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Mulala urges action against hate speech, misinformation and the use of children to spread political insults online By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 -- 22-08-2026 -- The Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has advised Zambians to protect the country’s peace following the just-ended divisive elections, urging citizens to reject hate speech, misinformation and inflammatory content circulating on social media. ZCTU president Blake Mulala said the labour movement was concerned by the rise in malicious rumours, hate speech and inflammatory messages witnessed during and after the elections. Mr Mulala said social media remained an important platform for communication, civic participation and the exchange of ideas, but warned that its misuse could fuel hatred, division, violence and hostility among citizens. He urged citizens to use social media responsibly and promote messages of love, peace, tolerance, respect and national unity. “Differences in political opinion should nev...

Mulala urges political leaders, new MPs and citizens to protect Zambia’s peace, respect workers’ rights and embrace accountability after the 2026 elections By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24  -- 21-08-2026 --- The Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has called on Zambians to put the August 13 general elections behind them and protect the peace the country has enjoyed as political parties prepare for the next five years. ZCTU president Blake Mulala said the elections were largely peaceful and orderly, despite isolated cases of violence, and urged political parties and their supporters not to allow political differences to tear communities apart. Mr Mulala said elections were an important part of democracy, but the process could only work if political parties, candidates and citizens respected the Constitution, the rule of law and the will of the people. He commended political parties for largely keeping their campaigns peaceful and urged them to accept the outcome of the elect...

CSPR warns that rising debt costs, lower revenue and unpredictable Treasury releases are squeezing funding for social programmes By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24  -- 20-08-2026 -- The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has warned that Zambia’s social programmes are coming under pressure as Government grapples with lower-than-planned revenue, increased domestic borrowing and high debt-service costs. CSPR Executive Director Isabel Mukelabai said the country had recorded positive economic developments, including stronger economic growth, falling inflation, a stronger Kwacha and progress in debt restructuring. However, she said the gains were being recorded against a budget that remained under strain. Mukelabai said Government collected less revenue than planned during the first half of 2026, with most revenue lines underperforming, particularly Value Added Tax (VAT). She said Government also introduced a K26.3 billion supplementary budget to meet higher public service wages, ...

Alliance partners pledge support for Hichilema’s second term, urging unity, job creation, lower living costs and stronger economic opportunities for ordinary Zambians By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia, 20-08-2026 — Political parties in the UPND Alliance have assured Zambians that President Hakainde Hichilema will use his second term to deliver tangible economic gains to ordinary citizens, while calling on the people to put aside political differences and unite behind the country's development agenda. The Alliance partners, who spoke after the August 13 general elections, said the end of the election campaign should mark the beginning of a new phase in which political parties and citizens concentrate on national development, economic opportunities and the welfare of ordinary Zambians. UPND Alliance chairperson Charles Milupi challenged the private sector to ensure Zambia's economic growth translates into better jobs, improved wages and greater opportunities for citizens, ...

New opposition party concedes defeat, rules out election petition and calls for national healing By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24 — 20-08-2026 The Resolute Party has conceded defeat in the August 13 general election and ruled out challenging the presidential results in court, saying the country must now put the election behind it and focus on healing and development. Party president Martin Phiri said Resolute had accepted President Hakainde Hichilema’s victory and would not petition the presidential election, arguing that the outcome was decisive and that a legal challenge would be counterproductive. “We have resolved as a party that petitioning the election at this stage would be counterproductive,” Phiri said. He congratulated Hichilema and the United Party for National Development (UPND) on their victory, while also commending Brian Mundubile and his running mate, McBeye Zulu, for what he described as a spirited campaign. The Resolute Party participated in the election ...

New K3 million sponsorship package expected to strengthen club operations, community engagement and the team’s push for success By Francis Maingaila Lusaka , Zambia24, — 19-08-2026 -- Access Bank Zambia h as challenged Zesco United to rediscover its winning mentality and reclaim its place among Zambia’s football elite as the bank unveiled new kits for the club. Access Bank Executive Director Helen Lunda said the new jerseys represented more than match-day wear, describing them as a symbol of Zesco United’s identity, history, supporters and responsibility to the club. Lunda said Zesco United’s record of nine MTN Super League titles, two ABSA Cup victories and nine CAF Champions League appearances demonstrated the pedigree of a club accustomed to success. She acknowledged that Zesco United’s previous season had been difficult by the club’s own standards but said the setback should not define the team. “The real question is: how do you respond?” Ndunda asked, challenging the player...