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Kafwaya expressed personal views – Mundubile

Kafwaya expressed personal views – Mundubile

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By MUBITA KATETE THE views expressed by Mutotwe Kafwaya suggesting that Western Province does not need an international airport do not reflect or indeed represent the position of the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance nor those of the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), Brian Mundubile has said. Mr Mundubile, the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

ECL will be buried after August polls – Mundubile

ECL will be buried after August polls – Mundubile

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By BARNABAS ZULU BRIAN Mundubile has disclosed that he and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have agreed that late former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu will only be buried after they win the August 13, 2026 general election. Speaking before a mammoth campaign rally in Chinsali on Tuesday, Mr Mundubile urged Zambians to vote for the […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

That’s shameless politics, Lewanika condemns Mundubile over comments on Lungu’s burial

That’s shameless politics, Lewanika condemns Mundubile over comments on Lungu’s burial

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115 ViewsVeteran Zambian politician Akashambatwa Mbikusita Lewanika has come out strongly against Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, accusing him of turning the funeral arrangements of former President Edgar Lungu into a campaign issue. Lewanika described the remarks as shameless politics and said they do not reflect the respect owed to a former head […]

How the campaign calendar could shape Zambia’s 2026 election outcome

How the campaign calendar could shape Zambia’s 2026 election outcome

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107 Views With all protocols like constituency delimitation, nominations, and candidate selection complete and parties on the campaign trail, Zambia’s 2026 general election has entered a phase where timing itself becomes a political factor. The length of the campaign period, the spacing of key activities, and the sequencing of voter engagement will influence turnout, messaging, […]

We’ve just started fulfilling our 4 million jobs campaign promise, before becoming next government- OPP presidential candidate

We’ve just started fulfilling our 4 million jobs campaign promise, before becoming next government- OPP presidential candidate

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80 Views Dr. Brian Mushimba Presidential Candidate for the Organized People’s Party (OPP) says his party has already started fulfilling some of its election promises even before a single vote for 13 August polls is cast. He says his party promised 4 million jobs once it wins the forthcoming polls, and has already started delivering […]

Police detain 26-year-old over killing of campaign driver in Mazabuka

Police detain 26-year-old over killing of campaign driver in Mazabuka

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99 ViewsMazabuka, Southern Province — A 26-year-old man is in custody after the fatal stabbing of a driver linked to an independent parliamentary hopeful in Chief Hanjalika’s area. The incident has drawn attention in Magoye East Constituency as campaigns for the 2026 election intensify. Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo confirmed the arrest and […]

ECZ says 3.7 million presidential ballots printed out of 9.1 million target

ECZ says 3.7 million presidential ballots printed out of 9.1 million target

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23 Views LUSAKA — The Electoral Commission of Zambia has printed 3.7 million presidential ballot papers so far, putting it at just under 41 percent of its overall target with polling day approaching. The update was given by the Commission this week as political parties intensify campaigns ahead of the vote. According to the ECZ, […]

Kabesha seeks court clarity on independent candidates

Kabesha seeks court clarity on independent candidates

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By CHIKUMNBI KATEBE ATTORNEY General Mulilo Kabesha has asked the Constitutional Court to clarify when aspiring independent candidates must cease being members of political parties, seeking a definitive interpretation of whether the requirement applies on the nomination date or election date. This comes as the Consortium of Civil Society Organisations for Good Governance […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Govt releases K450m to settle UNZA, CBU lecturers’ perks

Govt releases K450m to settle UNZA, CBU lecturers’ perks

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By MUBITA KATETE GOVERNMENT has released K450 million to address pension and gratuity obligations affecting retired lecturers at University of Zambia (UNZA) and Copperbelt University (CBU). Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary for Administration Noriana Muneku said K88 million has been allocated to clear all outstanding pension and gratuity obligations for retirees at CBU, while […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.