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Zimbabwe National Army warns against illegal 31 July protestsZimpapers WritersTHE Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has issued a stern warning to individuals planning to participate in today’s unsanctioned protests, declaring that security forces will not hesitate to take decisive action against anyone who attempts to disrupt public order, as Government intensified calls for Zimbabweans to continue […]

FROM “TERRORIST” TO “PARTNER”: TELEGRAM FOUNDER DUROV MOCKS RUSSIA’S DOUBLE STANDARD Telegram founder Pavel Durov has responded with sarcasm after reports that he was added to a Russian terrorist-related register, posting a meme that highlights what he sees as the Kremlin’s double standard. The image contrasts two pictures. On the left is Durov, labeled “terrorist […]

Saudi Arabia Leads Push for New Red Sea Security Alliance Saudi Arabia has launched a major diplomatic initiative to establish a new multinational security alliance aimed at safeguarding the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, according to regional reports. The proposed coalition is expected to include several Arab nations […]

BREAKING: Reports Say U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia Targeted by Drones The U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia has reportedly been targeted in a drone attack, according to claims circulating in regional media. Arab media outlets report that three drones, allegedly launched by Iran, targeted the diplomatic compound, with one reportedly striking an important infrastructure facility […]

BREAKING: CENTCOM Rejects Iranian Claims of F-35 Losses and Blockade Breach U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has denied reports circulated by Iranian state media claiming that Iranian forces shot down three U.S. F-35 fighter jets and three additional American military aircraft. In a statement, CENTCOM said no U.S. aircraft have been damaged or destroyed during ongoing […]

Houthi Warning to Saudi Arabia Raises Fears of Wider Regional Escalation The Yemeni Armed Forces aligned with the Houthi movement have issued a strong warning to Saudi Arabia, accusing the kingdom of abandoning the broader Muslim world by aligning itself with Israel. In a statement, the group alleged that Riyadh has prioritized political and strategic […]

By Francis Chipalo The Civil Society Elections Integrity Forum Zambia (CSEIFZ) has warned that escalating political violence in the Copperbelt and North Western Provinces risks fueling voter apathy and eroding Zambia’s democratic gains ahead of the 13 August 2026 General Elections. The forum has expressed “deep concern” over recent incidents, including reports that vehicles belonging […]

BEFORE we say anything else, there may be citizens who have not closely followed the campaign. Such people may easily consider our editorial headline today malicious. We are here to tell them that the agenda to release convicted PF officials serving prison sentences is not something we are merely speculating about. It is a promise […]

Johannesburg Mother Stops Son From Marrying Loving amaZulu Girl, Says She’ll Steal Wealth Later — What Happened Next Leaves Family in Shock What started as a beautiful love story quickly turned into a painful family conflict after a mother strongly opposed her son’s relationship with a Zulu woman he deeply loved. The young man, determined […]

ZAMBIA’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Ivan Zyuulu, has died, the government said Friday. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick K. Kangwa said in a statement that Zyuulu died Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka after an illness. The government said a funeral gathering is at House No. 28,