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When Words Become Weapons

When Words Become Weapons

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The Book of James offers an old warning for a modern crisis: the tongue is small, but it can set a forest ablaze. After a contested election, Zambia is discovering just how quickly loose words can outrun public patience. Abigail Kabandula, a scholar who has spent more than a…

Youth Civil Society Groups raise concern over court closure.

Youth Civil Society Groups raise concern over court closure.

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A coalition of youth-led civil society organizations have raised concerns over the temporary closure of Zambia’s superior courts during ongoing security operations, warning that the move could undermine access to justice following the 2026 General Election. In a joint statement, Fight Inequality Alliance Zambia National Coordinator, Mr. Mputa Ngalande said the nationwide suspension of court […]

Mazembe trample Nkana in test match

Mazembe trample Nkana in test match

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In a closed-door pre-season friendly, Nkana FC on Tuesday welcomed continental heavyweights TP Mazembe of DR Congo as they suffered a 3-1 defeat at home in Wusakile. Yet for Coach Elijah Tana and the 13-time Zambian champions, the scoreline at Nkana Stadium told only half the…

Mumba Yachi sounds the alarm over the fading beat of Tradition.

Mumba Yachi sounds the alarm over the fading beat of Tradition.

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Zambian musician Mumba Yachi has called for greater efforts to preserve traditional music saying the country’s cultural sounds are an important part of its identity and uniqueness. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka star Yachi says traditional music should remain visible in the modern entertainment industry through the use of local languages, traditional instruments and […]

The petition is bigger than Mundubile and Makebi

The petition is bigger than Mundubile and Makebi

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Zambia’s present political crisis runs deeper than a dispute over who won the presidency. At its core lies a harder question: who controls the country’s institutions, and whether the major decisions shaping the nation’s future are still being made with the informed consent of its…

Zambia must choose dialogue over division

Zambia must choose dialogue over division

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Zambia has just come through a bruising election, and the burden of what happens next falls squarely on its leaders. Left unattended, electoral grievance hardens into national fracture. That responsibility begins with President Hakainde Hichilema and opposition leader Brian…

CHINA WARNS US AGAINST INTERFERING IN IRAN COOPERATION

CHINA WARNS US AGAINST INTERFERING IN IRAN COOPERATION

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CHINA WARNS US AGAINST INTERFERING IN IRAN COOPERATION China has issued a strong warning to the United States, urging Washington not to interfere in Beijing’s cooperation with Iran. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China’s cooperation with Tehran is conducted strictly “within the framework of international law.” He warned that any attempt to interfere […]

Russia Claims Strikes on Ukrainian Military Cargo in Port of Yuzhny

Russia Claims Strikes on Ukrainian Military Cargo in Port of Yuzhny

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Russia Claims Strikes on Ukrainian Military Cargo in Port of Yuzhny 🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia’s Defense Ministry says its forces struck two cargo vessels carrying military supplies to Ukraine at the port of Yuzhny, along with four warehouses containing military equipment belonging to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. According to the ministry, the strikes targeted facilities and shipments […]

Counterfeit money case adjourned

Counterfeit money case adjourned

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The Kabwe Magistrates’ Court has adjourned a case in which four Kabwe businessmen are accused of being in possession of forged bank notes after one of the accused failed to appear in court due to a road traffic accident. Resident Magistrate Lishaniso Wamundila adjourned the…

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