It’s fake news, Kaunda denies challenging M’membe for SP presidency
KELVIN Kaunda has denied ever saying he will challenge Fred M’membe for president, stating that the narrative is being run by “propaganda media houses”. Yesterday, Dr M’membe dropped Kaunda from the Socialist Party ranks after a statement went viral in which Kaunda was quoted as announcing his intention to stand as party president and claiming…...
M’membe drops Kaunda
SOCIALIST Party leader Dr Fred M’membe has dropped Kelvin Kaunda from his position as party Mobilisation Secretary. This comes after Kaunda recently endorsed PF presidential aspirant Brian Mundubile to lead the Patriotic Front. Further, in a video posted on his Facebook page last month, Kaunda had indicated that he was ready to serve and lead…....
Chipolopolo set for Burundi, South Africa friendlies
FAZ has confirmed that the Chipolopolo will play two high-profile international friendly matches against Burundi and South Africa during the November FIFA international window. FAZ General Secretary Machacha Shepande announced that the friendlies, set between November 10 and 18, are part of Zambia’s ongoing preparations for the Morocco 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). According…...
B1 exposes fake glamour in ‘Are You Selling’
HE gave us unforgettable hits like Sikiriti, Kwa George and Pillow, and now Mr Perfecto is back with a bang. His latest track, Are You Selling, carries a strong message. In the song, B1 calls out the illusion of flashy lifestyles promoted by influencers. He urges fans to look beyond the glitter and see what…...
FAZ to decide Grant’s successor today
THE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Executive Committee is set to convene today at the Intercontinental Hotel in Lusaka to confirm the appointment of a new Chipolopolo head coach following the departure of Avram Grant. The high-level meeting, expected to be chaired by FAZ president Keith Mweemba, will not only focus on selecting Grant’s successor…...
It’s jealousy, DM Siame defends his music against AI claims
GOSPEL musician Prophet DM Siame, best known for his trending song ‘Monekela Pa Bana Bandi’ (Burning Bush), has stirred public debate after claims surfaced that he used artificial intelligence to produce the track. The song’s vocals bear a striking resemblance to gospel artistes Abel Chungu and Ephraim Son of Africa, making many listeners to believe…...
Musicians are ready to turn up volume on low voter registration – ZAM
THE voter registration exercise, which started on October 13th and runs until November 11th, is currently underway but has seen a disappointing turnout so far. Stakeholders attribute the low numbers to poor sensitisation, leaving many Zambians unaware or unmotivated to register. Seeing a chance to turn things around, the Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) says…...
Mung’andu urges N/Western Province to reject opposition in 2026
CHAMA South PF MP Davison Mung’andu has warned the people of North Western Province against voting for the opposition in 2026. Speaking when he addressed people in North Western Province, Friday, Mung’andu said he himself was from the opposition and could confirm that the opposition had no alternative policies to offer. “Finally, some of us…...
UK, a new hotspot for Zambian musicians
THE UK and Australia have become hotspots for Zambian artistes, not by chance, but by opportunity, with stars like Danny Kaya, Chile One and Yo Maps getting fans on their feet last weekend in Birmingham. The Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) explains that artistes perform where they are booked the most, and the UK is…...
Those who don’t want constitutional amendment don’t want more constituencies – HH
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has told Solwezi residents that those who oppose the Constitutional amendment do not want more constituencies. And President Hichilema says there is no politician besides him who knows Zambia well, which is why he is committed to its development. Speaking when he arrived at Solwezi Airport, Friday, President Hichilema said people needed…...