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In a decisive move to bolster governance and enhance efficiency, President Hakainde Hichilema has executed a comprehensive reshuffle of Zambia’s ministerial and permanent secretary positions, effective immediately. This strategic realignment reflects the President’s commitment to aligning his administration with the nation’s evolving […]

By Juliet Mulonga The UPND walkout from a crucial parliamentary debate on the cost of living crisis has triggered widespread criticism. This decision, which led to the collapse of the quorum, has fueled concerns about the government’s commitment to tackling Zambia’s economic hardships. To make matters worse, the Ministry of Finance later […]

Hon. Jack Mwiimbu’s Hollow Assurance of Peaceful 2026 Elections An Insult to Zambians By Thandiwe Ketis Ngoma The recent assurance by Home Affairs Minister Hon. Jack Mwiimbu that Zambia will have peaceful elections in 2026 is not only misleading but an outright insult to the intelligence of Zambians. How can anyone promise a credible and

Laura Miti Criticizes Government Appointments: “How Can He Be So Bad at Hiring and Firing?” Governance activist Laura Miti has voiced her frustration over what she sees as a decline in the quality of government appointments in Zambia. In a Facebook post, Miti reflected on past administrations, comparing their leadership choices to the current […]

By Lucasensio Zulu The recent walkout by United Party for National Development (UPND) Members of Parliament (MPs) during a parliamentary debate on the high cost of living has sparked widespread discussion and debate across Zambia. While some have criticized the move as an avoidance tactic, others view it as a strategic stand to prioritize the

Did UPND MPs Walk Out to Avoid the Cost of Living Debate? A Deeper Look. By Adrian Gunduzani The recent walkout by UPND Members of Parliament on a motion on the cost of living has sparked significant discussion across social media and news platforms. As the rising cost of goods and services continues to impact

Five Zambians Flee with K311,000 in Armed Robbery Targeting Chinese Nationals A daring aggravated robbery has left five Chinese nationals traumatized after a gang of five armed Zambians stormed XL Waste Management Company, making off with K311,000 in cash and valuable electronics. The attack occurred on February 18, 2025, at approximately 20:00 […]

The United Party for National Development (UPND) is alarmingly losing the battle in the media arena. This isn’t due to biased news outlets or deliberate favoritism towards the opposition; it’s a consequence of our own inertia. Media houses thrive on content, and currently, the opposition is feeding them a feast while we serve crumbs. As

The Economic and Financial Crimes Court was presented with startling revelations as prosecutors detailed how Chrint Sichamba, proprietor of Ndozo Lodge, received over $3.5 million in his business bank account in a single day. The funds are alleged to be proceeds of crime. During the trial, Clement Chipasha, an arresting officer from the […]

UPND’s Walk-Out in Parliament: A Disastrous Move That Shakes the Foundations of Leadership By Amb. Emmanuel Mwamba President Hakainde Hichilema’s government has reached a low point with the shocking and embarrassing decision of UPND Members of Parliament (MPs) to walk out of a crucial parliamentary debate. This move, intended to collapse […]