Lusaka: Human rights groups and the law association demand an explanation as Zambia completely shuts down its court system. This unexpected move has raised concerns among citizens and various stakeholders regarding the implications for justice and gov…
Zambia’s General Elections Results Acknowledged by EU
Zambia: The European Union (EU) has acknowledged the announcement by the Electoral Commission of Zambia regarding the results of the general elections held on 13 August, which saw the re-election of President Hakainde Hichilema. The EU’s statement com…
European Union Acknowledges Zambian General Election Results
Zambia: The European Union has recognized the announcement by the Electoral Commission of Zambia regarding the results of the general elections held on 13 August, which resulted in the re-election of President Hakainde Hichilema. The EU’s acknowledgme…
Zambian Authorities Urged to Investigate Former Minister’s Shooting Amid Post-Election Tensions
Lusaka: The reported killing of former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya has raised serious concerns in Zambia. His death, occurring against a backdrop of alleged arbitrary arrests and detentions of opposition members during the recent electoral period, has pr…
Transparency Now Key as Democratic Expectations Tested in Zambia’s Competitive but Uneven Election Playing Field
Lusaka: The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) to Zambia today presented its Preliminary Statement on the 13 August 2026 general elections. Critical stages of the electoral process, including the tabulation of results, are still ongo…