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CSALR urges Zambians to protect development gains through informed choices By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24  -- 16-07-2026 -- The Civil Society Alliance on Legal Reforms (CSALR) has urged Zambians to take ownership of the country’s future by making informed and responsible choices in the forthcoming general election. The Alliance says the power to influence the direction of national development rests with citizens through the decisions they make at the ballot box, urging voters to carefully consider policies, leadership records, and development plans before casting their votes. Speaking during a town hall meeting in Rufunsa District, CSALR Alliance Chairperson Dr. Caroline Katotobwe said elections provide citizens with an opportunity to shape the future of the country by choosing leaders who can address their concerns and advance national development. Dr. Katotobwe said voters should look beyond political slogans, party loyalty, and personalities, and instead focus on the poli...
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98th Show Set to Deliver Economic Boost

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Fully booked exhibition space signals confidence in agriculture, trade and investment opportunities By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka , Zambia24 – 16-07-2026 - The 98th Agricultural and Commercial Show is set to provide a major boost to Zambia’s economy after organisers announced that all exhibition space has been fully booked, signalling renewed confidence from businesses, farmers and investors despite the uncertainties surrounding the election period. The annual showcase, which has grown beyond a traditional agricultural exhibition into a major trade and investment platform, will bring together farmers, corporate entities, government institutions, innovators and international exhibitors to explore opportunities in agriculture, mining, energy, finance, technology and commerce. Speaking during a press briefing in Lusaka, Agricultural and Commercial Cooperative Society of Zambia (ACSZ) Vice President Mr. Rene (R.) Lourens said the overwhelming response from exhibitors demonstrates t...
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AIPAC Demands Neutrality From Ambassadors

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Think tank says diplomats and civil servants must stay out of partisan politics or resign By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24, Wednesday, July 15, 2026 — The Acton Institute for Policy Analysis Centre (AIPAC) has called on Ambassador Andrew Banda and other serving ambassadors to refrain from engaging in partisan politics, insisting that diplomats and civil servants must remain politically neutral in accordance with the Constitution. AIPAC Executive Director Solomon Ngoma expressed concern over what the organisation described as partisan remarks recently made by Ambassador Banda, arguing that ambassadors are career diplomats whose duty is to represent the Republic of Zambia rather than political parties. Ngoma said ambassadors who openly campaign for political parties undermine the professionalism of the diplomatic service, compromise Zambia's international standing and weaken the country's foreign relations. He further urged senior civil servants to respect the dire...
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Check In, Save a Life

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ZMAI Social Care Foundation and SAWOV urge Zambians to look out for one another through early support, compassion and meaningful conversations By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24  -- (14-06-2026) -- Mental health advocates have urged Zambians to make checking on family members, friends, and neighbours a routine practice as part of efforts to address depression, reduce stigma, and provide early support to people experiencing emotional challenges. The call was made during the launch of the “Check Your Neighbor” Campaign , a national mental health awareness initiative by ZMAI Social Care Foundation in partnership with Support A Woman of Valor (SAWOV) . The campaign seeks to encourage open conversations about mental health and promote a culture where individuals feel supported through simple acts of care, including making phone calls, offering encouragement, and showing concern for others. SAWOV president Mirriam Mumba, popularly known as Suwilanji , said the initiative comes at a...
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‘Bally Has Fixed It’

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NACOSU defend Hichilema’s record, citing free education, CDF bursaries, restored meal allowances and social protection programmes as evidence of improved opportunities for young people. Student leaders have rallied behind President Hakainde Hichilema's re-election bid, crediting the UPND government's free education policy, Constituency Development Fund (CDF) bursaries, restored meal allowances and expanded social protection programmes with transforming the lives of thousands of young Zambians and opening opportunities that were previously beyond their reach. The National Council of Students Union (NACOSU) has urged students across the country to vote for President Hichilema in the August 13 general election, saying the ruling UPND administration has delivered tangible development and created a better environment for young people. The endorsement comes as political parties intensify campaigns ahead of Zambia's general election, with youth and student constituencies emerg...
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156 Constituencies Set for Solar Power Revolution

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K4.3 billion Presidential Energy Initiative to deliver 312MW of clean power, boost irrigation and create new revenue streams for councils Lusaka , Zambia24 – (14-07-2026) --  Zambia’s energy landscape is set for a major transformation after Government signed Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts for the implementation of a 312-megawatt (MW) solar power project covering all 156 constituencies in the country. The project, being implemented under the Presidential Constituency Energy Initiative (PCEI) , will see each constituency allocated a 2MW solar photovoltaic power plant as part of Government’s efforts to address the country’s electricity deficit and increase investment in renewable energy. The initiative, estimated to cost approximately K4.3 billion , is expected to commence immediately after the groundbreaking ceremony, with completion targeted within 12 months from the date of site mobilisation . Speaking during the contract signing ceremony, Ministry of...
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Zambia Leads COMESA Digital Talks

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As Government Drives Responsible AI Adoption and Inclusive Digital Transformation and  stronger policies, regional cooperation as COMESA develops AI and digital inclusion frameworks under IDEA programme By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka. Zambia24 – (13-7-2026) --  Zambia has called for stronger regional cooperation, responsible adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and inclusive access to digital technologies as COMESA member states begin consultations aimed at developing regional frameworks for artificial intelligence and digital inclusion. Speaking at the opening of the consultative engagement and awareness training on AI, emerging technologies and digital inclusion, Ministry of Science and Technology Permanent Secretary Brilliant Habeenzu said Zambia was committed to ensuring that digital transformation delivered meaningful benefits to citizens while promoting innovation and responsible governance. Habeenzu said artificial intelligence presented significant opportunities for econom...
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