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…but says he has managed to navigate the most difficult economic storms in four years and ten months, having taken over a country that was burdened by debt, economic difficulties compounded by drought, cholera and mismanagement By MUBITA KATETE THE four years and 10 months of the UPND government have been traumatic, having inherited […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

By BENEDICT TEMBO ONLY two Zambian golfers have made the cut at the ongoing Mopani Zambia Open golf tournament at Nkana Golf Club in Kitwe. Stallion Daka, an amateur golfer and Dayne Moore, professional, are the two Zambians standing after day two of the 72-hole tournament. Daka of Lusaka Golf Club and South Africa-based […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Nyirenda vows to restore Nyasa Big Bullets’ lost glory By BENEDICT TEMBO FORMER Chipolopolo coach Wedson Nyirenda has vowed to restore a winning mentality at Malawian giants FCB Nyasa Big Bullets after signing a two-year contract with the club. Unveiled on Wednesday, Nyirenda noted the stature of his new side, describing Big Bullets […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Mexico’s Raul Jimenez celebrates scoring their second goal. – REUTERS/Pawel Kopczynski© Thomson Reuters MEXICO got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in an encounter with three red cards as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to a cloud of red mist at […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has named four former United Party for National Development (UPND) Members of Parliament who did not vote in support of Bill 7. The former Members of Parliament are Garry Nkombo, Elijah Muchima, Newton Samakai, and Elias Mubanga. Speaking in Solwezi this morning when he addressed supporters at Solwezi Airport, President Hichilema said […]

NATIONAL Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), president Brian Mundubile has pledged to reserve mining waste dumpsites for small-scale miners, popularly known as jerabos, if elected. Speaking at a campaign rally at Kitwe Playing Fields ahead of the Aug 13 election, Mundubile said local youth should be the primary beneficiaries of mining opportunities. Once […]

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema was in North-Western Province today for a day-long working visit, where he urged UPND supporters to remain united ahead of the Aug 13 elections. Addressing supporters at Solwezi Airport this morning, HH said the party must “pull in one direction” to secure votes for UPND candidates at all levels. “We should not […]

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia, ECZ, has lifted the suspension of all political campaign activities in Mazabuka Central Constituency with immediate effect. In a public notice seen by Mwebantu, Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro said the decision followed a review of the prevailing situation in consultation with stakeholders. “The review has confirmed that the conditions […]

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema is expected in Kitwe this afternoon to meet UPND adopted candidates and selected party structures from Copperbelt Province. The President will address party members at Hakainde Hichilema House, the UPND Copperbelt Provincial Secretariat, as part of his countrywide tour to meet all adopted candidates ahead of elections. Copperbelt UPND Chairman Elisha Matambo […]

THE BETRAYAL OF TRUST: GARRY NKOMBO’S VOTE AGAINST BILL 7 EXPOSES HIS RECKLESS AMBITION 13th June, 2026.By Staff Reporter Loyalty in politics is not measured by smiles during rallies or praise-singing in party uniforms. It is measured in the quiet moments of decision when a single vote can either fortify a government fighting for national […]