Zambia Monitor Headlines Today

93-year-old Biya appoints son Vice President, military commander to tighten family’s grip on Cameroon

Zambia police kill five suspected robbers in alleged firefight in Chingola

Intrigues in ruling UPND, as man claiming leadership says he founded party, but faces threat of legal action

Malawi considers castration for sexual offenders, sparks debate

Senior youth leaders quit Socialist Party within hours of key appointment

Ruling UPND launches internal elections ahead of 2026 General Assembly

Zambian musician, Pompi, sparks debate after being denied entry to Livingstone Crocodile Park

‘I don’t need pity,’ Bimbo Ademoye responds to backlash after release of emotional video ahead of film

New initiative targets $5 billion in investment for Africa’s energy access

Techbytes: Novastar Ventures closes $147 million fund for African startups (Tech Africa)

Gwembe constituency students cry out over welfare concerns at Eden University

Paramount Chief, Mphezeni, warns against environmental destruction, backs govt climate efforts

Govt says TAZARA rehabilitation works expected to begin soon

Africa urged to fast-track women’s financial inclusion as leaders warn slow progress undermining growth

Aidoo William calls for Zambia–Ghana film collaboration to boost cultural exchange

Late Charles strike knocks Arsenal out as Southampton reach FA Cup semi-finals

US rescues missing fighter jet pilots after F-15 shot down over Iran

Chelsea crush Port Vale to storm into FA Cup semi-finals

WWF Zambia unveils $43 million plan to restore ecosystems, boost climate resilience

Haaland hat-trick fires Man City past Liverpool into record eighth straight FA Cup semi-final

Electoral Commission of Zambia sets April date for presidential nomination fee payments

World Bank hails Zambia’s progress in social protection, poverty reduction

Civil society group urges transparency on fuel tax relief, warns rural poor hit hardest

Immigration Football Club FC arrives South Africa for Pirates Cup 2026

Senegal halts officials’ foreign travel as oil prices surge amid global conflict

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Businessman denies circulating rumour alleging affair involving President Hichilema

Ex-student’s union leader, Mwanza, fears hijack of UNZA students body by politicians

Four toddlers fatally stabbed in Kampala nursery school attack, suspect detained

Civil group calls for nationwide audit of Zambia’s CDF spending

Bank of Zambia rolls out benchmark bond strategy to strengthen capital market, attract more investors

Zambia Premier League suspends ZESCO United over court action

Zambia, Botswana advance Mosetse–Kazungula–Livingstone rail project

Zambia court bars rival faction from taking over New Congress Party leadership