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ECZ sets September 18th, 2025, for the Chibulula Ward by-election
Lusaka Times
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August 18, 2025
The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has set September 18th, 2025 as the date for the Chibulula Ward by election in Mpulungu Constituency. Mpulungu District Electoral officer, Milton Sakala revealed that preparations for the forthcoming...
Zambia copper output at 439,644 metric tons in H1, mines minister says
Hellenic Shipping News
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August 14, 2025
Zambia’s copper production in the first half of this year was about 439,644 metric tons, up from 373,263 tons in the same period last year, mines minister Paul Kabuswe said on Thursday. Source: Reuters
Zambia Concludes SADC Organ Troika Tenure
Lusaka Times
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August 17, 2025
Zambia has formally concluded its two-year tenure in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ Troika on Politics, Defense and Security Cooperation, as Foreign Affairs Minister Mulambo Haimbe, represented President Hakainde Hichilema...
Zambia Pays Tribute to Late President Levy Mwanawasa and Former First Lady Maureen Mwanawasa
Lusaka Times
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August 17, 2025
Former First Ladies Thandiwe Banda and Christine Kaseba Sata The nation united yesterday in solemn remembrance as a memorial service was held in honour of Zambia’s Third Republican President, Dr. Levy Patrick Mwanawasa, and his wife, Dr. Maureen...
Zambia remembers Mwanawasa, Wife
Zambian Eye
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August 16, 2025
242 Views Levy Mwanawasa Maureen Mwanawasa Today a Joint Memorial for President Levy Patrick Mwanawasa and former First Lady Maureen Mwanawasa will be held at TwinPalm Baptist Church, Twinpalm Road, Ibex Hill. President Hakainde Hichilema led...
CHAN 2024: Kenya beats Zambia to top Group A, as Morocco defeats DRC to qualify for quarters
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
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August 17, 2025
Ryan Ogam’s 75th-minute goal with an assist from substitute Boniface Muchiri was enough to secure Harambee Stars a 1-0 victory over Zambia ,to ensure Kenya claimed a top spot in Group A at the ongoing African Nations Championship. The tough...
Ruto rocks flashy Sh126,000 Ferragamo Gancini shoes during Kenya vs Zambia clash
The Standard
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President Ruto cheers during the Kenya vs Zambia match at Moi Sports Centre Kasarani [PCS] Kenyans are still in celebration mode after Harambee Stars’ thrilling 1-0 victory over Zambia at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. But while...
KEY TAKEAWAYS: KANSANSHI MINE S3 EXPANSION LAUNCH
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
KEY TAKEAWAYS: KANSANSHI MINE S3 EXPANSION LAUNCH • US$1.3 Billion Investment: First Quantum Minerals (FQM) launches the Kansanshi Mine S3 Expansion Project, one of the largest single investments in Zambia’s history. • Extended Mine Life: The...
Zambia’s Electoral Commission sets October 13, 2025 to kickstart mass voters registration
The Maravi Post
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August 16, 2025
LUSAKA-(MaraviPost)-The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has officially announced that Mass Voter Registration is expected to begin on October 13, 2025. This milestone is a key step in the preparations for the 2026 General Election. The...
ZAMBIA’S 2026 ELECTION TIMETABLE: A RACE AGAINST TIME
Zambian Observer
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August 16, 2025
*ZAMBIA’S 2026 ELECTION TIMETABLE: A RACE AGAINST TIME _By Brian Matambo – Sandton, South Africa_ COMPRESSED SCHEDULE, HIGH STAKES The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has released a tightly packed roadmap for the 2026 general election. The...
PRESIDENT HICHILEMA LEADS NATION IN HONOURING LATE PRESIDENT LEVY MWANAWASA AND FORMER FIRST LADY DR. MAUREEN MWANAWASA
Zambian Observer
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August 16, 2025
PRESIDENT HICHILEMA LEADS NATION IN HONOURING LATE PRESIDENT LEVY MWANAWASA AND FORMER FIRST LADY DR. MAUREEN MWANAWASA LUSAKA — President Hakainde Hichilema joined mourners in a joint memorial service to honour the lives and legacies of the late...
PRESIDENTIAL PARDONS- Dickson Jere
Zambian Observer
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August 16, 2025
PRESIDENTIAL PARDONS By Dickson Jere You see, Presidents don’t go around prisons looking for those to be pardoned. That is done by the system through prisons authorities or Zambia Correctional Services (ZCS). Usually, there is even committee under...
Britain's most elusive conman: The luxury lifestyle led by Zambian fraudster who stole £3.5m in elaborate scam before finally being deported after 25 YEARS
Daily Mail
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August 17, 2025
Dressed in a tailored suit and travelling only by chauffeur-driven limousines, Alick Kapikanya looked every inch the successful businessman. He lived in mansions in some of the most exclusives postcodes in leafy Cheshire, stayed in suites at...
NO LAW GAZETTING EMBASSY PARK AS PRESIDENTIAL BURIAL SITE…..ECL died as ordinary citizen, Claims Tonse Alliance Youth Chair
Zambian Observer
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August 15, 2025
NO LAW GAZETTING EMBASSY PARK AS PRESIDENTIAL BURIAL SITE …..ECL died as ordinary citizen, Claims Tonse Alliance Youth Chair Lusaka… Friday August 15, 2025 – Tonse Alliance National Youth Chairman Celestine Mambula Mukandila says there is no law...
Details of Ruto’s Designer Sneakers Worn During Kenya vs Zambia CHAN Game
Kenyans.co.ke
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August 17, 2025
President William Ruto was spotted with an exquisite pair of sneakers during his appearance at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, for the Harambee Stars' game against Zambia on Sunday, August 17. The Harambee Stars continued their...
Ruto prays for Stars after win against Zambia
Star
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President William Ruto prays for Harambee Stars on August 17, 2025 / ScreengrabPresident William Ruto on Sunday prayed for Harambee Stars after winning the match against Zambia. Ruto met the Harambee Stars team in the changing room shortly after...
Chishimba Kambwili’s daughter begs President Hichilema to pardon him
Zambian Observer
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August 17, 2025
An Open Appeal to His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema Date: 17th August 2025 Your Excellency, I write to you not only as a concerned citizen of this great nation, but as a daughter, helplessly watching her father’s health and spirit...
2024 CHAN: Kenya edge Zambia to seal top spot in Group A
Panapress
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August 17, 2025
17 august 2025 - 16:29:17 MA/WA 201 Views Panafrican News Agency Nairobi, Kenya (PANA) - Kenya confirmed their dominance in Group A of the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia at a...
Goal and Highlights for Zambia 0-1 Kenya in African Nations Championship Match
VAVEL
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August 17, 2025
Thanks! And that's all for now! Thank you for watching this African Nations Cup match. Stay tuned for the next matches of the competition, which will enter its knockout stage. Good morning, and see you next time! END OF MATCH In a game of high...
GOVERNMENT MAKES FUNERAL BENEFITS A LEGAL RIGHT FOR WORKERS FAMILIES
Zambia Reports
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August 14, 2025
Government has replaced the discretionary model for worker death benefits with a legally guaranteed right to funeral expense reimbursement. The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has acknowledged that the reform is a major step towards...