News Digest - Friday, May 22nd, 2026
News digest for Friday, May 22nd, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Zambia confronts a day of profound national reflection as tragedy and political tension unfold: the death toll from illicit alcohol in Choma rises to 29, underscoring urgent public health and safety concerns, while the arrest of 20 suspects in the attack on politician Gary Nkombo highlights escalating risks to democratic integrity ahead of August’s elections. Amid these challenges, moments of pride emerge—Kings Kangwa’s championship triumph in Israel and calls for early AFCON preparation remind us of the resilience and potential that continue to define Zambia’s journey.
News Digest - Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
News digest for Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
News digest for Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Monday, May 18th, 2026
Zambia sees significant progress in community development through the Constituency Development Fund, with new healthcare facilities, schools, and entrepreneurship initiatives transforming lives in Mbala, Lusaka, Munali, and beyond, even as the official campaign season begins and President Hichilema calls for peace and impartial law enforcement ahead of the August 13 elections. Amid these developments, ethical governance remains under scrutiny following the ACC’s warning against corruption, while localized health alerts and tragic mob violence highlight ongoing public safety challenges.
News Digest - Friday, May 15th, 2026
Zambia enters a critical election phase with Parliament dissolved and campaigns set to begin, amid strong democratic and economic headwinds: the IMF praises macroeconomic gains but warns of fiscal risks ahead of the August 13 polls, while governance challenges persist, from controversial legislation to corruption prosecutions and border security successes. Key developments in digital governance, mining, energy, and health underscore efforts to modernize and strengthen institutions, even as scrutiny grows over electoral integrity, public accountability, and sustainable progress.
News Digest - Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
News digest for Wednesday, May 13th, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
News digest for Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Monday, May 11th, 2026
News digest for Monday, May 11th, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.
News Digest - Friday, May 8th, 2026
News digest for Friday, May 8th, 2026 covering the latest developments in Zambian news.