News Digest - Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Today's top stories focus on crime and justice: a man in Solwezi was heavily fined for vehicle smuggling and tax evasion, while police investigate a murder in Kapiri Mposhi where a missing man was found buried in a shop. These cases highlight ongoing efforts to combat both economic crimes and violent offenses impacting Zambian communities.
News Digest - Monday, October 13th, 2025
News digest for Monday, October 13th, 2025 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Friday, October 10th, 2025
Today's top stories focus on Zambia's efforts to improve transport safety through Yango's driver training program and boost agricultural productivity with ZAMACE's new input loan facility for smallholder farmers. Readers will also find important updates on a high-profile libel case and the passing of beloved actress Wanga Zulu.
News Digest - Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Zambia's Chipolopolo secured a crucial World Cup qualifier win against Tanzania, keeping their qualification hopes alive, but coach Grant demands significant improvement. All eyes are now on Sunday's decisive home match against Niger in Ndola, a must-win game for Zambia to advance.
News Digest - Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Today's top stories include the removal of politically-labelled books from schools, a new road safety initiative for children in Lusaka, and a FIFA fine for FAZ due to crowd trouble. Readers should also watch for updates on judicial accountability regarding public land management and the upcoming World Cup qualifier to avoid further FIFA sanctions.
News Digest - Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Today's headlines focus on Zambia's economic growth, demonstrated by a tourism boom in Kafue National Park and efforts to combat tax evasion, including the seizure of smuggled whiskey and the jailing of a former ZRA head for corruption. Zambian youth are also in focus, with innovative AI training programs empowering the next generation of filmmakers and storytellers.
News Digest - Monday, October 6th, 2025
Today's top stories highlight a strong push for national unity in Zambia, with leaders across government and religious institutions condemning tribalism and promoting inclusivity. The government is also significantly expanding its Social Cash Transfer program to support vulnerable households, aiming to reach 16,385 families by 2025.
News Digest - Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Zambia is making strides in international collaboration, particularly with the UK on trade and energy, while simultaneously tackling domestic issues like police misconduct and sexual offenses. A constitutional review process is underway, and the courts have upheld key fiscal policies regarding betting taxes.
News Digest - Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Today's top stories include President Hichilema's efforts to strengthen international partnerships with the UK and a transformative $1.4 billion deal for the TAZARA railway to boost regional trade. However, concerns are rising as the Catholic Bishops reject the Constitution Amendment Bill, and the National Assembly convenes for a special sitting regarding critical appointments and environmental forecasts.
News Digest - Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Zambia faces rising fuel costs this October due to Kwacha depreciation and global oil prices, impacting household expenses. President Hichilema is in the UK seeking trade and investment deals, while domestically the government presented its final first-term budget highlighting economic progress and Access Bank committed K150M to support farmers.