PF still a viable opposition party – Nakonde MP
NAKONDE PF member of parliament Lukas Simumba says his party is still a viable opposition as it has been responsible for exposing the UPND government’s maladministration. Simumba says in 2026, the UPND will be removed from power. Recently, Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa said the opposition in its current form posed no threat to the…...
Work with PF, 2026 election will be UPND vs Tonse, Mtayachalo urges opposition
CHAMA North PF MP Yotam Mtayachalo has urged other political parties to work with the Patriotic Front, stating that only PF and its alliance partner Tonse can unseat UPND next year. In an interview, Thursday, Mtayachalo said PF was currently the strongest opposition because it had members of parliament, councillors and mayors. He added that…...
Tonse, SP field separate candidates for Mfuwe by-election
THE Socialist Party and Tonse Alliance have fielded separate candidates for the upcoming Mfuwe Constituency by-election, scheduled for August 7, 2025. Returning Officer Gilbert Mwango officially closed the nomination centre at 15:00 hours on Wednesday, confirming that only three candidates had successfully filed nominations, representing the UPND, Tonse Alliance, and the Socialist Party. This development…...
Copper Princesses wallop Eswatini 8-0
THE Zambia Under-20 National Women’s Team has maintained its perfect record at the ongoing COSAFA U20 Women’s Region 5 Youth Games with another commanding 8-0 victory over Group B rivals Eswatini in their final group fixture played at the Hage Geingob Stadium in Windhoek, Namibia. A sensational five-goal haul from woman of the match Ruth…...
Zambia Judo shines at Region 5 Games
ZAMBIA’S National Judo Team has continued to impress at the Region 5 Youth Games by clinching five medals in Windhoek, Namibia. The impressive showing not only elevated Zambia’s medal standings but also showcased the country’s rising potential in judo on the regional stage. Leading the charge was Sylvia Nawila, who delivered a golden performance in…...
ZESCO United unveils 4 new players
ZESCO United has unveiling four high-profile signings to reinforce its squad for both domestic and continental challenges. The nine-time Zambian champions, who will be competing in the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup, confirmed the addition of midfielder Kelvin Mubanga Kampamba, defender Kabaso Chongo, Alaekwe Chijioke, and Ifoni Pepo on two-year deals as they look to reclaim…...
I think Police summon is over Lungu funeral interview – Nakacinda
PATRIOTIC Front (PF) Secretary General Raphael Nakacinda says he was summoned by police yesterday, speculating that it could be related to interviews he has given both locally and in South Africa concerning the death of former president Edgar Lungu. Speaking to journalists shortly after arriving at Police Force Headquarters on Wednesday, Nakacinda said he had…...
Barbra nets 2, Kundananji 1 as Queens drown Senegal 3-2
THE Zambia National Women’s Team has bolstered its hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 with a spirited 3-2 comeback victory over Senegal at El Bachir Stadium last night. Led by a commanding performance from captain Barbra Banda, who scored twice, and a goal…...
PF leaders knew they’d be arrested after losing power – Mposha
GREEN Economy and Environment Minister Mike Mposha says Patriotic Front (PF) members should not cry foul when they are asked to account for their wealth, noting that many of them predicted their own arrests while still in office because they were engaged in illegal activities. And Mposha says it is shocking that the PF would…...
Production of adult films tied to individual morals, not leadership – Youth Minister
MINISTER of Youth, Sports and Arts Elvis Nkandu has dismissed claims that the recent surge in obscene videos is a reflection of leadership failure. Responding to New Heritage Party president Chishala Kateka, who said the production of adult films by youths was an indication of leadership failure in all spheres of life, Nkandu argued that…...