Chinese mining firm ‘covered up toxic spill’ in Zambia

Farmers in Zambia are suing a Chinese-owned mining company they claim was responsible for one of the world’s worst environmental disasters. The government in Lusaka, which is renegotiating a $5.6 billion debt with Chinese lenders, has insisted...

Zambian court jails two men for attempting to ‘bewitch’ president

Published on September 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM by Edgar Naitha 183 words • approx. 1 min read A Zambian court has sentenced two men to two years in prison for attempting to use witchcraft to kill President Hakainde Hichilema. Leonard Phiri, a Zambian,...

Zambian farmers sue Chinese mining firms over toxic spill

LUSAKA, ZAMBIA - Almost 200 people affected by a major toxic spill at a northern Zambian mine have filed an $80-billion lawsuit against the Chinese firm that owns the mine, according to legal documents seen by AFP Wednesday. Millions of litres of...

Ezekiel Becomes First Nigerian in 38 Years to Reach the Final of 400m Hurdles

*Onwuzuruike drawn against champion Noah Lyles, others in 200m s’final Duro Ikhazuagbe NCAA Champion, Nathaniel Ezekiel, made history yesterday becoming the first Nigerian athlete in 38 years to reach the final of the 400m hurdles event of the...

Caritas Zambia Faults “vagueness” in President's Speech, Calls for Clear Strategies on National Challenges

Fr. Mapulanga observes that while President Hakainde Hichilema’s “expression of regret over the load shedding is appreciated,” tackling the matter with “concrete plans and timelines” is essential to restore public confidence. The Zambian Catholic...

Over 200 Journalists Accredited to the First World Public Assembly

September 17, 2025 Hour: 1:28 pm More than 200 journalists and representatives of the blogosphere have already been accredited to cover the work of the First World Public Assembly (WPA), an international event to be hosted in Moscow. RELATED: 1st...

Growing empowerment for women in Zambia

Sr Jane with women of the Mpika Diocese in Zambia (Catholic Mission) Catholic Mission and the broader Catholic community will come together to celebrate World Mission Month in October, guided by the theme “Missionaries of Hope Among All Peoples”....

Two men jailed for witchcraft plot against Zambian president

A Zambian court has sentenced two men to two years in prison for attempting to use witchcraft to kill President Hakainde Hichilema, in what legal experts say is the first case of its kind against a sitting head of state (BBC). Leonard Phiri, a...

Uncovering root causes for missed vaccinations in Zambia

Initial results point to real promise, including improved detection of zero-dose and under-vaccinated children, more efficient workflows for health workers, and greater vaccine uptake through tailored community engagement. With momentum building,...

A HISTORIC MILESTONE: 156 AMBULANCES PROCURED FOR ZAMBIA’S CONSTITUENCIES

A HISTORIC MILESTONE: 156 AMBULANCES PROCURED FOR ZAMBIA’S CONSTITUENCIES For the first time in Zambia’s history, every constituency will receive its own ambulance, marking a landmark achievement since independence. The Government of the Republic...

Four Arrested For Trafficking 44 Tonnes of Cannabis in Zambia

210 words • approx. 2 min read The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) in Zambia has intensified its crackdown on illicit drug activities, making significant seizures and arrests in Kafue District (Lusaka Province) and Livingstone District (Southern...

Zambia U17 thrash Mozambique in dead rubber 

The Zambia U17 National team roared back life in the a dead rubber and thrashed Madagascar 5-1 in their final group game. Coming into this game the defending champions Zambia had already been eliminated after losing their opening two games. The...

Cultural heritage digital preservation training program launches

On the morning of September 16, the Cultural Heritage Digital Preservation Training Program successfully commenced during the Cultural Heritage Digitalization Forum of the 2025 World Internet Conference. This marks the first training initiative...

Collaborate against cyber threats, BoZ governor tells banks

96 Views Bank of Zambia Governor Dr. Denny Kalyalya has called on banks in the country to adopt more aggressive on measures against cyber security threats and fraud. Speaking at the ninth annual banking industry survey report findings presentation...

New Würth Elektronik location in South Africa

New Würth Elektronik location in South Africa September 2025 News A new Würth Elektronik branch has opened in Brackenfell, Western Cape. The location operates under the name Wurth Electronics South Africa and will serve local customers, as well as...

Two Men Jailed After Attempting to Kill President with Witchcraft in Zambia

Two men were sentenced last week to two years in prison after they were caught attempting to assassinate the President of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, with witchcraft. Leonard Phiri, 43, and Jasten Candunde, 42, faced charges under the colonial-era...

Zambia’s 2026 election: How Hichilema is tilting the playing field against opponents- Sishuwa Sishuwa

Zambia’s 2026 election: How Hichilema is tilting the playing field against opponents By Sishuwa Sishuwa Zambia’s enviable record of 35 years of peaceful democratic elections appears to be under threat. With less than a year remaining before the...

Zambia’s 2026 election: How Hichilema is tilting the playing field against opponents

In a bid to secure another term, Zambia’s Hakainde Hichilema is controlling the judiciary, tampering with legislation and limiting activities by the opposition ahead of next year’s elections. Photo: Supplied Zambia’s enviable record of 35 years of...

Edgar Lungu: Court rejects ex-president's family's appeal, orders state funeral in Zambia

The Gauteng High Court dismissed an appeal by Edgar Lungu’s family, paving the way for Zambia’s former president to be repatriated for a state funeral in Lusaka A three-judge bench ruled that Lungu’s stay in South Africa was only temporary for...

Jay Jay Banda bays for President HH’s blood

98 Views Former Petauke Member of Parliament Emmanuel Jay Jay Banda has come out guns blazing against President Hakainde Hichilema saying he is running the country aground. Speaking in a video posted on his social media account, Banda rubbished...