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By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24  (March 1, 2026 ) — The (ADEG) has expressed concern over what it describes as the growing misuse of digital and public spaces through the spread of fake news, misinformation, and disinformation as Zambia approaches the 2026 general elections. ADEG Executive Director Gideon Musonda told Zambia24 that the online content depicting President in a coffin and false claims alleging his resignation were reckless actions that threaten national cohesion and public trust. Musonda said such narratives, if left unchecked, risk undermining the integrity of the electoral process at a time when the country has entered what he termed a politically sensitive phase. “Zambia is now in a politically sensitive phase of the electoral process. During this period, citizens actively seek information that will shape their perspectives and ultimately influence their electoral choices,” Musonda stated. He urged all electoral stakeholders — including citizens, politic...

As AIPAC Questions Government’s Handling of Sino Metals Spill By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24 – (March 1, 2026)  -- The Acton Institute for Policy Analysis Centre (AIPAC) is questioning the Government’s handling of the pollution incident involving Sino Metals Leach Zambia Limited following a recent report by the Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA), which confirmed environmental contamination linked to the company. AIPAC Executive Director Solomon Ngoma told Zambia24 that the ZEMA report confirms earlier warnings about environmental damage allegedly caused by Sino Metals.  However, he said the report does not fully reflect the true scale of the crisis. Ngoma stated that between February and April 2025, internationally recognised experts submitted detailed assessments to senior Government officials.  He said the experts clearly outlined the extent of the pollution and its serious impact on public health and the environment. According to Ngoma, instead of acting on tho...