SA court releases Lungu’s body for burial, as family fumes in protest
GOVERNMENT has announced that the South African High Court has formally transferred Edgar Lungu’s remains into its custody, following the family’s inability to proceed with their appeal. Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha SC says Lungu’s body has since been relocated to a facility managed by the South African government, adding that government will engage with the…...
One suspect has been arrested over Levy Medical University security incidents – Mwiimbu
MINISTER of Home Affairs and Internal Security Jack Mwiimbu says police have apprehended one suspect in connection with reported theft and rape cases targeting Levy Mwanawasa Medical University female students. Mwiimbu, however, says only one rape case involving a Levy Mwanawasa Medical University student was recorded in 2024. Meanwhile, Ministry of Information and Media Permanent…...
News Diggers Edition 2239 Thursday April 23, 2026
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HH reappoints Nalumango as UPND veep
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has reappointed Mutale Nalumango as UPND vice-president. The Head of State says the move is aimed at maintaining continuity in the party’s leadership as it prepares for the upcoming general elections. And Vice-President Nalumango says the appointment strengthens her resolve to contribute meaningfully to the continued progress of the UPND. In a…...
Kanyemba warns Copper Princesses as Rwanda target revenge against Zambia
ZAMBIA Under-17 girls’ national team coach Carol Kanyemba has warned her players against complacency ahead of today’s second leag FIFA U17 World Qualifier against Rwanda at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola. Kanyemba, who guided the Copper Princesses to a 2-0 away win in Rwanda last weekend, insisted that the first-leg advantage does not make the…...
We’ll ensure there is speed compliance during night travel – RTSA
THE Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) says it will ensure there is speed compliance at night following government’s move to lift the ban on night travelling. RTSA Acting Deputy Director for Safety Mubanga Mulenga says it will be a requirement that two drivers be assigned during night travel to help manage fatigue. Meanwhile, Police…...
Katuta claims historic Six-Star Abbott World Marathon glory in Boston
ZAMBIAN marathon runner Chilambe Katuta has etched his name in the history books after becoming the first Zambian male to earn the coveted Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star Finisher’s Medal following his participation in the 130th Boston Marathon in the United States of America on Monday. The prestigious Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star…...
Power target 10-point cushion as Nkwazi test looms, Zanaco host Eagles
SUPER League action resumes following a shift to ABSA Cup quarter-finals, with defending champions Power Dynamos aiming to open a 10-point lead when they visit high-flying Nkwazi at Edwin Imboela Stadium in this afternoon’s rescheduled Week 27 fixture. The Kitwe giants, fresh from a commanding 2-0 knockout win over Nchanga Rangers in the ABSA Cup…...
Trade unions are free under UPND unlike in the past – ZCTU
ZAMBIA Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) president Blake Mulala says the UPND government has allowed trade unions to operate freely without interference, compared to previous regimes. And Mulala says while some people accuse unions of being “too political” when they speak out, their role naturally involves engaging with government on policies that affect workers. Speaking…...
ECZ official testifies against Miles, “tent polling station along Lilayi Road was legal”
ECZ Corporate Affairs Officer Raphael Phiri has told the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court that the tent polling station along Lilayi Road, allegedly claimed to be illegal by Miles Sampa, is a gazetted site which has been operational for over 10 years. This is in a matter in which Sampa is charged with one count of using…...