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26/03/2026

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26/03/2026

The annual inflation for March 2026 was recorded at 7.1 percent from 7.5 percent recorded in February 2026.

26/03/2026

Zanaco extend Lambert’s contract

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ZANACO FC have secured the services of Cameroonian striker Araina Lambert for another two years, with the forward putting pen to paper on a contract extension that enforces the club’s commitment to building a formidable squad for the future.
On Tuesday, the club capitalised on the ongoing international break to finalize

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ZANACO FC have secured the services of Cameroonian striker Araina Lambert for another two years, with the forward putting pen to paper on a contract extension that enforces the club’s commitment to building a formidable squad for the future. On Tuesday, the club capitalised on the ongoing internat...

26/03/2026

Chipolopolo arrive in Botswana as Mutapa hypes squad

By Diggers Correspondent

CHIPOLOPOLO Boys Interim Assistant Coach, Oswald Mutapa has described the four-nations tournament as an important opportunity that his side can use to cultivate the habit of winning.
Speaking ahead of the Chipolopolo Boys’ journey to Francistown, Botswana for the Four – Nations tournament, he highlighted the game’s importance especially for

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CHIPOLOPOLO Boys Interim Assistant Coach, Oswald Mutapa has described the four-nations tournament as an important opportunity that his side can use to cultivate the habit of winning. Speaking ahead of the Chipolopolo Boys’ journey to Francistown, Botswana for the Four – Nations tournament, he hi...

26/03/2026

Lubinda, Makebi confer after PF convention

By Mwenya Mofya

LUSAKA lawyer Makebi Zulu says Given Lubinda’s experience will remain invaluable as PF works to reposition itself as a credible alternative for Zambians.
On Saturday, the Lubinda-led faction held its convention and declared Zulu as the winner of the party presidency.
In a Facebook post, Zulu said he had productive discussions

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LUSAKA lawyer Makebi Zulu says Given Lubinda’s experience will remain invaluable as PF works to reposition itself as a credible alternative for Zambians. On Saturday, the Lubinda-led faction held its convention and declared Zulu as the winner of the party presidency. In a Facebook post, Zulu said ...

26/03/2026

Criminals don't sleep; we must act fast to block illicit funds - FIC

By Angela Muchinshi

CRIMINALS do not sleep, so we need to move fast to conclude these cases to ensure that funds are blocked before leaving the country, says the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC).
In an interview, FIC Director for Compliance and Prevention Diphat Tembo said while law enforcement agencies may face challenges during

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CRIMINALS do not sleep, so we need to move fast to conclude these cases to ensure that [illicit] funds are blocked before leaving the country, says the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC). In an interview, FIC Director for Compliance and Prevention Diphat Tembo said while law enforcement agencies ma...

26/03/2026

Opposition parties have never held rallies since UPND formed govt, laments Mwila

By Elizabeth Mabenga

FORMER PF secretary general Davies Mwila has lamented that opposition parties have not been allowed to hold rallies and indoor meetings since UPND formed government.
Speaking to journalists, Wednesday, Mwila claimed that it was unfortunate that permits to assemble were only given to the UPND and not the opposition.
“Under the

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FORMER PF secretary general Davies Mwila has lamented that opposition parties have not been allowed to hold rallies and indoor meetings since UPND formed government. Speaking to journalists, Wednesday, Mwila claimed that it was unfortunate that permits to assemble were only given to the UPND and not...

26/03/2026

Auditor General should vacate office, refund all salaries, LAZ demands

By Precious Daka

THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has petitioned the Constitutional Court, challenging Acting Auditor General Dr Ron Mwambwa’s continued occupation of office despite being above the prescribed retirement age.
LAZ is seeking an order requiring that all salaries, allowances and other emoluments drawn by Dr Mwambwa in his capacity as Auditor

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THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has petitioned the Constitutional Court, challenging Acting Auditor General Dr Ron Mwambwa’s continued occupation of office despite being above the prescribed retirement age. LAZ is seeking an order requiring that all salaries, allowances and other emoluments dr...

26/03/2026

Chief Mabumba wouldn’t tolerate insults in his chiefdom - Mwaliteta

By Angela Muchinshi

LUSAKA Province UPND Chairman Obvious Mwaliteta says chiefs can quietly talk to President Hakainde Hichilema if they feel there is no freedom of expression in the country.
Recently, Chief Mabumba said there was no freedom of expression and speech in the country. This was after he and his Mpika counterpart, Chief

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LUSAKA Province UPND Chairman Obvious Mwaliteta says chiefs can quietly talk to President Hakainde Hichilema if they feel there is no freedom of expression in the country. Recently, Chief Mabumba said there was no freedom of expression and speech in the country. This was after he and his Mpika count...

26/03/2026

We're in the process of establishing a database to curb ghost students - HEA

By Ulande Nkomesha

THE Higher Education Authority (HEA) says it is in the process of establishing a centralised student database to support the needs of the labour market and the requirements of a 24/7 economy.
The Authority also says that apart from the University of Zambia, the ranking of universities in the country is

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THE Higher Education Authority (HEA) says it is in the process of establishing a centralised student database to support the needs of the labour market and the requirements of a 24/7 economy. The Authority also says that apart from the University of Zambia, the ranking of universities in the country...

26/03/2026

We’ll soon lift night travel ban for trucks, buses to support 24-hour economy - Govt

By Elizabeth Mabenga

COMMERCE, Trade and Industry Minister Chipoka Mulenga has clarified that not all sectors will open at once under the 24-hour economy, saying the first sectors to be opened will be retail and transport markets.
Mulenga says government will ensure police presence is available on a 24-hour basis to provide security.
Mulenga has

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COMMERCE, Trade and Industry Minister Chipoka Mulenga has clarified that not all sectors will open at once under the 24-hour economy, saying the first sectors to be opened will be retail and transport markets. Mulenga says government will ensure police presence is available on a 24-hour basis to pro...

26/03/2026

Sumaili’s shameless and casual violence against the truth

By Diggers Editor

REVEREND Godfridah Sumaili claims that cadreism and political violence are worse under the UPND than they were under the Patriotic Front. This is an outrageous and blatant lie coming from a former minister of religious affairs. It is even more troubling because Christianity does not permit this kind of casual

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REVEREND Godfridah Sumaili claims that cadreism and political violence are worse under the UPND than they were under the Patriotic Front. This is an outrageous and blatant lie coming from a former minister of religious affairs. It is even more troubling because Christianity does not permit this kind...