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United Nations Surrenders Mundubile and Makebi to Zambia Police BREAKING NEWS United Nations Surrenders Mundubile and Makebi to Zambia Police Zambia | August 27, 2026 In a dramatic development in Zambia's recent political saga, NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have reportedly surrendered to the Zambia Police following their stay at a United Nations compound in Lusaka. The development comes after the two opposition figures reportedly sought refuge at the United Nations amid heightened political tensions following the August 13, 2026 general elections. Their surrender is reportedly understood to have followed an agreement involving the United Nations Secretary-General's repre...

  St Agatha’s Relic Sparks Debate Over Catholic Faith FEATURED St Agatha’s Relic Sparks Debate Over Catholic Faith Credit: Dickson Jere A picture taken in Sicily, Italy, has sparked debate on social media about Catholic faith after a Catholic Archbishop was seen holding the skull of St Agatha of Sicily during a veneration ceremony in Catania. St Agatha is regarded by Catholics as a saint and martyr who died in the year 251. She is traditionally remembered as a virgin who was tortured and killed because of her Christian faith. The ceremony is known as the Veneration of Relics , a Catholic practice in which the remains or personal belongings associated with saints are treated with religious honour and devotion. ...

  Zambia Courts Closed as Presidential Election Challenge Deadline Nears BREAKING NEWS Zambia Courts Closed as Presidential Election Challenge Deadline Nears Zambia | August 24, 2026 Courts in Zambia's capital Lusaka and elsewhere in the country are reportedly closed today, Monday, which is the final day for challenging the presidential election results. Police have reportedly sealed off several courts, including the High Court and the building housing the Constitutional Court, with lawyers reportedly being told to leave. Opposition candidate Brian Mundubile, who reportedly secured 38 percent of the vote, has said he plans to challenge the election result, citing alleged irregularities in the electoral process. ...

  MOTOR VEHICLE CATCHES FIRE ALONG LYAMBAI ROAD IN MONG The Zambia Police Service in Western Province has confirmed a motor vehicle fire incident that occurred on Saturday, 22nd August 2026, at around 10:40 hours along Lyambai Road in the Lyambai area of Mongu District. The incident involved a Toyota Voxy wagon/Rosa bus, registration number AUB 4106, driven by 36-year-old Siyambango Mabote of Naliyonwa Village in Kalabo District. The vehicle was travelling from Kalabo to Mongu carrying 34 passengers who were members of the Apostolic Church. According to preliminary information, the driver heard a loud bang from the engine compartment while the vehicle was in motion. Shortly afterwards, the vehicle caught fire. All 34 passengers and the driver managed to safely evacuate the vehicle and no injuries were reported. However, the vehicle was extensively damaged by the fire. Police have since launched investigations to establish the exact cause of the engine explosion and subsequent fire....

  JUST IN: Police Dismiss Reports of Patrick Mwansa’s Death in Custody Police have dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that Patrick Mwansa, husband to Tasila Lungu, has died while in police custody. Deputy Police PRO Chipo Kaitisha says the reports are false and misleading, confirming that Mwansa is alive and in good health. Ms. Kaitisha has also disclosed that Mwansa’s family has been allowed access to him while he remains in police custody. Read more news here 👈

Police Charge Duo With Criminal Trespass After Allegedly Breaking Into Bedroom In Chalala BREAKING NEWS Police Charge Duo With Criminal Trespass After Allegedly Breaking Into Bedroom In Chalala Lusaka | Police Report | August 22, 2026 Police in Lusaka have charged two people, identified as Nsanda Phiri and Natasha Chanda, with Criminal Trespass after they allegedly entered a private bedroom in Chalala without permission. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred in Chalala, Lusaka, where the duo allegedly gained access to the bedroom of another person without lawful authority. Police are understood to have taken the matter seriously after the occupants reported the alleged intrusion, leading to investigations and ...

Police Charge Chester, Felix, IDC and 14 Others With Possession of Offensive Weapons BREAKING NEWS Police Charge Chester, Felix, IDC and 14 Others With Possession of Offensive Weapons Kalemba | 21 August 2026 | By George Musonda THREE entertainers, Moses Ng’andwe, popularly known as Chester More Power, Felix Phiri alias Felix Ndangeni Inshila and comedian Winston Ngosa, popularly known as IDC Light Comedy are among 17 people charged with riotous behaviour and possession of offensive weapons in Mongu. Chester, Felix Ndangeni Inshila, and IDC Light Comedy are currently detained at Mongu Correctional Facility alongside 14 other suspects. Western Province Police commanding officer Godfrey Mwanza said the 17 suspects have been formally charged wit...