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The opposition Resolute Party (RP) has resolved not to petition the outcome of the August 13, 2026 general election, saying such a move would be counterproductive. RP president Martin Phiri says now that elections are concluded, it is time for the country to focus on…

CCMG PRVT STATEMENT ON 2026 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION RESULTS The Christian Churches Monitoring Group (CCMG) has released its independent parallel vote tabulation (PRVT) findings, based on 1,491 of 1,500 sampled polling stations (99.4%). 🔹 Estimated turnout: 53.5% (±0.6%) — down from 70.6% in 2021 🔹 HH (UPND): 56.0% (±1.7%) 🔹 BM (NRPUP): 42.3% (±1.7%) 🔹 Other candidates: ≤0.5% each 🔹 Rejected ballots: 2.8% (±0.1%) CCMG confirms HH won outright with more than 50% of the vote. However, official…

GOVERNMENT has commended outgoing United Nations Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali for her "dedicated service and invaluable contribution" to the country’s development during her four-year tenure. Vice President Dr. W.K. Mutale-Nalumango said the government and people of Zambia expressed "profound appreciation" for Ms. Mutali’s partnership, commitment and friendship. "Your tenure has coincided with a period in

President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Felix Tshisekedi has congratulated President-elect Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election following the proclamation of Zambia’s presidential election results. President Tshisekedi has extended his warmest wishes to his…

15 Views First Quantum Minerals Zambia and Inde Credit have partnered to make it easier for Zambian-owned suppliers and contractors to access finance and compete in the mining sector. The collaboration was announced as part of efforts to support implementation of SI 68 of 2025 — the Local Content Regulations — which push for greater […]

Resolute Party President Dr. Martin Phiri has ruled out challenging President Hakainde Hichilema’s election victory, saying petitioning would be “counter productive.” Addressing the media in Lusaka Thursday morning, Dr. Phiri described the just-ended general elections as free and fair and confirmed that the Resolute Party has accepted the outcome. Dr. Phiri called on other political […]

THE family of National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential spokesperson George Chisanga has filed a High Court application seeking his release, saying he has been detained at Chelstone Police Station since Aug. 14 without charge. In court papers filed Aug. 17, Chisanga’s brother, Emmanuel Chisanga, said the family lost contact with George

CHOMBA MUSIKA Lusaka PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has warned that he will not tolerate individuals seeking to promote anarchy, political violence or division through the use of militias. Mr Hichilema said no one will be allowed to divide Zambia and warned that those found…

ZAMBIA is at an important moment in its democratic journey, and the need for peaceful, responsible and mature political engagement has never been greater. Elections inevitably generate strong emotions. Victories bring celebration while defeats can bring disappointment, anger…

Yuyi denied bail Former Copperbelt Province Police Commissioner Mwala Yuyi has applied for constitutional bail in the Ndola High Court, after spending 20 days in police custody over allegations of copper theft. The State has opposed the application, arguing that the alleged offence is non-bailable.