99.7, Zambia Police Service spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba has issued out clear guidelines on how they should carry out their - [You're committing Abuse of Authority by using State machinery as PS to do partisan politics: Open letter to Thabo Kawana](https://zambianeye.com/youre-committing-abuse-of-authority-by-using-state-machinery-as-ps-to-do-partisan-politics-open-letter-to-thabo-kawana/) - By Albert Kanyika My timely and brotherly advice and warning to Thabo Kawana PS Ministry of information. My brother you are carelessly committing Abuse of Authority Criminal Offenses by using State Machinery as a permanent Secretary to do partisan politics. You are the First permanent Secretary in the history of Zambia’s 3rd Republic to go - [Why Zambia Wants to Buy Back US$1.36 Billion of Its Debt](https://zambianeye.com/why-zambia-wants-to-buy-back-us1-36-billion-of-its-debt/) - Zambia is attempting something few countries emerging from a debt crisis are able to do so quickly: buy back part of its debt before it falls due. Last week, the Ministry of Finance and National Planning announced plans to repurchase more than US$1.36 billion worth of Eurobonds due in 2053, using a newly secured US$600 - [Political parties urged to release manifestos as HH mocks those without](https://zambianeye.com/political-parties-urged-to-release-manifestos-as-hh-mocks-those-without/) - The Advocates for National Development and Democracy (ANDD) has called on both ruling and opposition political parties to urgently publish their election manifestos, saying voters deserve clear and detailed policy proposals ahead of the polls. ANDD Executive Director Samuel Banda said political competition without published manifestos risks weakening democratic accountability, as citizens are left to - [Katele Kalumba questions detention of Xavier Chungu](https://zambianeye.com/katele-kalumba-questions-detention-of-xavier-chungu/) - ....DEMANDS DUE PROCESS Former Finance Minister and veteran politician Dr. Katele Kalumba has raised serious constitutional concerns over the treatment of former Zambia Security Intelligence Service (ZSIS) Director-General Xavier Franklin Chungu, warning that the matter goes beyond one individual and strikes at the heart of Zambia's democracy, constitutionalism and electoral integrity. In a detailed statement - [You are just a bad Human Being, Mr. Hichilema release Xavier Chungu: An open letter to the President](https://zambianeye.com/you-are-just-a-bad-human-being-mr-hichilema-release-xavier-chungu-an-open-letter-to-the-president/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa Hello Mr. Hichilema, May you and your police please release Xavier Chungu, the presidential candidate of the opposition Liberal Democrats Party. After suppressing the right to peaceful assembly over the last four years and ten months, it is critically important for your administration to let the opposition freely conduct their political campaigns - [Founding Member petitions ConCourt, seeks Hichilema's disqualification from 2026 elections](https://zambianeye.com/founding-member-petitions-concourt-seeks-hichilemas-disqualification-from-2026-elections/) - A founding member of the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND), Charles Longwe, has petitioned the Constitutional Court seeking the disqualification of President Hakainde Hichilema from contesting the August 13, 2026 general elections. According to a 24-page petition seen by Zambian Eye and filed today at the expiry of the seven-day constitutional period allowed - [Sampa withdraws from parliamentary race](https://zambianeye.com/pf-withdraws-from-parliamentary-election/) - Patriotic Front PF faction leader Miles Sampa says he has withdrawn from the forthcoming parliamentary election set for 13 August. Posting on his social media handle, the immediate past Matero Member of Parliament said he has withdrawn from the forthcoming Lima Constituency parliamentary election following consultations with key stakeholders. He said PF will hold its - [Chungu charged, detained for disclosing classified information](https://zambianeye.com/chungu-charged-detained-for-disclosing-classified-information/) - The Zambia Police Service has recorded a warn and caution statement from former intelligence chief director Xavier Chungu for disclosing certain information entrusted to him in confidence, contrary to the law. Chungu was picked up by police for questioning on Thursday. In a statement, Friday, Police Spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said Chungu remained detained as investigations - [SA Supreme Court reserves judgement in Lungu case, as gvt says grave is ready](https://zambianeye.com/sa-supreme-court-reserves-judgement-in-lungu-repatriation-case/) - The South African Supreme Court has reserved judgment to a later date as the legal battle over the late former president Edgar Lungu’s remains continues. During the session judges pressed the government of Zambia over its argument that a former President whose benefits were withdrawn still retained sufficient status for the State to determine his - [Nkombo was not fired, it's only he didn't apply to contest under UPND ticket- Mufulila](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-was-not-fired-its-only-he-didnt-apply-to-contest-under-upnd-ticket-mufulila/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) elections chairperson Likando Mufulali has urged members of the party who have gone independent to reverse their decision while there is still time. He says the party is more than ready and willing to work with them. Commenting on independent candidate for Mazabuka Central parliamentary seat, Gary Nkombo, - [Lungu returned to active politics out of bitterness- family lawyer](https://zambianeye.com/lungu-returned-to-active-politics-out-of-bitterness-family-lawyer/) - Thembeka Ngcukaitobi, the lawyer representing the late former president Edgar Lungu's family says he (Lungu) returned to active politics out of bitterness. He says there was bad blood between Lungu and the President Hakainde Hichilema government, which is why Lungu came out of retirement from active politics. The lawyer said Lungu told Dr. Shishuwa Shishuwa - [UPND has no financial stamina to bribe independent candidates out of August polls- deputy SG](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-has-no-financial-stamina-to-bribe-independent-candidates-out-of-august-polls-deputy-sg/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) has refuted claims that it is buying candidates out of the forthcoming general election set for August 13. The party was responding to allegations that those who have withdrawn from various elective contests ahead of the august general elections were bribed to do so. UPND Deputy Secretary General - [101 independent candidates risk being disqualified ](https://zambianeye.com/101-independent-candidates-risk-being-disqualified/) - Governance activist Isaac Mwanza and the consortium of civil society organizations for good governance and constitutionalism have petitioned the high court to disqualify 101 parliamentary candidates who filed nominations as independents for the august 13, 2026 general election. Named as respondents are former health minister and patriotic front presidential candidate Chitalu Chilufya, Mazabuka Central MP - [Ex spy boss charged under non-bailable State Security Act](https://zambianeye.com/ex-spy-boss-charged-under-non-bailable-state-security-act/) - Former Zambia Security Intelligence Service (ZSIS) Director-General Xavier Chungu and August 2026 elections Presidential candidate has reportedly been charged under the non-bailable provisions of the State Security Act (Chapter 111 of the Laws of Zambia). Authorities have not yet released full details surrounding the charges, but the development has attracted significant public and political attention - [Lungu repatriation case back in court](https://zambianeye.com/lungu-repatriation-case-back-in-court/) - The Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein, South Africa is this morning hearing an appeal over the remains of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu. The Lungu family is challenging a Pretoria High Court judgment handed down in August 2025, which ruled that Zambia is entitled to repatriate Lungu’s remains for a state funeral and burial. - [ACC nabs 3 Ministry of Fisheries officials over K8.8m corruption](https://zambianeye.com/acc-nabs-3-ministry-of-fisheries-officials-over-k8-8m-corruption/) - At least three Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock officials have been nabbed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for misappropriating of more than K8.8 million linked to the Sustainable Livestock Infrastructure Management Project (SLIMP). According to ACC, the arrests are part of ongoing probe into the alleged misuse of cash under the USD 10 million project. - [Mumba addresses reports that he felt sick after failing to land UPND presidential running mate slot](https://zambianeye.com/mumba-addresses-reports-that-he-felt-sick-after-failing-to-land-upnd-presidential-running-mate-slot/) - Former vice president Nevers Mumba has responded to reports that he felt sick after President Hakainde Hichilema announced Mutale Nalumango as his running mate for the forthcoming general elections. In a press statement, Mumba said his withdrawal from attending the rest of President Hichilema's nomination process had absolutely nothing to do with the announcement of - [Police conduct search at former spy boss Chungu's house](https://zambianeye.com/police-conduct-search-at-former-spy-boss-chungus-house/) - Presidential Candidate and former Zambian Intelligence Services boss Xavier Chungu's house being searched. The police are currently at Xavier Chungu’s home going through his office documents. They are clearly fishing for information, having probably found nothing wrong with his interviews. This comes after the police picked him up earlier this morning for questioning in - [ECZ bangs door on Tembo, Katotobwe](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-bangs-door-on-tembo-katotobwe/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) says the presidential nomination period has closed and cannot be reopened, as the electoral process has now moved into the campaign phase ahead of the August 2026 General Election. This follows clarification from the Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security that the Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) remains - [You may be more educated than us, but we don't care, Copperbelt police commanding officer tells politicians](https://zambianeye.com/you-may-be-more-educated-than-us-but-we-dont-care-copperbelt-police-commanding-officer-tells-politicians/) - Copperbelt Province police commanding officer, Mwala Yuyi has warned politicians not to cause trouble during the campaigning period. He warns politicians and political parties in the province that regardless of their social standing or qualifications they should not to dare cross paths with the law when conducting their campaigns. Speaking in Ndola yesterday, Yuyi highlighted - [Zambia records K3.5bn surplus, as inflation falls](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-records-k3-5bn-surplus-as-inflation-falls/) - Zambia recorded a trade surplus of K3.5 billion posted in April 2026 as cumulative trade drops 9.5 percent Year on year. Apparently, inflation dropped marginally to 6.6% in May from 6.8% recorded last month. The annual food inflation led the May disinflation dropping to 6.9% from 7.1%. Annual non food inflation increased marginally to 6.1% - [ACC petitioned to probe candidates withdrawing from August polls](https://zambianeye.com/acc-petitioned-to-probe-candidates-withdrawing-from-august-polls/) - The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has been implored to immediately investigate candidates withdrawing from the electoral race. The call follows a wave of sudden withdrawals by candidates who have expressed interest to participate in this year's general election. Former Ambassador to Ethiopia Amb. Emmanuel Mwamba has called said it is surprising that candidates paid exorbitant nominations - [Gvt expects closure on Lungu burial impasse as court hears case tomorrow](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-expects-closure-on-lungu-burial-impasse-as-court-hears-case-tomorrow/) - Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha says government hopes the court hearing in South Africa tomorrow will help fulfil former President Edgar Lungu’s wish to be buried in Zambia, as reflected in court records. The South African Supreme Court of Appeal set May 29, 2026 as the date for the court hearing involving the family of former - [Former spy boss arrested- reports](https://zambianeye.com/former-spy-boss-arrested-reports/) - News making rounds suggest that former Director General of Intelligence Xavier Chungu has been arrested by heavily armed police. The authorities are yet to confirm or give more information on the development. Meanwhile, Chungu, says there is no corruption that can be committed by an intelligence operative in the course of duty. Chungu made these - [Opinion polls should be transparent- IBA](https://zambianeye.com/opinion-polls-should-be-transparent-iba/) - Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Director General Webster Malido has dispelled claims on social media that the institution has banned opinion polls. Speaking when he appeared on the Diamond Breakfast on Wednesday, Malido said that the Authority has instead guided broadcasters to be transparent as they conduct the electoral surveys. He said that opinion polls remain - [Former diplomat accuses UPND of buying opposition party candidates out of August polls ](https://zambianeye.com/former-diplomat-accuses-upnd-of-buying-opposition-party-candidates-out-of-august-polls/) - The ruling party, the United Party for National Development (UPND) has been accused of paying opposition party candidates to withdraw from the general election set for 13 August. Former diplomat Emmanuel Mwamba says the ruling party is paying opposition party candidates to withdraw from the forthcoming general election so that UPND so that its candidates - [PeP not registered as church organization, says government  ](https://zambianeye.com/pep-not-registered-as-church-organization-says-government/) - Patriots for Economic Progress Party (PeP), led by Sean Tembo was at no point changed to a church or religious organisation as it is still a political party. Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Internal Security Permanent Secretary Dickson Matembo has clarified to the media this afternoon that the Registrar of societies can never - [Court orders Lusaka Mayoral candidate to pay K20000 for defamation](https://zambianeye.com/court-orders-lusaka-mayoral-candidate-to-pay-k20000-for-defamation/) - The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has ordered vlogger and Lusaka mayoral candidate Simon Mwewa Chitambala to pay K20,000 in damages within seven days or face contempt of court charges. This is for defaming Lusaka resident James Mwalimu by accusing him of selling land at Lusaka City Market and labelling him a thug. In a judgement dated - [US$30m set aside for revival of Ndola Lime](https://zambianeye.com/us30m-set-aside-for-revival-of-ndola-lime/) - A Joint venture between ZCCM-IH (45%) and Wonderful Group (55%), backed by $30 million of new investment from Wonderful Group, to restore industrial-scale lime and cement production in Ndola. Three-phase development starting with a 600 tonnes-per-day lime plant, followed by cement or second lime plant within 12 months, and further expansion thereafter. Restoration of a - [Security guards in soup over theft of medicines](https://zambianeye.com/security-guards-in-soup-over-theft-of-medicines/) - Police in Chama District have detained two security guards employed at Nthonko Rural Health Post for the theft of government medicines valued at K12,750. Eastern province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has identified the the suspects, identified as Chiulu Mwandila, 47, and Ringford Nyimbili, 29, both security guards at the rural health facility. The suspects - [Voting for Nkombo is betrayal to HH, he is ungrateful, says 'presidential photographer'](https://zambianeye.com/voting-for-nkombo-is-betrayal-to-hh-he-is-ungrateful-says-presidential-photographer/) - 'Presidential' photographer Chella Tukuta says voting for independent Mazabuka Central aspiring Member of Parliament Garry Nkombo is a backstab on President Hakainde Hichilema. Posting on his social media handle Chella Tukuta Studios, he said Nkombo is an ungrateful person. Tukuta said without the United Party for National Development, Nkombo would never have won the Mazabuka - [LIST: SA parliament announces 31 MPs to decide Ramaphosa’s fate on Phala Phala impeachment committee](https://zambianeye.com/list-sa-parliament-announces-31-mps-to-decide-ramaphosas-fate-on-phala-phala-impeachment-committee/) - The South African parliament has announced the MPs who will sit on the impeachment committee that will determine the fate of President Cyril Ramaphosa in the Phala Phala saga. The Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, announced the 31 names on Monday, 25 May 2026. Almost all political parties met the deadline, except the - [Why Me apologizes to HH as he is caged 2 years for hate speech](https://zambianeye.com/why-me-apologizes-caged-2-years-for-hate-speech/) - The Lusaka Magistrates Court has sentenced TikToker Francis Kapwepwe, popularly known as “Why Me,” to 2 years imprisonment with hard labour for hate speech. This is also for expressing hatred against President Hakainde Hichilema, Vice President Mutale Nalumango and residents of Southern Province. Before sentencing, Kapwepwe asked for forgiveness from President Hichilema, Nalumango, Chief Mukuni, - [ECZ unearths 10 fake grade 12 certificates during verification of nomination papers](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-unearths-10-fake-grade-12-certificates/) - The Examinations Council of Zambia (ECZ) has given out 10,731 confirmation letters to aspiring candidates after the just ended qualification verification exercise ahead of the 2026 general elections. ECZ Executive Director Michael Chilala says 10,020 scrutiny of qualifications were processed online, while 711 were conducted physically. He also disclosed that the council unearthed 10 completely - [We didn't 'block' airing of ex spy boss Chungu's interview- IBA ](https://zambianeye.com/we-didnt-block-airing-of-chungu-interview-iba/) - The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has called on media houses to guard against producing news that promote hate speech as nation gears up for the forthcoming general election set for 13 August 2026. In its media coverage guidelines ahead of the polls, IBA said it will be monitoring all media houses and ensure that they - [High Court orders FDD to hold fresh convention ](https://zambianeye.com/high-court-orders-fdd-to-hold-fresh-convention/) - The Lusaka High Court has ordered FDD to hold a fresh party convention saying current office bearers are null and void. The court has since barred the Secretary General, Nathan Mulonga, and others from continuing to conduct any party activities or implementing any party constitution amendments born from the recently held convection which endorsed Brian - [Nkombo dumped for 'voting against' Bill 7- Liswaniso ](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-dumped-for-voting-against-bill-7-liswaniso/) - United Party for National Development Youth Chairperson Gilbert Liswaniso says Gary Nkombo being sidelined is a clear lesson that no party member is special or bigger than the party. Liswaniso says Nkombo as then National Management Committee member defied the party position by voting against Bill 7. He discloses that President Hakainde Hichilema advised among - [Cyber Act driving Zambians out of their own country, says Makebi](https://zambianeye.com/cyber-act-driving-zambians-out-of-their-own-country-says-makebi/) - Makebi Zulu, NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile's running mate says most Zambians are living abroad because of the Cyber Crimes Act. And Makebi Zulu asserts that President Hakainde Hichilema has failed to fix the system he promised he would. Speaking when he featured on EMV on Sunday evening, Makebi questioned the motive to allegedly rush - [Double candidate nominations was deliberate- Mweetwa](https://zambianeye.com/double-candidate-nominations-was-deliberate-mweetwa/) - The ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) says the issuing of double nomination certificates to candidates witnessed during filing in process was deliberate move not a mistake. The party maintains that it should not be treated as a sign of confusion or internal squabbles within the party. UPND spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa has disclosed that - [Why Zambia may experience large-scale violence or a miliary coup after the August election](https://zambianeye.com/why-zambia-may-experience-large-scale-violence-or-a-miliary-coup-after-the-august-election/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa Before anyone starts calling for my arrest, please read this opinion piece first in its entirety. I know that the title of the article alone may easily trigger some people, who, without reading further or beyond it, may either jump to premature conclusions, which they will deploy in the service of the - [25 undocumented Ethiopians arrested at guest house in Matero](https://zambianeye.com/25-undocumented-ethiopians-arrested-at-guest-house-in-matero/) - The Department of Immigration has apprehended 25 undocumented Ethiopian nationals during an operation conducted at Given Guest House in Lusaka’s Matero Township. According to Department of Immigration Chief Public Relations Officer Namati Nshinka, the operation was carried out on May 23, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal immigration. Nshinka disclosed that officers - [Mundubile, Zulu barred from visiting jailed Nakacinda ](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-zulu-barred-from-visiting-jailed-nakacinda/) - Presidential aspirant, Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu have been blocked from visiting jailed PF senior official Raphael Nakacinda. After being denied entry into the Lusaka Correctional Facility to see their colleague, Mundubile took it to his social media handle, to register his displeasure. "We have been denied access to see Hon. Raphael - [Public funds thieves regroup to take back power- Mweetwa warns Southern Province residents](https://zambianeye.com/public-funds-thieves-regroup-to-take-back-power-mweetwa-warns-southern-province-residents/) - Those who stole Government money, the thieves have regrouped to take back power, former Minister of Information Cornelius Mweetwa tells the people of Southern province. As the political atmosphere is heating up in the country, Mweetwa has issued a blunt warning to the people of Southern Province, urging them to think twice about their voting - [Former Chavuma MP arrested for visiting nomination center armed with a gun ](https://zambianeye.com/former-chavuma-mp-arrested-for-visiting-nomination-center-armed-with-a-gun/) - The Zambia Police Service has arrested former Chavuma Member of Parliament Victor Lumayi for allegedly going armed in public at a nomination centre in North-Western Province. Zambia Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi says officers arrested Lumayi on May 24 around 17:30 hours in Chavuma District. In a statement to ZNBC News today, Chilabi said the suspect - [Liswaniso admits that Zambia under the chains of unemployment, poverty ](https://zambianeye.com/liswaniso-admits-that-zambia-under-the-chains-of-unemployment-poverty/) - At the time the new dawn administration is claiming remarkable economic progress, United Party for National Development (UPND) National Youth Chairperson Gilbert Liswaniso admits that the country is struggling economically. In a message, marking Africa Freedom Day, Liswaniso said while the country's forefathers fought to remove shackles of colonial bondage, Zambians are currently suffering from - [Zambia not playing ground for foreign interests, says KBF in Africa Freedom Day message ](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-not-playing-ground-for-foreign-interest-says-kbf-in-africa-freedom-day-message/) - Zambia Must Prosper (ZMP) leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube -KBF- says as the country joins continent mark Africa Freedom Day, serving foreign interest should be a no. Apparently, as country gears up for polls, KBF says his campaign war cry is not about empty promises, but about reclaiming national pride, protecting its sovereignty, fighting corruption, and - [Sean Tembo 'reports' President HH to Donald Trump](https://zambianeye.com/sean-tembo-reports-president-hh-to-donald-trump/) - US President Donald TrumpPatriots for Economic Progress PeP presidential running mate Sean Tembo has petitioned US President Donald Trump over what he calls unfair treatment by President Hakainde Hichilema's administration. Posting on his social media handle, Tembo said he would want the US President to engage his Zambian counterpart to restore PeP records. "This morning, - [Farm worker abducts boss' 7 year-old son over unpaid dues](https://zambianeye.com/133939-2/) - A seven-year-old boy who was abducted by a farm worker demanding unpaid wages has been safely reunited with his family following a cross-border operation between Zambian and Malawian police. Lenard Phiri, a juvenile of Chanyalumbwe area in Ackim Village, Chief Zumwanda, Lumezi District was snatched on the morning of 19th May, 2026 by Yohane Nkhoma, - [Independent candidate rally in Mtendere marred by violence](https://zambianeye.com/independent-candidate-rally-in-mtendere-marred-by-violence/) - At least three people were left nursing injuries after attending an aspiring independent candidate’s rally in Lusaka’s Mtendere East Compound yesterday after an unruly gang threw stones towards them. Violence erupted around 16:00 hours at a political rally conducted by aspiring Munali independent parliamentary candidate Patrick Samwimbila when violent cadres began throwing stones into the - [From Bromance to Blood-sport: 'President HH vs Gary'…in a political rat race](https://zambianeye.com/from-bromance-to-blood-sport-president-hh-vs-garyin-a-political-rat-race/) - By Amb. Anthony Mukwita It was once a bromance for the ages: President Hakainde Hichilema (HH) and his loyal lieutenant Gary Nkombo, aged 62, the indefatigable former Minister of Local Government. But the “loveless marriage” ended in public spectacle when President HH sacked Gary, a dismissal that shocked Mazabuka and beyond. The rupture played out - [Anderson Mazoka - 20 years on](https://zambianeye.com/anderson-mazoka-20-years-on/) - Today marks exactly 20 years since Anderson Kambela Mazoka answered God’s call. Your name and legacy remain deeply engraved in the hearts and memories of many Zambians because the political party you founded, the UPND, continues to shape the governance of our country and today stands as the party in government. You left the comfort - [Bweengwa Independent Candidate goes into hiding, fears for his life](https://zambianeye.com/bweengwa-independent-candidate-goes-into-hiding-fears-for-his-life/) - I don't even know how I'm going to campaign - Cliff Mwiinga An Independent parliamentary candidate in Bweengwa Constituency, Cliff Mwiinga, says he has gone into hiding and is now living in fear after allegedly being targeted by suspected UPND cadres following the filing in of nominations for the August 13, 2026 general elections. Speaking - [We are ready to face Mwiimbu in Monze East - Independent Candidate](https://zambianeye.com/we-are-ready-to-face-mwiimbu-in-monze-east-independent-candidate/) - MWIIMBU ACCUSED OF FEARING BALLOT TEST AS MONZE EAST RACE REMAINS CONTESTED An Independent candidate in Monze East Constituency has declared that there will be “no withdrawal” from the race, dismissing suggestions that former Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack “Mseveni” Mwiimbu would sail through to Parliament unopposed. This comes amid growing debate over - [“It’s Madness to Celebrate Victory Without Competition” – M’membe Blasts UPND Over Unopposed Seats](https://zambianeye.com/its-madness-to-celebrate-victory-without-competition-mmembe-blasts-upnd-over-unopposed-seats/) - Zambia People’s Pact presidential candidate Dr. Fred M’membe has strongly criticised the ruling UPND for celebrating parliamentary victories in constituencies where opposition candidates failed to file nominations following violent incidents and chaos that characterised the nomination process. The UPND is already celebrating winning at least five parliamentary seats unopposed before a single vote has been - [No competition for "Mseveni" as Victor Cheelo withdraws nomination](https://zambianeye.com/no-competition-for-mseveni-as-victor-cheelo-withdraws-nomination/) - ...Independent Candidate Backs Mwiimbu After Dramatic U-Turn The Monze East parliamentary race appears all but settled after Independent aspirant Victor Cheelo withdrew his candidature and threw his support behind veteran politician Jack Mwiimbu and President Hakainde Hichilema. The dramatic development comes barely a day after Cheelo shocked many by filing in as an Independent candidate - [We have to continue, we can't handover to a group of failures- Hichilema's running mate Nalumango](https://zambianeye.com/we-have-to-continue-we-cant-handover-to-a-group-of-failures-hichilemas-running-mate-nalumango/) - President Hakainde Hichilema's running mate vice president Mutale Nalumango says they should continue managing the affairs of the country as they can't hand over to a group of failures. She made these remarks after the two had officially taken the oath of allegiance and successfully presented their nomination papers at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre - [PF vanishes from ballot as Miles Sampa, Chitalu Chilufya file as Independents](https://zambianeye.com/pf-vanishes-from-ballot-as-miles-sampa-chitalu-chilufya-file-as-independents/) - ...Hichilema’s Vow Appears To Materialise The former ruling Patriotic Front (PF) appears headed for its most difficult political moment since losing power in 2021 after the once dominant party failed to field candidates under its official banner as nominations opened for the August 13, 2026 general elections. In a dramatic political development, immediate past Matero - [President Hichilema at MICC to file nomination papers](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-at-micc-to-file-nomination-papers/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) leader President Hakainde Hichilema has arrived at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre where he is expected to file his nomination papers. He arrived in the company of his running mate Mutale Nalumango and they were received by the UPND Alliance Council of Presidents. Apparently, more than 12 presidential - [We failed to file nomination papers, our party is registered as a church- laments Sean Tembo ](https://zambianeye.com/we-failed-to-file-nomination-papers-our-party-is-registered-as-a-church-laments-sean-tembo/) - Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) presidential running mate Sean Tembo says his party failed to file nomination papers after it emerged that it was registered as a church organization. In a press statement, Tembo said somebody made unauthorized changes to the party's documents at the Registrar of Societies categorising it as a church organization. PATRIOTS - [CONFUSION: As Mwewa bounces back into Lusaka Mayoral race ](https://zambianeye.com/confusion-as-mwewa-bounces-back-into-lusaka-mayoral-race/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) says Ketty Nanyangwe is the adopted candidate for Lusaka Mayor, however Chitambala Mwewa is reported to have gone ahead to present his nomination. Last evening Mwewa announced that he had opted out of the race for the sake of peace after cadres blocked him from filing in his - [Enock Tonga joins Tonse- PF Pamodzi Alliance](https://zambianeye.com/133885-2/) - President of the Third Liberation Movement Enock Roosevelt Tonga has joined the TONSE-PF Pamodzi Alliance. Following months of endless political pressure from supporters, the Tonse Alliance led by Brian Mundubile and the PF/Pamodzi Alliance fronted by Makebi Zulu have finally decided to join hands ahead of the August 13 general elections. The two camps officially - [Hichilema to unveil running mate this afternoon ](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-to-unveil-running-mate-this-afternoon/) - President Hakainde Hichilema is today expected to unveil his his running mate ahead of the August 13 general elections. The 'announcement' expected to be made at 13:00 hours today, the same time he is billed to file his nomination. The Head of State, who is the UPND Alliance presidential candidate, is scheduled to file his - [Zim VP Chiwenga warns that dragging country in wrong direction could result in bloodshed as CAB3 war rages on ](https://zambianeye.com/zim-vp-chiwenga-warns-that-dragging-country-in-wrong-direction-could-result-in-bloodshed-as-cab3-war-rages-on/) - By Hopewell Chin'ono Zimbabwe’s Vice President, General Constantino Chiwenga, who is embroiled in an increasingly bitter power struggle with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has issued an ominous warning that dragging the country in the wrong direction could result in bloodshed. The remarks come amid deepening tensions within ZANUPF over Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB 3), - [President Hichilema to file nomination papers as he surrenders fate in Zambians' hands](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-to-file-nomination-papers-as-he-surrenders-fate-in-zambians-hands/) - President Hakainde Hichilema who is on record saying it is up to Zambians to re-hire or dismiss him, is expected to file his presidential nomination papers this afternoon at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka as he formally enters the race for Zambia’s August 13, 2026 General Election. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) - [Govt moves in to solve beds shortages at UNZA](https://zambianeye.com/govt-moves-in-to-solve-beds-shortages-at-unza/) - The government has assured the University of Zambia that 10,640 new bed spaces will be added to the University, inorder to address accommodation challenges. Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary for Educational Services, Dr Kelvin Mambwe, also said that government will deliver an additional 6,480 bed spaces through a Public-Private Partnership arrangement within 24 months. Speaking - [Is Buying a Japanese Sports Car from SAT Japan Worth It?](https://zambianeye.com/is-buying-a-japanese-sports-car-from-sat-japan-worth-it/) - An Honest Review Thinking about importing a Japanese sports car to Zambia? Read this honest SAT Japan review before you buy from Japan. The dream usually starts the same way. One late-night search. A clean Nissan Skyline. Maybe a Subaru WRX STI. Maybe it is a Toyota Supra sitting in a Japanese auction yard, showing - [For the sake of peace" - Chitambala Mwewa pulls out of Mayoral race](https://zambianeye.com/for-the-sake-of-peace-chitambala-mwewa-pulls-out-of-mayoral-race/) - ...UPND Cadres Block Him From Filing Nomination Papers Lusaka mayoral aspirant Chitambala Mwewa has dramatically pulled out of the 2026 Lusaka Mayoral race saying he has chosen peace over political confrontation after violent scenes erupted at the Lusaka Civic Centre where UPND cadres blocked him from filing in his nomination papers. The dramatic development has - [Victor Cheelo's Independent bid stuns Mwiimbu](https://zambianeye.com/victor-cheelos-independent-bid-stuns-mwiimbu/) - ...After Publicly Pledging Support And Saying “We Shall Be Back In 2031” Longest serving Member of Parliament Jack Mwiimbu says he has been left shocked by Victor Cheelo’s dramatic decision to file in as an Independent candidate for Monze East after publicly congratulating and pledging support to him following the UPND adoption process. The unexpected - [UPND scoops first council seat 'for 13 August polls'](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-scoops-first-council-seat-for-13-august-polls/) - The United Party for National Development UPND candidate Nosiku Saboi has just won the Salunda Ward elections in Liuwa Constituency, Kalabo. This comes before even a single vote in the 2026 general election is cast. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) announced Saboi as the legally elected councillor for Salunda Ward in the Western Province - [Mwewa withdraws from mayoral race after receiving threats](https://zambianeye.com/mwewa-withdraws-from-mayoral-race-after-receiving-threats/) - Simon Chitambala Mwewa has withdrawn from the race for Lusaka Mayor in this year’s general election, following former Deputy Mayor Ketty Nanyangwe’s presentation of an adoption certificate. This indicated that the UPND issued two certificates of adoption for the same position. Nanyangwe’s supporters had earlier cautioned the well-known vlogger against contesting the seat. In response, - [Bulldozer endorses Mundubile, Zulu ](https://zambianeye.com/bulldozer-endorses-mundubile-zulu/) - Bowman Lusambo popularly known as the Bulldozer has endorsed Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu for the forthcoming presidential election. Lusambo started by congratulating Mundubile and Zulu for putting aside their differences and embracing unity, saying this came at a time when the country is in desperate need of strong, courageous and visionary - [ECZ suspends Lusaka mayoral nominations, as UPND adopts 2 aspirants ](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-suspends-lusaka-mayoral-nominations/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has suspended the Lusaka mayoral nominations today, saying the process will resume tomorrow. The reason(s) as to why the process has been suspended were yet to be established at the time of publishing. This is a developing story and more information to be given once made available. Apparently, confusion - [Marriage of convenience as Mundubile, Zulu, HH 'come face to face' at Cathedral of the Child Jesus](https://zambianeye.com/marriage-of-convenience-as-mundubile-zulu-hh-come-face-to-face-at-cathedral-of-the-child-jesus/) - Image: Grindstone TV President Hakainde Hichilema has joined hundreds of mourners who have gathered at the Cathedral of the Child Jesus, Pope Square for the requiem mass of the Late Archbishop Emeritus of the Archdiocese of Lusaka, His Grace, Most Rev. Telesphore George Mpundu who died recently. The event has witnessed the coming together of - [Mission accomplished - Nkombo salutes wife, turns to God after violent attack](https://zambianeye.com/mission-accomplished-nkombo-salutes-wife-turns-to-god-after-violent-attack/) - ...Shares Emotional Moment With Wife After Filing Nomination Veteran politician and former Mazabuka Central Member of Parliament Garry Nkombo has shared an emotional and symbolic moment with his wife after surviving Wednesday’s violent attack during the filing of his nomination papers. Nkombo, who has been trending across the country after he was attacked by suspected - [KBF arrives at Mulungushi International Conference Center to file his nomination papers ](https://zambianeye.com/kbf-arrives-at-mulungushi-international-conference-center-to-file-his-nomination-papers/) - Zambia Must Prosper president Kelvin Bwalya popularly known as KBF, and his running mate Milner Katolo have arrived at the Mulungushi International Conference Center were they are expected to file in their nomination papers. KBF was supposed to file in his papers on Monday 18 May 2026, however he requested the Electoral Commission of Zambia - [MISSION ACCOMPLISHED: Gary Nkombo salutes wife, as police arrest 20 over his attack](https://zambianeye.com/mission-accomplished-gary-nkombo-salutes-wife-as-police-arrest-20-over-his-attack/) - Former Mazabuka Central legislator Garry Nkombo who is trending after he was violently attacked by a group of thugs led by State House official Belden Haloba as he went to file nominations writes: "Mission accomplished Madam (sir) I hope you travelled well back home. "It’s now time to drop it at Almighty God’s feet for - [Nkombo Attacker identified as State House-based UPND Official](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-attacker-identified-as-state-house-based-upnd-official/) - ...Questions Raised After Hichilema Condemns Violence It has now emerged that Belden Haloba, the man alleged to have led a group that violently attacked former Mazabuka Central Member of Parliament Gary Nkombo on Wednesday, is a UPND official reportedly attached to State House. Haloba is said to be part of the UPND party security team - ["I have been dumped at the dumpsite," Gary Nkombo breaks silence](https://zambianeye.com/i-have-been-dumped-at-the-dumpsite-gary-nkombo-breaks-silence/) - …Mazabuka residents push veteran politician to stand as Independent Veteran politician and immediate past Mazabuka Central Member of Parliament Gary Nkombo has emotionally broken his silence after months of political isolation, saying he feels like he has been “dumped at the dumpsite.” Nkombo was speaking Tuesday evening when scores of Mazabuka residents thronged his residence - [But your police officers were present when Nkombo was attacked, Sir' President Hichilema roasted on social media](https://zambianeye.com/but-your-police-officers-were-present-when-nkombo-was-attacked-sir-president-hichilema-roasted-on-social-media/) - Some Zambian citizens on social media have lambasted President Hakainde Hichilema after former Mazabuka Central legislator Garry Nkombo was attacked during his nomination papers filing process. Following the incident, Hichilema castigated the act, warned the perpetrators and directed the law enforcement agencies to act swiftly and make sure that those involved are brought to book. - [Nkombo treated in hospital after UPND Cadres' violent attack](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-treated-in-hospital-after-upnd-cadres-violent-attack/) - ...Veteran Politician Sustains Bruises During Chaotic Filing In Veteran politician and former Mazabuka Central Member of Parliament Gary Nkombo was Wednesday administered at a hospital in Mazabuka after he was violently attacked by suspected UPND cadres during the filing in of his nomination papers as an Independent candidate. The dramatic incident occurred just hours after - [I've been accused of many things, discriminated against- says Nkombo ](https://zambianeye.com/ive-been-accused-of-many-things-discriminated-against-says-nkombo/) - Former Local Government Minister and Mazabuka lawmaker Gary Nkombo has lamented being sidelined saying he was dumped a long time ago. Speaking at a public gathering in Mazabuka last evening, Nkombo said he had been accused of wrongdoings he doesn't even know. “I never thought a day like this would ever come… my colleagues put - [President Hichilema orders police to swiftly act on Garry Nkombo attackers](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-orders-police-to-swiftly-act-on-garry-nkombo-attackers/) - President Hakainde Hichilema says he is disturbed by the manhandling of former Mazabuka Central legislator Garry Nkombo. Posting on his social media handle, Hichilema said the scenes circulating on social and other media of individuals attempting to prevent the lawful filing of nominations are unacceptable, undemocratic, and a direct violation of the rule of law. - [Chitalu Chilufya withdraws from presidential race ](https://zambianeye.com/chitalu-chilufya-withdraws-from-presidential-race/) - Former Minister of Health Dr Chitalu Chilufya who was excepted to complete the process of filing his nomination papers this morning has withdrawn from the presidential race. He says the decision to withdraw follows the formal notification delivered today to the Chief Electoral Officer of the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), which effectively nullifies the - [Garry Nkombo's shirt torn as UPND cadres try to block him from filing his nomination papers ](https://zambianeye.com/garry-nkombos-shirt-torn-as-upnd-cadres-try-to-block-him-from-filing-his-nomination-papers/) - Former Mazabuka Central legislator Garry Nkombo has been attacked by United Party for National Development (UPND) tearing his shirt as they try to block him from filing his nomination papers. Nkombo was scheduled to file his nomination papers at the Civic Centre this morning at 09:00 hours as an Independent candidate for the Mazabuka Central - [Mundubile, Makebi Zulu commit campaign window to Lungu](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-zulu-to-use-lungus-unburied-body-as-their-manifesto/) - Opposition leader Brian Mundubile says his campaign war cry is going to be entirely hinged on the former Republican President Edgar Lungu’s unburied body. Mundubile made this announcement soon after he and his running mate Makebi Zulu successfully presented their nomination papers as candidates for the much anticipated polls set for August 13 elections. He - [Nkombo goes independent, after being left in the cold](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-ignores-president-hichilemas-carrot-stick-goes-independent/) - Former Mazabuka Central Member of Parliament Gary Nkombo will be filing his nomination papers at the Civic Centre today 20th May 2026 at 09:00 hours as an Independent candidate for the Mazabuka Central parliamentary seat. His supporters and well-wishers have contributed K25,000 towards his nomination process. Therefore, all his supporters and well-wishers have since been - [ECZ extends nominations period for MPs, Mayors, Councilors](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-extends-nominations-period-for-mps-mayors-councilors/) - ...Special Window Opened for Lost Voter’s Cards The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has extended the nomination period for aspiring Members of Parliament and Mayoral or Council Chairperson candidates ahead of the August 13, 2026 General Elections. In a statement issued this evening, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, ECZ announced that the nominations for National Assembly - [Mundubile, Makebi Zulu validated for presidential race](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-makebi-zulu-validated-for-presidential-race/) - …ECZ clears opposition alliance amid disqualification fears Amid a tense political atmosphere and widespread speculation that they could be blocked from participating in the August 2026 general elections, Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu have successfully been validated by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) as presidential candidate and running mate respectively. The ECZ Chairperson Mwangala - [Chitalu Chilufya arrives to file nominations, as Mundubile unveils Makebi Zulu as running mate](https://zambianeye.com/chitalu-chilufya-arrives-to-file-nominations-as-mundubile-unveils-makebi-zulu-as-running-mate/) - Former Minister of Health Dr Chitalu Chilufya has arrived at the Mulungushi Conference Center to file his nomination papers. Chilufya is filing under the Patriotic Front (PF) banner, despite party leader Miles Sampa declaring that the party has pulled out of the presidential race. The Sampa-led faction of the PF announced that it will not - [UPND Northern, Southern Provinces official list of adopted candidates](https://zambianeye.com/133753-2/) - The ruling party, United Party for National Development (UPND) has released a list of candidates adopted in the Southern and Northern Provinces. The adoption process has has witnessed the return of old and emergence of new faces. Northern Province 1. Kasama Central: Joseph Mubanga 2. Lukashya Constituency: Evol Katongo 3. Kasama North: Sibongile Mwamba 4. - [Enjoy Easy Gameplay and Fast Excitement with Color Game Online on GameZone](https://zambianeye.com/enjoy-easy-gameplay-and-fast-excitement-with-color-game-online-on-gamezone/) - Enjoy fast and colorful fun with Color Game Online on GameZone, featuring easy gameplay, exciting action, and nonstop entertainment anytime, anywhere. Not every gamer wants complicated controls, long tutorials, or stressful gameplay that takes hours to understand. Sometimes all people want is a quick, exciting game they can enjoy right away in their free time. - [Mundubile presents his 1,000 supporters ahead of filing presidential nominations](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-presents-his-1000-supporters-ahead-of-filing-presidential-nominations/) - Presidential aspirant Brian Mundubile presented his 1,000 supporters drawn from all the ten (10) provinces before the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) at the Showgrounds in Lusaka. Speaking during the process, Mundubile said he: "Today, I’m presenting my 1,000 supporters drawn from all the ten (10) provinces of Zambia before the Electoral Commission of Zambia - [Harry Kalaba presents nomination papers before ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/harry-kalaba-presents-nomination-papers-before-ecz/) - Citizens First (CF) leader Harry Kalaba is at the Mulungushi Conference Center to present his presidential nominations before Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) commissioners. Kalaba arrived at the MICC at the scheduled time in the company of his running mate Moses Mawere. The CF leader recently got a boost yesterday after a political heavyweight and - [Chanda retires from active politics after ECZ nomination setback](https://zambianeye.com/chanda-retires-from-active-politics-after-ecz-nomination-setback/) - UPPZ President Charles Chanda has shown remorse and apologized to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) for his behavior after being disqualified from contesting in the August 13 General Elections presidential race. Chanda says he behaved emotionally on being declared bankrupt not taking into account that he had paid the K100,000 nomination fee to participate - [Chitalu Chilufya's faces possible disqualification as he presents nomination papers today ](https://zambianeye.com/chitalu-chilufyas-faces-possible-disqualification-as-he-presents-nomination-papers-today/) - Presidential aspirant Chitalu Chilufya's bid to contest for the top job in the land has suffered a major setback after his sponsoring party chickened out of the race. Chilufya already paid K100 000 to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) as required by the law and expected to present his papers at 15:00 hours, however, - [Miles Sampa's PF pulls out of presidential race](https://zambianeye.com/miles-sampas-pf-pulls-out-of-presidential-race/) - …says party will only field parliamentary and council candidates Miles Sampa has announced that the Patriotic Front (PF) faction he leads will not field a presidential candidate in the August 13, 2026 general elections. Speaking during a press briefing this evening, Sampa said the decision was reached after wide consultations within the party and careful - [Jack "Mseveni" Mwiimbu secures UPND adoption for Monze East](https://zambianeye.com/jack-mseveni-mwiimbu-secures-upnd-adoption-for-monze-east/) - …veteran lawmaker survives despite losing constituency primaries Long-serving parliamentarian and former Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu has secured adoption as UPND candidate for the newly created Monze East Constituency despite reportedly losing the party’s primary ranking elections. Mwiimbu, now nicknamed “Mseveni” by political commentators because of his lengthy stay in Parliament, managed to obtain the - [ECZ rejects UPPZ president Charles Chanda's presidential nominations](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-rejects-uppz-president-charles-chandas-presidential-nominations/) - …cites bankruptcy status, defective adoption papers Charles Chanda, president of the United Prosperous and Peaceful Zambia (UPPZ), has become the first aspiring presidential candidate to be rejected from participating in the August 13, 2026 general elections. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) reportedly rejected Chanda’s nomination on grounds that he is allegedly bankrupt and that - [Kambwili endorses Citizens First leader Harry Kalaba, as ECZ rejects Charles Chanda's nomination papers](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-endorses-citizens-first-leader-harry-kalaba-for-2026-presidential-election/) - Former minister of information Chishimba Kambwili has endorsed Citizens First leader Harry Kalaba for the 2026 General Election. Declaring his support for Kalaba, Kambwili said the decision came after analysing all political parties. "After analysing all political parties, I will support and back the candidature of Harry Kalaba in the 2026 general elections," he said. - [Kambwili endorses Harry Kalaba for President](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-endorses-harry-kalaba-for-president/) - …says opposition candidates may be blocked from ballot Veteran politician Chishimba Kambwili has endorsed Harry Kalaba as his preferred presidential candidate for the August 13, 2026 general elections. Speaking during an address this afternoon, Kambwili said the current political environment had become difficult for opposition presidential hopefuls, alleging that some candidates may not be - [UPND cadres led by Joe Boma came brandishing a gun, knives and pangas towards us - Miles Sampa](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-cadres-led-by-joe-boma-came-brandishing-a-gun-knives-and-pangas-towards-us-miles-sampa/) - Immediate past Matero Member of Parliament Miles Sampa has alleged that he was attacked by suspected UPND cadres during a farewell and consultation roadshow in George Compound. Sampa, who has been consulting residents on his political future following constituency delimitation ahead of the August 13, 2026 general elections, said the situation turned violent after a - [KBF responds to reports that he failed to file nomination papers](https://zambianeye.com/kbf-responds-to-reports-that-he-failed-to-file-nomination-papers/) - Zambia Must Prosper president Kelvin Bwalya Fube has responded to reports that he failed to file his nomination papers this morning. In a press statement, his party's media team said the request for him to file in his nomination on Thursday, 21st May 2026, was formally made to the Electoral Commission of Zambia on 29th - [Former Foreign Affairs minister Mulambo Haimbe withdraws from parliamentary race](https://zambianeye.com/former-foreign-affairs-minister-mulambo-haimbe-withdraws-from-parliamentary-race/) - Former Foreign Affairs Minister and Lusaka Central Constituency Member of Parliament Mulambo Haimbe withdrawn from the race. He thanks President Hakainde Hichilema, for what he calls the trust placed in him to serve the people of Lusaka Central. In his message to the residents of Lusaka Central he says: "thank you for your trust and - [KBF fails to file nomination papers](https://zambianeye.com/kbf-fails-to-file-nomination-papers/) - Zambia Must Prosper Party leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube, who was expected to file his presidential nomination papers today, has failed to do so scheduled. He has asked the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to reschedule his nomination day to Thursday. Fube popularly known as KBF was supposed to present his presidential nomination papers before the - [BoZ bans use of cheques ](https://zambianeye.com/boz-bans-use-of-cheques/) - The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has announced that the use of cheques in Zambia will officially end in June 2026, with June 24 set as the final day for cheque deposits. BoZ Governor, Dr. Denny Kalyalya, says the move forms part of ongoing efforts to modernise the country’s payment systems and improve access to safer, - [OPINION: UPND building a monster to come and eat them ](https://zambianeye.com/opinion-upnd-building-a-monster-to-come-and-eat-them/) - By Akakulubelwa Mulonda All the UPND parliamentary primary elections results are loud and clear showing that those who have been in office as MPs in the upnd government from 2021 have been rejected by their own people. Disregard for now the Presidential UPND primaries where Mr Hikainde went an opposed. I am not a political - [Sampa claims attack by UPND cadres, as Hichilema disowns 'wayward members'](https://zambianeye.com/sampa-claims-attack-by-upnd-cadres-as-hichilema-disowns-wayward-members/) - Patriotic Front (PF) faction leader Miles Sampa says his farewell speech at George Township was cut short after what he described as UPND cadres led by Joe Boma came brandishing a gun, knives & pangas towards them. He says it was residents who defended them with stones thrown at the attackers. "We were in George - [Lusaka Catholics hold mass, pleads with God to have mercy and forgive Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu's sins ](https://zambianeye.com/lusaka-catholics-hold-mass-pleads-with-god-to-have-mercy-and-forgive-archbishop-telesphore-mpundus-sins/) - Fr Andrew Simpasa is today expected to lead the Catholic faithfuls as they gather at the Cathedral of the Child Jesus for a requiem mass which in this case to be held for the repose of the soul of Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu who died recently. A requiem mass is a special prayer to ask God - [Battle for State House begins, as presidential candidates troop into the Mulungushi International Conference Centre to file nominations](https://zambianeye.com/battle-for-state-house-begins-as-presidential-candidates-troop-into-the-mulungushi-international-conference-centre-to-file-nominations/) - The country's 2026 presidential battle has officially entered an important stage today as the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) opens the filing of presidential nominations. This sets the ball rolling for what is set to be recorded in the country's history as one of the most populated ballots. Party leaders, alliance presidential candidates, as well - [Dates, Schedule for Filing In of Nominations for Aspiring Presidential Candidates](https://zambianeye.com/dates-schedule-for-filing-in-of-nominations-for-aspiring-presidential-candidates/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has released dates and schedule for the filing of presidential candidates nomination. ●REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE 1. A duly completed Nomination Form (Form GEN 2) a. Receipt as proof of payment of prescribed election fee (nomination fee) – To be PAID BY PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE ONLY - [Zambian Eye launches 2026 General Election media packages](https://zambianeye.com/zambian-eye-launches-2026-general-election-media-packages/) - Zambian Eye is pleased to officially announce the launch of its 2026 General Election Media Packages ahead of Zambia’s August 13, 2026 General Elections. The initiative is aimed at providing professional political campaign publicity, sponsored media coverage and digital advertising services to candidates, political parties and campaign teams across the country. The media packages are - [UPND official grabbing my land on Kafue River - Miles Sampa](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-official-grabbing-my-land-on-kafue-river-miles-sampa/) - Former Patriotic Front faction leader Miles Sampa has accused a UPND official in Kafue of allegedly grabbing his family’s traditional land situated along the Kafue River. In a strongly worded statement, Sampa claimed that he and his wife spent more than K400,000 over the last five years acquiring and developing the land which they intended - [HH very fortunate, death keeps taking away his prominent critics - Sishuwa](https://zambianeye.com/hh-very-fortunate-death-keeps-taking-away-his-prominent-critics-sishuwa/) - Hello Mr. Hichilema! You must be pleased to have another prominent critic of your poor leadership gone. You are very fortunate sir: death keeps taking away your most prominent critics - Edith Nawakwi, Edgar Lungu and now the retired Archbishop of Lusaka Telesphore Mpundu. I pray that you will not be demanding to officiate the - [UPND Councilor resigns over controversial laws](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-councilor-resigns-over-controversial-laws/) - Immediate past Kamwala Ward 5 Councillor Mainda Simataa has resigned from the United Party for National Development with immediate effect, citing what he described as undemocratic laws being enacted by the government. In a resignation letter dated May 11, 2026 and addressed to UPND Secretary General Batuke Imenda, Simataa said he could no longer continue - [Siakalima opts out of Chirundu race amid growing UPND adoption turbulence](https://zambianeye.com/siakalima-opts-out-of-chirundu-race-amid-growing-upnd-adoption-turbulence/) - Former Education Minister Douglas Siakalima has opted out of the UPND adoption process for Chirundu Constituency ahead of the August 13, 2026 general elections, in a move seen as a sign of growing tension and uncertainty surrounding the ruling party’s adoption process. Mr. Siakalima announced during a media briefing this morning that he will - [Mundubile switches party, faces fresh ECZ preprocessing hurdle](https://zambianeye.com/mundubile-switches-party-faces-fresh-ecz-preprocessing-hurdle/) - Former Leader of the Opposition in Parliament Brian Mundubile has switched from contesting the August 13, 2026 presidential election under the Forum for Democracy and Development to the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity, a move that now forces him to undergo a fresh preprocessing exercise with the Electoral Commission of Zambia. The development - [Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu dies](https://zambianeye.com/archbishop-telesphore-mpundu-dies/) - Zambia’s former Archbishop of Lusaka, Telesphore George Mpundu, has died at the age of 84, bringing to an end a long and influential chapter in the country’s religious, moral and public life. Archbishop Mpundu, who served as head of the Catholic Church in Lusaka from 1996 until his retirement in 2018, was widely regarded as - [Campaigns to start next Saturday - says ECZ](https://zambianeye.com/campaigns-to-start-next-saturday-says-ecz/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has announced that campaigns for the forthcoming 2026 General Election will start next Saturday, 23 May 2026, and go on until Wednesday, 12 August 2026. ECZ chief electoral officer Brown Kasaro says the campaign period will be officially open after the conclusion of nomination activities for various elective positions - [Qualifications for Presidential, MPs, and Council nominations](https://zambianeye.com/qualifications-for-presidential-mps-and-council-nominations/) - The Electoral Process Act No. 35 of 2016 Section 80 states that the Commission shall provide Voter Education for an election. The Commission is mandated to provide Voter Education and information that will enable citizens to participate meaningfully in the Electoral Process. Meanwhile, there are guidelines that should be observed for the nomination process Presidential - [ECZ changes nomination dates, says political parties that merge after pre-processing of supporters, will be required to bring fresh 1,000 supporters](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-changes-nomination-dates/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has reviewed the nomination dates for member of parliament and local government candidates as the nation gears up for the 2026 General Elections. ECZ Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis says the changes have been necessitated by the need to give political parties more time to put their acts in order. Zaloumis - [Zambia 2026 General Important dates](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-2026-general-important-dates/) - The country will be holding one of the much-anticipated general elections on 13 August 2026 to elect a president, members of the national assembly, councillors, council chairs and stakes are high, with a number of candidates showing interest to contest various positions. At the top level, over 40 candidates have applied to contest, with President - [Mongu Municipal Council confiscates 60 litres of kachasu](https://zambianeye.com/mongu-municipal-council-confiscates-60-litres-of-kachasu/) - Mongu Municipal Counci (MMC) has seized 60 litres of locally brewed illicit alcohol commonly known as kachasu from traders at Mongu Central Market. The seizure followed a joint operation conducted yesterday by Public Health Inspectors and Council Police Officers aimed at enforcing public health standards. The operation was conducted in line with the provisions of - [I haven't finished the job yet, says President HH as 'his term of office ends'](https://zambianeye.com/i-havent-finished-the-job-yet-says-president-hh-as-his-term-of-office-ends/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has insisted that he still has more work to do as the term of his administration comes to an end. As he dissolves his cabinet, Hichilema urges Zambians not to abandon a crop just as it begins to bear fruit. Hichilema says the true joy of leadership is the opportunity to work - [𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬-𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐦𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ](https://zambianeye.com/𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞-𝐍𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐝-𝐢𝐧-𝐂𝐫𝐨/) - The Drug Enforcement Commission in Southern Province has jointly charged and arrested three individuals in connection with an organized transnational drug trafficking scheme involving 150 kilogrammes of high-grade cannabis at the Kazungula Border Post following a successful intelligence-led operation. The illicit consignment, which was packed in 10 bales containing 141 prepacked parcels of high-grade cannabis, - [Man dies hanging on window, with beer bottle in hand](https://zambianeye.com/man-dies-hanging-on-window-with-beer-bottle-in-hand/) - A man of Ezekiel Village in Nyimba District who is believed to be around 65 years old has has been found dead with a beer bottle in hand. Masauso Lungu, a loyal patron of local brewing companies, is said to have spent most of his final day continuously refreshing his alcohol levels from around 07:00 - [Pre-processing of aspiring presidential candidates supporters ends](https://zambianeye.com/pre-processing-of-presidential-supporters-ends/) - The pre-processing of aspiring presidential supporters is ending today, with the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) describing the process as having gone well across the country. The law requires aspiring presidential candidates to present at least 100 supporters before ECZ for processing. Apparently, the process started on 11 May 2026. Meanwhile, Vice Chairperson of the - [Trump returns to China after 9 years as Xi hosts him with full State honours](https://zambianeye.com/trump-returns-to-china-after-9-years-as-xi-hosts-him-with-full-state-honours/) - https://youtu.be/JGwX0pTln7s Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday morning hosted Donald Trump with full state honours during a high-profile welcome ceremony held outside the Great Hall of the People in central Beijing. Trump’s arrival marks the first visit by a sitting United States President to China in almost nine years, reviving one of the world’s - [Masebo tumbles in Chongwe as UPND primary casualties grow](https://zambianeye.com/masebo-tumbles-in-chongwe-as-upnd-primary-casualties-grow/) - Another senior Cabinet Minister in President Hakainde Hichilema’s government has suffered a major setback in the ongoing UPND primary adoption elections after Lands Minister Sylvia Masebo was heavily defeated in Chongwe Constituency. Masebo, one of Zambia’s longest serving female politicians, was overwhelmingly beaten by political newcomer Anita Kamanga in results that have continued to expose - [South African Supreme Court sets May 29 for Lungu's repatriation appeal hearing](https://zambianeye.com/south-african-supreme-court-sets-may-29-for-lungus-repatriation-appeal-hearing/) - The South African Supreme Court of Appeal has set May 29, 2026 as the date for hearing the matter involving the family of late former President Edgar Lungu and the Zambian Government over the controversial Pretoria High Court judgement concerning the repatriation of his remains. The development marks another major twist in the prolonged legal - [Hichilema bids farewell to Cabinet ahead of Parliament dissolution](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-bids-farewell-to-cabinet-ahead-of-parliament-dissolution/) - President Hakainde Hichilema Thursday afternoon bid farewell to his Cabinet Ministers ahead of the dissolution of Parliament scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, marking the official transition into the campaign period for the August 13 general elections. The farewell meeting was held at State House where Hichilema addressed ministers serving in his administration as the - [Jack Mwiimbu bids farewell](https://zambianeye.com/jack-mwiimbu-bids-farewell/) - STATEMENT OF GRATITUDE I wish to convey my profound gratitude to the President of the Republic of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, for the confidence and trust he placed in me during my tenure as Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security. Serving in this important portfolio has been one of the greatest honours of my public - [No celebrations, NMC will guide - UPND](https://zambianeye.com/no-celebrations-nmc-will-guide-upnd/) - ...William Banda Wants Mulambo Haimbe Out The ruling UPND has warned party members against celebrating victories in the ongoing primary adoption rankings, insisting that the final decision on who will contest in the 2026 general elections rests with the National Management Committee (NMC). The development comes amid growing tension and internal fights within the ruling - [Don't treat primary elections results or rankings as automatic adoption- UPND warns aspirants](https://zambianeye.com/dont-treat-primary-elections-results-or-rankings-as-automatic-adoption-upnd-warns-aspirants/) - The United Party for National Development (UPND) Chairman of Elections and Campaigns Likando Mufalali has advised aspiring candidates and members of party that primary election results or candidate rankings do not automatically translate into adoption by the party. In a memo dated 13th May 2026, Mufalali stated that the party’s National Management Committee (NMC) had - [Major General (RTD) Vincent Mukanda sworn in as ECZ vice chairperson ](https://zambianeye.com/major-general-rtd-vincent-mukanda-sworn-in-as-ecz-vice-chairperson/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has sworn in Major General (Retired) Vincent Mukanda as the Vice Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) as country gears up for the forthcoming general election. Meanwhile, Zevyanji Sinkala has been sworn in as Commissioner. The Ministry of Information confirmed the development which took place this morning at State House: - [8 more among them football coach arrested in Chipangali referee murder](https://zambianeye.com/8-more-among-them-football-coach-arrested-in-chipangali-referee-murder/) - Eight more suspects have been detained by Police in Chipangali District of Eastern Province in connection with the murder of a football referee. The incident took place on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at a tournament organized by the area's Member of Parliament. Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has confirmed to Diamond News that - [Why Online Fashion Returns Are Out of Control](https://zambianeye.com/why-online-fashion-returns-are-out-of-control/) - Online fashion returns hit 30-40% in some categories. The math is brutal for retailers and shoppers. Here's what virtual try-on actually changes. The return rate problem in online fashion has been a slow-rolling disaster for fifteen years. Brick-and-mortar fashion sees roughly an 8 to 10 percent return rate. Online fashion sees 25 to 30 percent - [Hichilema like his MPs headed for humiliating defeat in 2026 - Greyford Monde](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-like-his-mps-headed-for-humiliating-defeat-in-2026-greyford-monde/) - Former Patriotic Front Minister Greyford Monde says the ruling UPND is headed for what he described as a humiliating defeat in the August 13, 2026 general elections, arguing that the ongoing primary adoption losses involving sitting Members of Parliament and Ministers are a clear rejection of President Hakainde Hichilema’s leadership. Speaking during a Citizens First - [Chitambala Mwewa fights back after losing UPND Mayoral primary elections](https://zambianeye.com/chitambala-mwewa-fights-back-after-losing-upnd-mayoral-primary-elections/) - Lusaka mayoral aspirant Chitambala Mwewa has refused to concede defeat in the UPND adoption process and is now banking his hopes on the party’s National Management Committee (NMC) overturning recommendations made by lower organs in Lusaka Province. Mwewa, who has been campaigning to contest for the Lusaka mayoral seat under the ruling UPND, has circulated - [Tourism growth places focus on jobs, trade and policy, expert says](https://zambianeye.com/tourism-growth-places-focus-on-jobs-trade-and-policy-expert-says/) - By Phenyo Mokgothu Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 is being held in KwaZulu-Natal from 11 to 14 May, drawing participation from more than 22 African countries. Attention is squarely on tourism’s role in driving jobs, trade and economic growth across South Africa and the continent. Prof. Elmarie Slabbert, research director of Tourism Research in Economics, Environs - [Gvt reviews its definition of public gathering as nation girds for polls](https://zambianeye.com/133528-2/) - Government has announced a proposed amendment to the Public Gatherings Bill to increase the requirement for public gatherings from 3 to 7 people. This has been announced by Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu during a press briefing this afternoon. The moves after the National Assembly of Zambia recently passed the Public Gathering Bill, which seeks - [BOZ lowers monetary policy rate to 13.25%](https://zambianeye.com/boz-lowers-monetary-policy-rate-to-13-25/) - The Bank of Zambia (BOZ)'s Monetary Policy Committee has lowered the Monetary Policy Rate by 25 basis points to 13.25 percent. In doing so, the committee cited diminishing inflation and a stable local currency (Kwacha) which has been performing well of late. However, the committee has raised alarm, saying the middle east conflict poses a - [Parliament adjourns ahead of dissolution](https://zambianeye.com/parliament-adjourns-ahead-of-dissolution/) - ...AS DEBATE GROWS OVER LEGACY OF 13TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY Zambia’s Parliament has adjourned sine die ahead of its formal dissolution for the August 11, 2026 General Elections, bringing to an end the final sitting of the 13th National Assembly amid sharp debate over its record, the speed of legislative business and accusations of constitutional irregularities. - [Makebi Zulu: From Kaunda Square stage 2 to the Road to State House](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-from-kaunda-square-stage-2-to-the-road-to-state-house/) - Makebi Zulu’s story is not one of privilege or inherited power. It is a story that many ordinary Zambians can relate to, a story of struggle, sacrifice, determination and hope. Born in 1981 to Pastor Alex Benson Zulu and Joyce Nguza Phiri, a hardworking marketeer, Makebi grew up in Kaunda Square Stage Two Compound in - [ECZ announces revised election accreditation guidelines](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-announces-revised-election-accreditation-guidelines/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has announced the revised election accreditation guidelines ahead of the 13 August polls. - [Zambia receives 77 vehicles from China to boost security ahead of 13 August polls ](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-receives-77-vehicles-from-china-to-boost-security-ahead-of-13-august-polls/) - Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security Jack Mwiimbu says the donation of 77 motor vehicles by the Government of the People’s Republic of China will strengthen security operations as Zambia heads towards the August 2026 general elections. Speaking during the official handover ceremony, Mwiimbu says the ministry has for a long time faced serious - [MAKEBI ZULU: From Kaunda square stage two to the road to State House](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-from-kaunda-square-stage-two-to-the-road-to-state-house/) - Makebi Zulu’s story is not one of privilege or inherited power. It is a story that many ordinary Zambians can relate to, a story of struggle, sacrifice, determination and hope. Born in 1981 to Pastor Alex Benson Zulu and Joyce Nguza Phiri, a hardworking marketeer, Makebi grew up in Kaunda Square Stage Two Compound in - [Enoch Tonga fails to present 100 presidential supporters before ECZ in time](https://zambianeye.com/enoch-tonga-fails-to-present-100-presidential-supporters-before-ecz-in-time/) - The 3rd Liberation Movement Party, led by Enoch Roosevelt Tonga and Peoples Party of Sebastian Kopulande has failed to present 100 presidential supporters before Electoral Commission of Zambia officials within the scheduled timeframe. The party was scheduled to present its supporters at 10:00 hours, however the supporters who were coming in small numbers could only - [If not happy with Public Gatherings Bill go to Court- Mwiimbu tells opposing MPs](https://zambianeye.com/if-not-happy-with-public-gatherings-bill-go-to-court-mwiimbu-tells-opposing-mps/) - Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu says the United Party for National Development (UPND) is the only administration that has been brave enough to repeal the Public Order Act. He says the Public Gatherings Bill does not favour anyone even the ruling party. Speaking during debate on the Bill, Monday, Mwiimbu challenged Members - [Parly approves additional funding for ECZ ](https://zambianeye.com/parly-approves-additional-funding-for-ecz/) - The Parliament of Zambia has okayed K1.139 billion in additional funding for the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), as part of the Supplementary Estimates of Expenditure Number One of 2026. The National Assembly also approved K14.8 million for the office of the Auditor General. The supplementary allocations come a day after Parliament approved a K26.3 - [1 killed, several others injured in Monze crash](https://zambianeye.com/1-killed-several-others-injured-in-monze-crash/) - One person has been killed, and several others injured, following a road traffic accident involving a Police Land Cruiser, a Benz light truck and a Mitsubishi Canter, near Cottage area along the Great North Road about 35 kilometres north of Monze Town. The incident took place at around 15:30 hours on 9th May, 2026, with - [7 taxpayers in trouble with ZRA over non-compliance](https://zambianeye.com/7-taxpayers-in-trouble-with-zra-over-non-compliance/) - Seven taxpayers are expected to be taken to court for failing to use the required Smart Invoice system, as the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) steps up efforts against non-compliance. ZRA Corporate Communications Manager Oliver Nzala says the move is part of ongoing efforts to make sure that all registered businesses fully adopt and use the - [ECZ begins scrutiny of presidential supporters](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-begins-scrutiny-of-presidential-supporters/) - The Zambia Electoral Commission (ZEC) has started the exercise of preprocessing 100 Presidential supporters across the provinces as required by law ahead of the upcoming elections. In Lusaka, the process is being conducted at Civic Centre’s Nakatindi Hall. The exercise, however, encountered some interruptions after the Zambia Wake Up Party, led by Howard Kunda, failed - [Zambia could consider evacuating citizens from SA](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-could-consider-evacuating-citizens-from-sa/) - SA President Cyril Ramaphosa Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and Internal Cooperation, Princess Kasune says the Zambian Embassy in South Africa has set up measures that will safeguard citizens in that country. "The embassy is also in touch with Zambians who are residing there for possible evacuation in an event the situation deteriorates further," she - [Mumba salutes MPs' unit of purpose in passing bills](https://zambianeye.com/mumba-salutes-mps-unit-of-purpose-in-passing-bills/) - Former Vice President Nevers Mumba has showered parliamentarians with praises for setting political differences aside and prioritizing passing of various bills ahead of the dissolution of parliament this week. He says the parliamentarians deserve to be saluted for showing unity of purpose. Speaking to Phoenix News in an interview, Dr. Mumba said the lawmakers demonstrated - [“Whatever HH Touches Is Gold” – Haabazoka Says Opposition Underestimating Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/whatever-hh-touches-is-gold-haabazoka-says-opposition-underestimating-hichilema/) - University of Zambia academic and economist Dr. Lubinda Haabazoka says Zambia’s opposition parties are making a serious political mistake by underestimating President Hakainde Hichilema ahead of the August 2026 general elections. In a lengthy political commentary that has stirred debate, Haabazoka argued that many opposition leaders are still viewing Hichilema as the inexperienced politician of - [Local government minister revokes council resolution to rename Simon Mwewa Lane Market](https://zambianeye.com/local-government-minister-revokes-council-resolution-to-rename-simon-mwewa-lane-market/) - Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Gift Sialubalo, has with immediate effect, revoked the resolution of the Lusaka City Council's Full Council Meeting to rename the Simon Mwewa Lane Market. The Ministry's permanent secretary Nicholas Phiri says all the Local Authorities across the Country must embrace the culture of consultation and onsensus building when - [Lusaka High Court dismisses Chapter One application seeking to halt tabling of 77 Bills](https://zambianeye.com/lusaka-high-court-dismisses-chapter-one-application-seeking-to-halt-tabling-of-77-bills/) - The Lusaka High Court has dismissed an application by Chapter One Foundation Limited and LCK Freedom Foundation Limited which was seeking judicial review against the government's decision to table and process 77 Bills prior to the dissolution of parliament. The LCK Freedom Foundation and Chapter One Foundation recently petitioned the High Court to urgently halt - [Makebi Zulu's presidential prospects up in flames ](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulus-presidential-prospects-up-in-flames/) - A member of the Resolute Party, Martin Ngoma, has filed an urgent application in the High Court opposing the legality and procedural validity of the adoption of Makebi Zulu as the party’s presidential candidate. According to court papers, Ngoma says the adoption process fell short on transparency, fairness and constitutional compliance. He maintains that no - [Former Botswana President Festus Mogae Dies](https://zambianeye.com/former-botswana-president-festus-mogae-dies/) - Former Botswana President Festus Mogae has passed away following a long illness, marking the end of an era for one of Botswana’s most respected statesmen and internationally acclaimed leaders. Mogae served as Botswana’s third president from 1998 until 2008, presiding over a decade widely remembered for economic discipline, democratic stability, and strong governance. Before ascending - [Kwacha loses 1.3% of its purchasing power against US$](https://zambianeye.com/kwacha-loses-1-3-of-its-purchasing-power-against-us/) - The local currency traded in the negative trajectory against the major convertible currencies, particularly the green buck this week. This saw the Kwacha weakening by about 1.3% against US dollar, slipping from around K18.75 to above K19 per dollar as markets reacted to volatility in global copper prices. The local currency is premised on copper, - [I was chief strategist in making sure that Sata, Lungu, Hichilema became republican presidents- says KBF](https://zambianeye.com/i-was-chief-strategist-in-making-sure-that-sata-lungu-hichilema-became-republican-presidents-says-kbf/) - Kelvin Bwalya Fube commonly known as (KBF) says its now time to make himself President of Zambia, having helped Michael Sata, Edgar Lungu and Hakainde Hichilema republican presidents in 2011, (2015, 2016), and 2021 respectively. Fube says since 2011 he has helped others land the top job in the land, adding that it is now - [It's time to surrender button to new blood, Monze Chiefs tell Mwiimbu](https://zambianeye.com/its-time-to-surrender-button-to-new-blood-monze-chiefs-tell-mwiimbu/) - Traditional leaders in Monze District have openly called on Monze Central Member of Parliament, Jack Mwiimbu not to contest again, saying the people have had enough of recycled leadership after more than two decades of representation. Senior Chief Moonze of the Tonga-speaking people, said the people of Monze are exhausted from voting for the same - [FDD sued over Mundubile appointment ](https://zambianeye.com/fdd-sued-over-mundubile-appointment/) - Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) National Youth Secretary Vincent Mwakawele, has sued the party’s Secretary General in the High Court, demanding the nullification of the convention which endorsed Brian Mundubile as the party’s presidential candidate under the Tonse Alliance. Mwakawele, who has cited Nathan Mulonga as the respondent, is also seeking an invalidation of - [Referee beaten to death during football tournament organised by Chipangali MP](https://zambianeye.com/referee-beaten-to-death-during-football-tournament-organised-by-chipangali-mp/) - A 55-year-old football referee was physically assaulted until he died, by players and supporters during the Andrew Lubusha football tournament in Chipangali District. The incident happened yesterday between 12:05 hours and 13:30 hours at Mchenga Primary School Grounds in Chief Mafuta’s area during a replayed match involving Mikango United and Leopard United football teams. Eastern - [UPND will go just like PF, defecting MPs will account - Kabimba](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-will-go-just-like-pf-defecting-mps-will-account-kabimba/) - State Counsel Wynter Kabimba says the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) risks suffering the same political fate as the former ruling Patriotic Front if it continues violating the Constitution. Kabimba, who heads the Economic Front, has also described the continued stay in Parliament by PF Members of Parliament who have defected to UPND - [Former Intelligence Boss Xavier Chungu enters presidential race](https://zambianeye.com/former-intelligence-boss-xavier-chungu-enters-presidential-race/) - Former Zambia Intelligence and Security Service boss Xavier Chungu is among the candidates who have successfully paid the K100,000 presidential nomination fee ahead of the August 2026 general elections. Chungu, who served as Director General of the Office of the President (OP) under late Second Republican President Frederick Chiluba, will contest the presidency under the - [Ex police officer caged 45 years with hard labour for rape](https://zambianeye.com/ex-police-officer-caged-45-years-with-hard-labour-for-rape/) - The Livingstone High Court has sentenced a former police officer to 45 years imprisonment with hard labour for the rape of a 16-year-old girl. Justice Mbile Wina handed down the sentence on May 5, 2026 against Francis Buse Mtonga, aged 34, who was at the time of the offence a serving officer based at Dambwa - [Deputy Speaker reserves ruling on Mundubile 'absenteeism' issue](https://zambianeye.com/deputy-speaker-reserves-ruling-on-mundubile-absenteeism-issue/) - The first deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, Malungo Chisangano has reserved ruling on whether Mporokoso Member of Parliament Brian Mundubile is in order to be absent from the house for four consecutive days. In other news, parliament has approved the ratification of the 40 newly appointed judges to superior courts. The judges - [AU Pre-Election Assessment Mission meets ECZ commissioners](https://zambianeye.com/au-pre-election-assessment-mission-meets-ecz-commissioners/) - The African Union (AU) Pre-Election Assessment Mission, led by Demeke Mekonnen Hassen, has held a meeting with the Electoral Commission of Zambia Chairperson, Commissioners, and Management at the ECZ Headquarters. The engagement focused on assessing Zambia’s pre-election environment and electoral preparedness ahead of the forthcoming elections. The discussions centred on the legal and institutional framework - [Gvt invites submissions for 2027 National Budget ](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-invites-submissions-for-2027-national-budget/) - The Government has opened consultations for the preparation of the 2027 National Budget and the Medium-Term Budget Framework covering the 2027–2029 period, as fiscal reforms aimed at strengthening domestic revenue mobilisation deepen, improving expenditure efficiency, and supporting long-term economic transformation. The Ministry of Finance and National Planning is inviting submissions from stakeholders across the private - [Chapter One Foundation files urgent court application to stop 77 Bills before parly ](https://zambianeye.com/chapter-one-foundation-files-urgent-court-application-to-stop-77-bills-before-parly/) - The two organisations, led by executive directors Linda Kasonde and Josiah Kalala, have filed for judicial review challenging the Government’s plan to process the Bills within a nine day period from 4th to 12th May 2026. They are seeking a court order to stay the process, declare the timeline unlawful and irrational, and rule that - [Yo Maps succumbs to pressure, 'removes' controversial scene from musical video](https://zambianeye.com/yo-maps-succumbs-to-pressure-removes-controversial-scene-from-musical-video/) - Following outcry from some sections of the society, controversial scenes in the Yo Maps budget music video have been solved using a blur effect. The edited version has since been uploaded on his YouTube channel. This action came after increasing pressure urging the artist to remove scenes that were deemed to culturally and morally wrong, - [M'membe demands Hichilema explain failed free University Education promise](https://zambianeye.com/mmembe-demands-hichilema-explain-failed-free-university-education-promise/) - Fred M'membe has challenged President Hakainde Hichilema to explain why his administration has not fulfilled its campaign promise of providing free education up to tertiary level. Dr. M’membe, the presidential candidate for the Zambia People's Pact and leader of the Socialist Party, has since urged young people to hold President Hichilema accountable over the pledge - [Zambia targets 10,000MW by 2030](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-targets-10000mw-by-2030/) - Zambia is accelerating reforms and infrastructure investments aimed at transforming the country into a more resilient, diversified, and investment-ready energy economy, as Government pushes toward a target of producing 10,000 megawatts of electricity by 2030. Speaking today during the official opening of the 4th Senior Public Service Management Meeting in Lusaka, Secretary to the Cabinet - [We'll not tolerate opposition leaders who 'attack' the President in name of campaigning- State House ](https://zambianeye.com/well-not-tolerate-opposition-leaders-who-attack-the-president-in-name-of-campaigning-state-house/) - State House Chief Communication Specialist Clayson Hamasaka has warned opposition leaders against a belief that attacking President Hakainde Hichilema in the name of campaigning will boost their popularity as the country heads towards the August polls. He says opposition leaders who would be found wanting should be ready to accept the consequences as there will - [ED a signal of underlying health issues, Dr Mujajati ](https://zambianeye.com/ed-a-signal-of-underlying-health-issues-dr-mujajati/) - Renowned physician and certified corporate wellness specialist Dr Aaron Mujajati has warned men to take erectile dysfunctional (ED) seriously saying it is a sign of underlying health issues. He says ED rarely appears overnight, but often develops gradually: one day without a morning erection, another with a weaker erection, and later a noticeable drop in - [Parliament passes Bill to make free education a right ](https://zambianeye.com/parliament-passes-bill-to-make-free-education-a-right/) - The National Assembly has approved the Education (Amendment) Bill, to formally make Free Education Policy legal. This landmark move is set to shape the future of Zambia’s education system, Parliament this afternoon officially legislated free education into law. The development marks a major milestone in the country’s efforts to expand access to education and reduce - [I'll make you ambassadors..., HH dangles carrot stick to 'unadopted' members ](https://zambianeye.com/ill-make-you-ambassadors-hh-dangles-carrot-stick-to-unadopted-members/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has advised United Party for National Development (UPND) aspiring candidates who may not be adopted to avoid contesting as independent candidates in the August 13, 2026 general elections, saying such a move could limit their future opportunities. Speaking during a public engagement at Kalabo Airport in Muchatanga Ward of Western Province, President - [Court of Appeal rules in Sampa's favour](https://zambianeye.com/court-of-appeal-rules-in-sampas-favour/) - The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application by Patrotic Front (PF) faction Secretary General Morgan Ng’ona for an order for interim injunction to stop the faction president, Miles Sampa, from interfering with Ng’ona’s roles. The interjection also sought to bar Sampa from effecting changes to party records pending the final determination by the court. - [Court of Appeal sits to deliver ruling on Sampa, Ng'ona matter](https://zambianeye.com/court-of-appeal-sits-to-deliver-ruling-on-sampa-ngona-matter/) - Court of Appeal is this morning expected to make a ruling on the restraint order case between Miles Sampa and Morgan Ng'ona. The ruling will be handed down on Wednesday, 06th May 2026 at 11:00hrs. This comes after Ng'ona obtained an injunction to restrain Sampa from dismissing him as Secretary General. The Lusaka High Court - [If you really love me, vote for my MPs also- HH pleads with citizens ](https://zambianeye.com/if-you-really-love-me-vote-for-my-mps-also-hh-pleads-with-citizens/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has implored citizens not to discard United Party for National Development (UPND) legislators as they retain him as Republican President. President Hichilema says he has heard people saying they would vote for him, but not some of his MPs. “I have heard people say Bally, HH will win but his MPs, mayors, - [ECZ announces revised nomination fees for August polls](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-announces-revised-nomination-fees-for-august-polls/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has announced revised nomination fees to be paid by candidates wishing to contest in the 2026 General Election. The amounts vary by position and category. Under the new structure, male presidential candidates are expected to pay K100,000 to file their nominations, while female candidates will part with K80,000. Youth - [ZAMBIA 13 AUGUST POLLS: Crowded ballot mistaken for democratic vibrancy](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-13-august-polls-crowded-ballot-mistaken-for-democratic-vibrancy/) - In Zambia’s case, a crowded ballot paper is not a sign of democratic vibrancy, but signals fragmentation at the very moment cohesion is politically decisive. With more than 25 presidential aspirants reportedly paying nomination fees ahead of the general election, the opposition enters the race numerically strong but strategically diluted, echoing a familiar pattern in - [Nkombo Skips Mazabuka Central Race, Future in Doubt After 20 Years in Parliament](https://zambianeye.com/nkombo-skips-mazabuka-central-race-future-in-doubt-after-20-years-in-parliament/) - 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 for Multi-Party Democracy (MMD) and was first - [Choma police officer robs booth attendant 'using toy gun'](https://zambianeye.com/choma-police-officer-robs-booth-attendant-using-toy-gun/) - A police officer in Choma District of Southern Province has been detained on allegations of robbing a booth attendant of cash and other valuables worth K32,566.00. Southern Province Police Commissioner Moono Namalongo confirmed the development, identifying the victim as Dorothy Malemia, 32, of Chandamali Compound in Choma District. Malemia reported that a male suspect, who - [Hichilema commissions road that almost 'cost him his life'](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-commissions-road-that-almost-cost-him-his-life/) - President Hakainde Hichilema says he does not want to see any potholes developing on the Mongu–Limulunga Road that nearly costed him his life. This is the road on which Hichilema, while in opposition, was charged with treason for allegedly failing to give way to the motorcade of the then Head of State, Edgar Lungu, as - [Gvt urges ZNBC to cover all political parties during elections](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-urges-znbc-to-cover-all-political-parties-during-elections/) - Today, Information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana, represented by Acting Permanent Secretary, Madrine Mbuta, officiated at the ZNBC Election Reporting Workshop at Mass Media Complex. Kawana noted that the workshop comes at a critical time as Zambia prepares for the forthcoming General Elections this August. Here are the highlights from the Workshop; ✅Government - [I never 'begged' anything from you, says Yo Maps as his fight with B Flow escalates](https://zambianeye.com/i-never-begged-anything-from-you-says-yo-maps-as-his-fight-with-b-flow-escalates/) - The war of words pitting Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) president Brian Bwembya popularly known as B Flow and Elton Mulenga affectionately known as Yo Maps has reached another level. The tiff stemmed from Yo Maps' video in which two women are featured kissing each other, the scene that didn't go down well with some - [FRA to buy 500,000 tonnes of maize in 2026/27](https://zambianeye.com/fra-to-buy-500000-tonnes-of-maize-in-2026-27/) - The Food Reserve Agency-FRA- will purchase a minimum of 500,000 metric tonnes of white maize and 10,000 metric tonnes of paddy rice during the 2026/2027 crop marketing season. FRA Secretary William Silwimba says the crop marketing exercise will run from May 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, subject to market conditions. Silwimba says the agency - [𝐃𝐄𝐂 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬-𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬](https://zambianeye.com/𝐃𝐄𝐂-𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐬-𝐂𝐫𝐨/) - The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has intercepted several suspects and seized substantial quantities of cannabis and other controlled substances in its sustained fight against drug trafficking and illicit cultivation across the country. At Victoria Falls Border Post in Livingstone, DEC officers intercepted two individuals attempting to cross into Zambia from Zimbabwe. Upon search, officers discovered - [President Hichilema dates Western Province](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-dates-western-province/) - President Hakainde Hichilema is today expected in Western Province for a two-day working visit aimed at commissioning key infrastructure projects and engaging local communities. According to the official programme, the Head of State will arrive at Mongu Airport, where he will be received by government officials, civic leaders, Members of Parliament, and members of the - [Ndola Hospital records over 500 mental health cases every week; debt, gambling cited](https://zambianeye.com/ndola-hospital-records-over-500-mental-health-cases-every-week-debt-gambling-cited/) - The Minister of Health Dr Alex Katakwe has revealed that Ndola Teaching Hospital is registering over 500 mental health cases every week, stating that some cases can be attributed to gambling and debt. Dr Katakwe adds that there is an increase in mental health illnesses across the country, with some being attributed to abuse of - [Dangerous laws being made under blanket of unburied Lungu- Mpundu](https://zambianeye.com/dangerous-laws-being-made-under-blanket-of-unburied-lungu-mpundu/) - Mpundu who heads Ichabaiche Movement which is part of Tonse Alliance in a recorded address cites CCTV - Live streaming, removal of Lawmakers immunity and control of the Legisterature by the President as some of them. He says while Zambians are busy discussing the impasse surrounding the body of the late former President Edgar Lungu - [The cost of fragmentation in electoral politics](https://zambianeye.com/the-cost-of-fragmentation-in-electoral-politics/) - By Uncle Philip Banda Vote splitting is no longer a distant possibility—it is fast becoming the central dynamic of this election. The emergence of over 25 candidates who have paid nomination fees points to a crowded field, but more critically, it exposes a clear absence of collaboration among contenders. At the heart of this election - [Parly Speaker Mutti reserves ruling on MPs who dumped own parties to join UPND](https://zambianeye.com/parly-speaker-mutti-reserves-ruling-on-mps-who-dumped-own-parties-to-join-upnd/) - Speaker of the National Assembly, Nelly Mutti, has urged Members of Parliament to remain patient as the House awaits a ruling on whether lawmakers who have crossed the floor to join the ruling party can continue attending parliamentary sittings. The matter arose in the National Assembly today when Mkushi South Member of Parliament, Davies Chisopa - [ECZ cleans voters' roll after removing duplicates, deceased persons](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-cleans-voters-roll-after-removing-duplicates-deceased-persons/) - After the verification of the provisional voters register, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has officially certified the voters roll for the forthcoming general election. This brings the total number of eligible voters to 8,786,300. Addressing members of the press in Lusaka this morning, ECZ chief electoral officer Brown Kasaro said the aggregate figure comes - [Kambwili fails to appear before court, reportedly unwell ](https://zambianeye.com/kambwili-fails-to-appear-before-court-reportedly-unwell/) - Patriotic Front (PF) faction senior official, Chishimba Kambwili has failed to present himself before the Lusaka Magistrate’s Court for the commencement of his trial this morning. His surety, Moses Kapasa informed the court that the former Minister of Information is sick. Kambwili is facing a charge of failing to appear before authorities at a point - [Government calls outgoing USA ambassador Gonzales to order](https://zambianeye.com/government-calls-outgoing-usa-ambassador-gonzales-to-order/) - The government has described the recent comments made by the Outgoing United States of America Ambassador to Zambia Michael Gonzales as undiplomatic and inconsistent. Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Mlambo Haimbe says the outgoing diplomat violated some provisions of the United Nations statutes. STATEMENT DELIVERED BY HON. MULAMBO HAIMBE S.C, M.P, MINISTER OF FOREIGN - [Ramaphosa squashes prospects of another military coup in Zimbabwe](https://zambianeye.com/ramaphosa-squashes-prospects-of-another-military-coup-in-zimbabwe/) - South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country will not support or recognise any unconstitutional removal of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa. Ramaphosa revealed his stance during a private, undisclosed visit to Zimbabwe and has effectively shut down coup speculation involving Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. The message aligns with regional opposition to military takeovers, reinforcing - [Kwacha appreciates by 2.22% against American dollar ](https://zambianeye.com/kwacha-appreciates-by-2-22-against-american-dollar/) - The local currency the Kwacha last week appreciated by 2.22% as it closed trading at K18.95 per USD from K19.38 per USD recorded the other week. The Kwacha has of late been performing well when pitted against major convertible currencies, making it one of 'best currency' in the Sub Saharan Africa. The Zambia Extractive Industries - [Presidential candidates to declare assets, but ECZ may keep that information a guarded secret- Kasaro](https://zambianeye.com/presidential-candidates-to-declare-assets-but-ecz-may-keep-that-information-a-guarded-secret-kasaro/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) chief electoral officer Brown Kasaro says Presidential candidates have to declare asset and liabilities but the commision has no legal basis of making the information public. ECZ says although article 100(1)(h) of the constitution of Zambia (amendment) Act of 2016 requires presidential candidates to declare their assets and liabilities, - [Katotobwe urges SDA Church to pray for Politicians to stop telling lies](https://zambianeye.com/katotobwe-urges-sda-church-to-pray-for-politicians-to-stop-telling-lies/) - ....PeP Presidential candidate urges Church to promote peace, unity ahead of this year's polls Mambwe District, Saturday, May 2, 2026 Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) presidential candidate, Eng. Chanda Katotobwe, has called on the Church to intensify prayers for peace, unity, and integrity among political leaders ahead of this year's general elections. Speaking during a - [Ambassador Gonanzales is right, Mundubile says corruption stinks](https://zambianeye.com/ambassador-gonanzales-is-right-mundubile-says-corruption-stinks/) - By Staff Reporter – May 1, 2026 Presidential aspirant Hon. Brian Mundubile has thrown his full weight behind the farewell statement of outgoing U.S. Ambassador Michael Gonzales, who departs Lusaka this week with a scathing indictment of Zambia’s crippling graft. Mundubile, who personally knows the Ambassador and respects him, says the fact that Gonzales “was - [Human rights watch raises concern over Zambia cancelling Summit on Human Rights, Technology](https://zambianeye.com/human-rights-watch-raises-concern-over-zambia-cancelling-summit-on-human-rights-technology/) - The Zambian government’s decision to postpone the global digital rights summit RightsCon 2026 has effectively led to its cancellation, drawing criticism from Human Rights Watch and civil society groups. The 14th edition of the summit, which was scheduled to take place in Lusaka from May 5 to 8, was halted following a government announcement on - [PF Pamodzi Alliance calls on PF Members to join Resolute Party ahead of 2026 polls](https://zambianeye.com/pf-pamodzi-alliance-calls-on-pf-members-to-join-resolute-party-ahead-of-2026-polls/) - The opposition PF-Pamodzi Alliance led by Makebi Zulu has appealed to members of the former ruling Patriotic Front (PF) to defect en masse to the Resolute Party, which it says will serve as its vehicle for the August 2026 general elections. Zulu, who is among the 29 candidates that have successfully paid presidential nomination fees, - [Mpundu raises alarm over CCTV, Live streaming Bills as Parliament races against time](https://zambianeye.com/mpundu-raises-alarm-over-cctv-live-streaming-bills-as-parliament-races-against-time/) - Nkana Independent Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu has warned Zambians to pay close attention to a series of Bills currently before Parliament, describing them as far-reaching and potentially controversial measures being rushed through ahead of the dissolution of the House. Mpundu, who also heads the Ichabaiche Movement under the Tonse Alliance, says government is pushing - [Govt wants to enact law to build a house and other benefits to former Chief Justices](https://zambianeye.com/govt-wants-to-enact-law-to-build-a-house-and-other-benefits-to-former-chief-justices/) - A Bill seeking to formalise retirement benefits for former Chief Justices has been introduced in Parliament, setting out a comprehensive package that includes a tax-free salary, housing, and other state-supported entitlements. The proposed law, titled the Benefits of Former Chief Justice Bill, 2026, aims to provide structured benefits to individuals who have served as Chief - [PF invites 'applicants' to stand as MPs, councilors ahead of August polls](https://zambianeye.com/pf-invites-applicants-to-stand-as-mps-councilors-ahead-of-august-polls/) - The Patriotic Front (PF) has invited applications from eligible, committed, and disciplined members wishing to stand on the Party ticket in the forthcoming elections. In a public notice, the party says it remains committed to upholding democratic principles and providing equal opportunity to all aspiring candidates ready to serve the people diligently. All interested applicants - [MTN Zambia, Frontlife Engineering launches 5G-enabled smart security, automation solutions for homes across Zambia](https://zambianeye.com/mtn-zambia-frontlife-engineering-launches-5g-enabled-smart-security-automation-solutions-for-homes-across-zambia/) - MTN Zambia has officially launched a strategic partnership with Frontlife Engineering Limited to deliver innovative 5G-enabled smart security and automation solutions for homes across Zambia. The collaboration marks another step in extending the power of MTN 5G beyond connectivity, bringing practical Connected Home solutions that improve security, efficiency, and everyday convenience. By joining MTN Zambia’s - [Outgoing American ambassador to Zambia, Michael Gonzales, accuses Hichilema’s government of corruption](https://zambianeye.com/outgoing-american-ambassador-to-zambia-michael-gonzales-accuses-hichilemas-government-of-corruption/) - The outgoing American ambassador to Zambia, Michael Gonzales, has accused President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration of corruption and dishonesty. He made these remarks while delivering his farewell speech pointing out that Hichilema’s current fight against corruption is bogus and is selectively used to arrest and persecute political opponents. Gonzales highlighted that Zambia loses over US$4 billion - [Sampa removes Mudolo from central committee](https://zambianeye.com/sampa-removes-mudolo-from-central-committee/) - Miles Sampa's Patriotic Front (PF) has removed South Africa-based politician Willah Mudolo from its Central Committee for allegedly disrespecting presidential candidate Dr Chitalu Chilufya. Mudolo is said to have criticised Dr Chilufya over his association with a disputed PF political gathering that elected Makebi Zulu as a presidential candidate According to a letter issued by - [Government hikes fuel prices](https://zambianeye.com/government-hikes-fuel-prices/) - The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has announced an upward review in fuel prices for May 2026, citing the changes to increased international oil prices. These have been trigged by ongoing geopolitical tensions around oil producing nations. Under the new pricing structure, diesel will now sell at K33.99 per litre, kerosene at K35.05, and Jet A-1 - [Lungu's family to remain in control of his body- SA High Court rules](https://zambianeye.com/lungus-family-to-remain-in-control-of-his-body-sa-high-court-rules/) - The South African High Court has ruled that the family of late former president Edgar Lungu will remain in control of his remains and that any party seeking access must rehearse with them as per order of August 2025. This position remains until the matter is concluded in the Supreme Court. Lawyer and Family spokesperson - [Dickson Jere eyes Lusaka Central under UPND as race heats up](https://zambianeye.com/dickson-jere-eyes-lusaka-central-under-upnd-as-race-heats-up/) - Lawyer and journalist Dickson Jere has formally applied to contest the Lusaka Central parliamentary seat under the United Party for National Development (UPND), adding a new twist to what is shaping up to be a highly competitive constituency ahead of the 2026 general elections. Jere, who previously served as Press Aide to former President Rupiah - [We don't want Lungu's 'ghost to haunt us,' SA 'civic group' protest as hearing kick off in the Pretoria High Court ](https://zambianeye.com/we-dont-want-lungus-ghost-to-haunt-us-sa-civic-group-protest-as-hearing-kick-off-in-the-pretoria-high-court/) - The late former president Edgar Lungu family versus the government of Zambia court hearing is underway in the Pretoria High Court. As the matter was being heard, a civic movement Progressive Forces of South Africa (PFSA) picketed outside the High Court in Pretoria calling for the expatriation of his body to Zambia . The group - [Chanda Katotobwe resigns as PF lawmaker](https://zambianeye.com/chanda-katotobwe-resigns-as-pf-lawmaker/) - Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) presidential candidate Chanda Katotobwe has announced his resignation as a patriotic Front member of parliament after crossing the floor. Yesterday, Katotobwe submitted his deposit slip for the presidential nomination fee to Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) headquarters in Lusaka. PeP recently unveiled Chanda Katotobwe as its Presidential candidate for the - [I'm not a witch, all I want is to give Lungu decent burial at home, with full military honours- Hichilema](https://zambianeye.com/im-not-a-witch-all-i-want-to-give-lungu-decent-burial-at-home-with-full-military-honours-hichilema/) - President HichilemaPresident Hakainde Hichilema has responded to social media assertions that his government conducted a postmortem on the late former president Edgar Lungu's body for ritual purposes. "I am not a witch. When I was being targeted in the opposition, why didn’t I use those skills back then? I am a church elder, and I - [UPND warned against forcing loyalty by with-holding candidates’ sensitive documents](https://zambianeye.com/upnd-warned-against-forcing-loyalty-by-with-holding-candidates-sensitive-documents/) - The governing party, the United Party for National Development (UPND) has been warned against trying to force loyalty by holding candidates to ransom through the way of withholding their sensitive documents, thereby rendering them unable to exercise their rights to freedom of association or make any other political maneuvers. Senior UPND member Matyola Innocent says - [Musokotwane asks for more money as budget falls short](https://zambianeye.com/musokotwane-asks-for-more-money-as-budget-falls-short/) - The Minister Ministry of Finance and National Planning, Sithumbeko Musokotwane is today expected to present the proposed supplementary budget estimates to parliament. He is also billed to deliver a ministerial statement on preparations towards development of the 9th National Development Plan (9NDC). Supplementary budget is extra money government asks for after the main national budget - [Makebi Zulu off to SA, as court hears Lungu case](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-off-to-sa-as-court-hears-lungu-case/) - Patriotic Front PF faction leader Makebi Zulu has left the country for South Africa to attend the court case in which Zambia's Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha has moved the Pretoria high court to an urgent hearing to demand for the return of the mortal remains of Zambia's Sixth President, Edgar Chagwa Lungu. The Pretoria High - [You have traumatised the family, embarrassed the Nation - Catholic Church demands Lungu burial](https://zambianeye.com/you-have-traumatised-the-family-embarrassed-the-nation-catholic-church-demands-lungu-burial/) - The Roman Catholic Church in Zambia has issued a strong call for the immediate burial of former President Edgar Lungu, warning that the prolonged impasse has traumatised the family and embarrassed the nation. Speaking in a recorded video statement availed to Zambian Eye, Archbishop Ignatius Chama said the continued delay in laying the former Head - [PF in further turmoil as Chitalu Chilufya emerges as presidential candidate](https://zambianeye.com/pf-in-further-turmoil-as-chitalu-chilufya-emerges-as-presidential-candidate/) - Uncertainty continues to grip the Patriotic Front (PF) as fresh developments emerge over its presidential candidature ahead of the August 2026 general elections. Former Minister of Health Chitalu Chilufya has paid the K100,000 presidential nomination fee to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), signaling his intention to contest for the presidency under the PF ticket. - [Mugabe's son deported to Zimbabwe after being fined R600 000 in SA](https://zambianeye.com/mugabes-son-deported-to-zimbabwe-after-being-fined-r600-000-in-sa/) - The late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe’s son, Bellarmine “Chatunga” Mugabe, has been fined R600 000 and deported to Zimbabwe after being convicted and sentenced following a shooting incident in Johannesburg, South Africa, earlier this year. His co-accused and cousin, Tobias Matonhodze, aged 33, has been jailed for three years. The duo appeared at the - [Another Coalition, Orange Alliance born](https://zambianeye.com/another-coalition-orange-alliance-born/) - Citizens First (CF) president Harry Kalaba and his National Democratic Congress (NDC) counterpart Saboi Imboela have formed a new political alliance called the CF Orange Alliance. Of late, the country has been witnessing the formation of alliances as the much anticipated August polls drew closer, amid calls for unity among opposition parties. Speaking after sealing - [Tonse Alliance, WOZA hold high level meeting ](https://zambianeye.com/tonse-alliance-woza-hold-high-level-meeting/) - The Tonse Alliance and We’re One Zambia Alliance (WOZA) this afternoon held a high-level meeting at the Tonse Alliance Secretariat in Lusaka. The Tonse Alliance delegation was led by Alliance President Brian Mundubile and included Secretary General Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba, BM8 National Chairperson Davies Mwila, Spokesperson Dr. Lawrence Mwelwa, Hon. Stephen Chungu and Ambassador - [Former Zambia Under-20 Women National Team player dies](https://zambianeye.com/former-zambia-under-20-women-national-team-player-dies/) - Former Zambia Under 20 Women’s national team and Zesco Ndola Girls player Theresa Musatila has died. She died in Kitwe after a short illness, the Football Association of Zambia has disclosed. Press Statement (For Immediate Release) Football Association of Zambia Football House, Lusaka 29th April 2026 FAZ MOURNS MUSATILA The Football Association of Zambia - [Courts adjourn Nakacinda, Kambwili cases](https://zambianeye.com/courts-adjourn-nakacinda-kambwili-cases/) - The High Court in the capital has adjourned Patriotic Front (PF) faction Secretary General Raphael Nakacinda's seditious practices case to May 22nd 2026. Nakacinda returned to court today in a matter where he is facing a charge of seditious practices. Nakacinda is accused of alleging that President Hakainde Hichilema instructed law enforcement agencies to raid - [New betting brands keep appearing, and players aren’t sure who’s licensed](https://zambianeye.com/new-betting-brands-keep-appearing-and-players-arent-sure-whos-licensed/) - The gambling scene in Zambia is in a state of rapid change, with fresh betting brands showing up almost every month. More Zambians are turning to online sports betting and casino platforms, drawn in by the ease of access that smartphones and the internet now provide. This surge in online options has sparked both excitement - [President Hichilema begins Copperbelt tour of duty](https://zambianeye.com/president-hichilema-begins-copperbelt-tour-of-duty/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has arrived on the Copperbelt for a two-day working visit during which he is billed to commission several developmental activities across the province. President Hichilema is expected to lead the ground-breaking ceremony for the shaft sinking of the Mingomba Copper Project in Chililabombwe. He will later meet residents in Chambeshi and Kalulushi. - [Political Memory, Collective Amnesia, and Leadership Legacy in Zambia: A Critical Reflection](https://zambianeye.com/political-memory-collective-amnesia-and-leadership-legacy-in-zambia-a-critical-reflection/) - By Sunday Chanda Zambia’s public discourse on historical leaders, particularly figures such as Kenneth Kaunda, reveals a recurring pattern: societies often move from criticism during leadership, to nostalgia after transition, to near-canonisation after death. This cycle raises a deeper question about the nature of political memory: whether Zambia develops cumulative historical understanding or merely episodic - [Pretoria High Court sets 30 April for Lungu case hearing](https://zambianeye.com/pretoria-high-court-sets-30-april-for-lungu-case-hearing/) - The Pretoria High Court has set Thursday, April 30, for a court hearing involving the Zambian government and the family of former president Edgar Lungu, this is according to SABC News. The Zambian government recently filed a reconsideration application at the High Court in Pretoria in a bid to challenge the urgent order which directed - [We'll not gamble with candidate adoptions, says UPND Chairperson for elections](https://zambianeye.com/well-not-gamble-with-candidate-adoptions-says-upnd-chairperson-for-elections/) - File image The United Party for National Development (UPND) Chairperson for Elections Likando Mufalali says the party will pay close attention and adopt individuals who are popular on the ground. He says this would be taken seriously regardless of whether the candidate is an old or new member of the UPND. Mufalali goes on to - [Gvt of Zambia wants possession of Lungu's body](https://zambianeye.com/gvt-of-zambia-wants-possession-of-lungus-body/) - The Zambian government has filed a reconsideration application at the High Court in Pretoria in a bid to challenge the urgent order which directed that the remains of the former President Edgar Lungu be returned to Two Mountains mortuary. According to SABC News, the Government of the Republic of Zambia argues that, when the order - [We'll arrest anyone who says UPND is into witchcraft and Satanism- fumes party member](https://zambianeye.com/well-arrest-anyone-who-says-upnd-is-into-satanism-fumes-party-member/) - A member of the governing party, the United Party for National Development (UPND) has warned that anyone found saying the party is into Satanism or witchcraft will be dealt with drastically. UPND's Mark Simuwe has threatened fellow Zambians that they should mind their own businesses and avoid making unfounded claims against the ruling party. "We - [Govt mulls water tariff 'upward' review](https://zambianeye.com/govt-mulls-water-tariff-upward-review/) - The government has disclosed that it is engaging stakeholders on possible water tariff review as the sector continues to face serious funding challenges. Minister of Water Development and Sanitation Engineer Collins Nzovu says funding for the water and sanitation interventions has remained constricted despite significant investments by the government and its partners. Speaking during the - [Zambian politicians 'unite under one roof' in honour of KK](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-marks-33-years-after-gabon-plane-crash/) - President Hakainde Hichilema today leads the nation in honouring the country's founding President Kenneth Kaunda with a call for unity. In his message, President Hichilema described Kaunda as a patriot and peacemaker whose life profoundly embodied unity, service, and love for country. "Fellow Citizens, "Tomorrow, the 28th of April, is the annual Kenneth Kaunda - [NPA, ZCSA put substandard goods suppliers on notice](https://zambianeye.com/npa-zcsa-put-substandard-goods-suppliers-on-notice/) - The National Prosecution Authority (NPA) and Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) have agreed to jointly prosecute suppliers of substandard products in a bid to protect consumers and the environment. NPA and ZCSA will collaborate in prosecuting individuals and entities that violate the requirements of compulsory standards. To formalise this partnership, NPA and ZCSA will this - [Congolese rhumba legend Olomide jets in](https://zambianeye.com/congolese-rhumba-legend-olomide-jets-in/) - ‎ ‎Congolese rhumba legend, singer and songwriter Koffi Olomide, has arrived in the country ahead of the Royal Networking Event scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026, at Ciela Resort Bonanza in Lusaka. ‎ ‎This first of its kind event is being organised by Platinum Events Limited in association with Amigos. ‎ ‎The show will feature - [TCZ extends teachers recruitment advertisement](https://zambianeye.com/tcz-extends-teachers-recruitment-advertisement/) - The Teaching Commission of Zambia (TCZ) has extended the 2025 teachers recruitment advertisement. In a press statement, the commission urged those wishing to apply to take the advantage of the two day extension. The government recently published an advertisement in both print and digital media inviting applications for the recruitment of 2,000 teachers for the - [Sean Tembo unveils Engineer Chanda Katotobwe as PeP presidential candidate](https://zambianeye.com/sean-tembo-unveils-engineer-chanda-katotobwe-as-pep-presidential-candidate/) - The Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) leader Sean Tembo has announced Engineer Chanda Katotobwe as his party's August 13 presidential candidate. In his speech accepting the appointment, Engineer Katotobwe said Zambians are clamoring for a leader who has the political will and ability to solve real problems. Apparently, the announcement, made in in the capital - [Police IG warns presidential candidates against contesting without party adoption certificate](https://zambianeye.com/police-ig-warns-presidential-candidates-against-contesting-without-party-adoption-certificate/) - Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba says police will caution any presidential candidate who tries to cause disorder by contesting without an adoption certificate authorised by their political party. Meanwhile, the statement has triggered public debate with some raising the issue of independent candidates. In other news, the Zambia Police Service has warned that it - [Dozens troop in for Lungu memorial prayer](https://zambianeye.com/dozens-troop-in-for-lungu-memorial-prayer/) - Scores of people from different walks of life have started trooping in at Praise Christian Center in Chainama, Lusaka, for the memorial service of the late former President Dr Edgar Chagwa Lungu. The solemn service is being held today, Monday, 27 April 2026. It is expected to draw sympathizers, church leaders, political leaders, former ministers - [JJ Banda confesses 'initiation' in cultism, satanism](https://zambianeye.com/jj-banda-confesses-initiation-in-cultism-satanism/) - Former Petauke Central Member of Parliament Emmanuel 'JJ' Banda has confessed having had joined satanism and cultism. In a live broadcast JJ explained in detail how UPND is currently killing people and using them as sacrifices to win and maintain power. "When we travelled to China we were inducted into the underworld "We were inducted - [Hichilema must not be allowed to rein beyond August 2026 for disrespecting Lungu- KBF](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-must-not-be-allowed-to-rein-beyond-august-2026-for-disrespecting-lungu-kbf/) - Zambia Must Prosper leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube commonly referred to as KBF says President Hakainde Hichilema's handling of the late former president Edgar Lungu’s burial is embrassing, unacceptable and should lead his downfall. KBF made these remarks while speaking in a live address after the conducting of postmortem on the late former President Edgar Lungu - [Pay attention to candidate qualifications- ECZ boss tells electoral officers ](https://zambianeye.com/pay-attention-to-candidate-qualifications-zec-boss-tells-electoral-officers/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis has urged district election staff to pay particular attention to candidate qualifications as the the country gears up for the much anticipated polls set for this August. She raises red flag saying these are areas that often lead to contestations if not handled well. Speaking at - [Hichilema attends King Mswati's 40th reign commemoration in Eswatini](https://zambianeye.com/hichilema-attends-king-mswatis-40th-reign-commemoration-in-eswatini/) - MBABANE – Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has arrived in the Eswatini to attend the 40th anniversary of the reign of King Mswati III. President Hichilema touched down on Sunday morning in the Southern African kingdom—Africa’s last absolute monarchy—for the historic event, which coincides with the monarch’s birthday celebrations. DOUBLE CELEBRATION The occasion marks: Four decades - [PF MPs continue to join UPND](https://zambianeye.com/pf-mps-continue-to-join-upnd/) - ....GBM’S DAUGHTER FORMALLY JOINS RULING PARTY KASAMA – Defections from the opposition Patriotic Front (PF) to the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) are intensifying ahead of the August 2026 general elections, with the latest high-profile entrant being the daughter of veteran politician Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba (GBM). TWO PF MPs CROSS OVER Kasama Central - [A Win For Brian Mundubile Is Now Certain](https://zambianeye.com/a-win-for-brian-mundubile-is-now-certain/) - By Taonga Musukwa There are moments in a nation’s political life when the evidence becomes too overwhelming to ignore, when the direction of history quietly but firmly announces itself. Zambia appears to be entering such a moment, where the balance of public confidence is shifting in ways that even the most committed defenders of the - [Shooting at White House event leaves Security Officer injured](https://zambianeye.com/shooting-at-white-house-event-leaves-security-officer-injured/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. – A shooting incident has rocked a high-profile event linked to the White House, leaving one security officer injured but alive after being struck during the attack. According to international media reports, the incident occurred during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner at a hotel in Washington, where a gunman opened fire near a - ["Though she has a nice voice, she is ugly"](https://zambianeye.com/though-she-has-a-nice-voice-she-is-ugly/) - Ladies and Gentlemen, this is Pretty Hatembo. She is a renowned Radio Personality having worked for the National Broadcaster and a number of radio stations in Southern Province. She is also a follower of Zambian Eye. So what is the story? We will let Pretty share the story herself: ‎So immediately i came out of - [Who did the Postmortem?](https://zambianeye.com/who-did-the-postmortem/) - There are a lot of questions and speculations how Mulilo Kabesha SC, Zambia's Attorney General conducted the illegal Postmortem without authority and consent of the law or family. Mulilo Kabesha also brazenly defied a court order to immediately return the body but proceeded to conducted an illegal Postmortem. A contraversial pathologist called Shirley Jena Stuart - [Edgar Lungu Gutted Twice — Once in Life, Once in Death](https://zambianeye.com/edgar-lungu-gutted-twice-once-in-life-once-in-death/) - “The Bible says: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” (Matthew 5:4).” By Amb. Anthony Mukwita Zambia is crying. Zambia is mourning. Zambia is draped in knightly colours. Zambians are openly weeping in the streets of Lusaka, on Cairo Road, on Muso O Tunya Road, as if the nation itself has been - [Flashback - The occult, the president, and the body: Understanding Zambia’s legal action against the Lungu family](https://zambianeye.com/flashback-the-occult-the-president-and-the-body-understanding-zambias-legal-action-against-the-lungu-family/) - By Sishuwa Sishuwa First published on 27 June 2025 On 24 June 2025, hours before late former president Edgar Lungu was set to be buried in South Africa the following day, Zambia’s Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha successfully applied for an interdict (injunction) in the Pretoria High Court, seeking to stop the burial and to repatriate - [Bring up issues that address citizens' bread and butter, not speculations on Lungu burial saga- Mutti tells MPs](https://zambianeye.com/bring-up-issues-that-address-citizens-bread-and-butter-not-speculations-on-lungu-burial-saga-mutti-tells-mps/) - The Speaker of Parliament, Nelly Mutti has warned legislators against making sentiments and speculations regarding the late former president Edgar Lungu's case. She has since advised Members of Parliament to bring up issues that will add value and uplift the lives of the people they are representing in their respective constituencies. Mutti warned that the - [Where're we with stories that I would sell the country once elected President... HH chides critics](https://zambianeye.com/wherere-we-with-stories-that-i-would-sell-the-country-once-elected-president-hh-chides-critics/) - President Hakainde Hichilema has chided his critics over sentiments that he was going to sell the country 'supposedly to the West' once elected president. President Hichilema questions how would he sell something that belongs to the people. "There were stories that I would sell the country once elected President, but how can I sell a - [Rape now non-bailable offence law put to test, as 18-year-old girl arrested for lying that a minor was gang raped](https://zambianeye.com/rape-now-non-bailable-offence-put-to-test-as-18-year-old-girl-arrested-for-lying-that-a-minor-was-gang-raped/) - The Zambia Police Service in Mufulira have arrested an 18-year-old female juvenile for publishing false information, using electronic means. In this matter, the suspect allegedly posted a picture on Facebook reportedly depicting a young girl lying down after being purportedly gang raped by junkies. Alarmed by this teenager's post, a concerned member of the public - [Family approval not required in forensic post-mortem, expert](https://zambianeye.com/family-approval-not-required-in-forensic-post-mortems-expert/) - The reported postmortem conducted by the government on former Zambian President Edgar Lungu has re-ignited a familiar but often misunderstood debate. For many, the main bone of contention is that the postmortem was reportedly conducted without the family's consent. Should families have the right to consent before a forensic postmortem is performed? Dr. Chomba Chama - [Menopause in corporate, professional environments](https://zambianeye.com/menopause-in-corporate-professional-environments/) - By Dr Aaron Mujajati Menopause, a natural biological transition, often intersects with women’s peak career years, yet remains under-discussed in corporate spaces. Its impact extends beyond physical health, influencing workplace performance, leadership opportunities, and organizational culture. Hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and cognitive changes such as memory lapses or difficulty concentrating can affect productivity and confidence. - [Zambian Govt conducts post-mortem on Lungu's body in South Africa, Family protests.](https://zambianeye.com/zambian-govt-conducts-post-mortem-on-lungus-body-in-south-africa-family-protests/) - LUSAKA/JOHANNESBURG – The Zambian government has reportedly conducted a post-mortem examination on the body of former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu in South Africa, in a move that has triggered fresh controversy and legal questions. Family spokesperson and lawyer Makebi Zulu, who rushed to South Africa following the escalating dispute, confirmed the development in a live - [Former Presidents Funeral Benefits](https://zambianeye.com/former-presidents-funeral-benefits/) - By Dickson Jere This morning, I appeared before the Parliamentary Committee (Cabinet Affairs) to present my submission on the “Benefits of Former Presidents and Former Vice Presidents Bill Number 5 of 2026”. Coincidentally, the nation is currently dealing with the impasse over the burial of our former President. So, that was my first take as - [3 killed, 10 injured in fatal RTA](https://zambianeye.com/3-killed-10-injured-in-fatal-rta/) - The Zambia Police Service has confirmed a fatal road traffic accident occurred on April 23, 2026, around 06:00 hours along the Great North Road at 11 Miles, Savanna Hill area, Lusaka. The accident involved a Toyota Hiace minibus registration number BCG 9740, driven by Kennedy Pungwa, aged 48, of Chazanga Compound, Lusaka. The motor - [Liswaniso reappointed UPND National Youth Chairperson](https://zambianeye.com/133114-2/) - Gilbert Liswaniso has been reappointed United Party for National Development (UPND) national chairperson. Posting on his social media handle, Liswaniso thanked President Hakainde Hichilema for showing confidence in him. He said serving under Hichilema's leadership has greatly shaped and developed him into the leader he is today. Details in the statement.... He Shared on his - [Makebi Zulu flies to South Africa as Lungu's body row escalates](https://zambianeye.com/makebi-zulu-flies-to-south-africa-as-lungus-body-row-escalates/) - LUSAKA – Lawyer and family spokesperson Makebi Zulu has travelled to Johannesburg, South Africa, to ensure compliance with a court order directing the return of the remains of former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu to the mortuary where they had been kept. Zulu’s departure follows the Zambian government’s move to remove the body from Two Mountains - [Put your money back in pocket, I will pay K100,000 presidential nomination fee for you- Copperbelt youth tells HH as 2 others pay](https://zambianeye.com/put-your-money-back-in-pocket-i-will-pay-k100000-presidential-nomination-fee-for-you-copperbelt-youth-tells-hh-as-2-others-pay/) - President Hakainde Hichilema will not have to worry about paying K100,000 presidential nomination fee from his own pocket. This after a Copperbelt-based youth, Gift Kapembwa, put it upon his own shoulder to personally pay the presidential nomination fee Hichilema ahead of the upcoming 13th August General Elections. Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) says - [Avoid causing further distress to Lungu family, IBA warns media houses](https://zambianeye.com/avoid-causing-further-distress-to-lungu-family-iba-warns-media-houses/) - The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) says it wishes to provide guidance to broadcasting stations on the coverage of matters surrounding the late former Republican President Edgar Chagwa Lungu. In a press statement, the Authority says it acknowledges that matters relating to the late former President are of high public interest, however urges broadcasters to exercise - [2 council officials arrested over K44 000 CDF fraud](https://zambianeye.com/2-council-officials-arrested-over-k44-000-cdf-fraud/) - The case centres on 200 bags of cement, each weighing 50 kilograms, with a total value of K44,000. ‎ ‎In a statement to Prime Television Zambia, North-Western Province Police Commissioner Brighton Siwale confirmed that the suspected offences occurred between December 2025 and April 22, 2026. He said the matter was reported at Mufumbwe Police Station - [Lungu's body still in SA state facility pending cause of death probe](https://zambianeye.com/lungus-body-still-in-sa-state-facility-pending-cause-of-death-probe/) - The body of former President Edgar Lungu is still lying in a South African state facility pending investigations by the South African Police Service (SAPS) into the cause of his death. The Zambian government has obtained a court order to have Lungu’s remains repatriated to Zambia for a state funeral, following a protracted legal battle - [Unnecessary borrowings could compromise integrity, Deputy IG tells officers](https://zambianeye.com/unnecessary-borrowings-could-compromise-integrity-deputy-ig-tells-officers/) - Deputy Inspector General of Police for Administration, Charity Munganga, is conducting a familiarisation tour of Luapula Division , reaffirming the Zambia Police Service’s commitment to discipline, professionalism, and institutional integrity. Chembe District was the first stop on her tour, whose entourage consists of Deputy Police Intelligence Officer and Deputy National Coordinator for Projects and Maintenance - [Zambia risks 6% GDP loss to climate change by 2050](https://zambianeye.com/zambia-risks-6-gdp-loss-to-climate-change-by-2050/) - Southern Province Minister Credo Nanjuwa says climate change is already causing serious economic and humanitarian problems for Zambia. He warned that unless urgent interventions are carried out, the country’s GDP could fall by about 6 percent by 2050 due to rising climate implications. Speaking at the Eighth Board Meeting of the Fund for Responding to - [South African Court orders Zambian Govt to immediately return Lungu's body to mortuary](https://zambianeye.com/south-african-court-orders-zambian-govt-to-immediately-return-lungus-body-to-mortuary/) - LUSAKA – The legal battle over the remains of former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu has taken a dramatic turn after a South African court ordered the immediate return of the body to the mortuary where it had been kept. According to family spokesperson and lawyer Makebi Zulu, the Supreme Court issued an order this evening - [Family disputes Govt claims over Lungu's body, says appeal still active](https://zambianeye.com/family-disputes-govt-claims-over-lungus-body-says-appeal-still-active/) - LUSAKA – Fresh controversy has erupted over the remains of former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu, with family spokesperson and lawyer Makebi Zulu disputing reports that the Zambian government has lawfully taken custody of the body. Speaking during a live address, Zulu said the family has not agreed to any release of the remains and insisted - [Zambian Government collects Lungu's body - SABC](https://zambianeye.com/zambian-government-collects-lungus-body-sabc/) - LUSAKA – South Africa’s public broadcaster South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is reporting that the Zambian government has collected the remains of former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu following the lapse of a legal appeal by the family. According to the report, the development follows the failure by the Lungu family to proceed with their appeal - [Body of former president Lungu goes missing from South Africa mortuary](https://zambianeye.com/body-of-former-president-lungu-goes-missing-from-south-africa-mortuary/) - – A shocking development has emerged in the prolonged funeral impasse of Zambia’s late former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu, with reports indicating that his body has allegedly gone missing from a mortuary in South Africa. According to information first reported by KBN TV, a family source has confirmed that the remains of the former Head - [Dolika Banda appointed Fred M'membe's running-mate, as President HH retains Nalumango](https://zambianeye.com/dolika-banda-appointed-fred-mmembes-running-mate-as-president-hh-retains-nalumango/) - The Fred M'membe led People's Pact faction has chosen former president Rupiah Banda's niece Dolika BANDA as it's presidential runningmate ahead of August 13 general election. Banda who has of late been working with John Sangwa is on record saying as the country moves closer to the 2026 general elections, understanding the current political - [UNZA students urged to vacate campus immediately or risk being expelled](https://zambianeye.com/unza-students-urged-to-vacate-campus-immediately-or-risk-being-expelled/) - University of Zambia (UNZA) students who are still on campus have been ordered to vacate immediately or face expulsion. In a press statement, the University said drastic measures will be taken to any student found wanting. UNZA recently announced an early recess following ongoing challenges related to water supply and sanitation on campus. The decision - [ZPPA terminates 20 contracts in Q1 over poor performance by contractors](https://zambianeye.com/zppa-terminates-20-contracts-in-q1-over-poor-performance-by-contractors/) - The Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) says it has approved 20 contract termination reports in the first quarter this year. Speaking during a media briefing in the capital this afternoon, ZPPA Director General Gloria Ngoma said the terminations were carried out as a result of non-performance and/ or abandonment of works by contractors. Ngoma also - [ECZ tightens consultative meetings attendance requirements](https://zambianeye.com/ecz-tightens-consultative-meetings-attendance-requirements/) - The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) says attendance to future consultative meetings should be strictly by invitation. Following the drama that ensued during the recent meeting, ECZ says invitation to future meetings will be restricted to credible political parties only. The ECZ update acknowledged the emerging disputes around party registration and leadership legitimacy. ECZ also - [They are scavengers, opportunists- Kabimba blasts PF defectors](https://zambianeye.com/they-are-scavengers-opportunists-kabimba-blasts-pf-defectors/) - ...They are not true politicians—just opportunists, and UPND must see them as such Veteran politician Wynter Kabimba says the UPND must not be deceived by the mass exodus of former PF Ministers, Members of Parliament and senior officials defecting to join the ruling party. 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