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In case you missed them, here are some of the top 10 stories of the week.
1. The visiting United Nations Special Rapporteur, Irene Khan, has observed that Zambia’s human rights situation stood at a crossroads as the country prepares for general elections. Read more…
2. Development Finance Expert, Dr. Samuel Maimbo, has formally announced his candidacy for President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), emphasizing the need for bold, results-driven leadership to propel Africa’s economic transformation.Read more…
3. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has expressed disappointment over reported incidents of electoral violence in Petauke district involving the United Party for National Development (UPND) and the National Congress Party (NCP). Read more…
4. The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has slightly increased fuel pump prices for February 2025, citing a rise in global oil prices and the continued volatility of the Kwacha. Read more…
5. Switzerland has reportedly decided to end its development aid programmes for Zambia, Bangladesh, and Albania due to budget cuts approved by its parliament. Read more…
6. Zambia’s annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 16.7 percent in January 2025, while the country recorded a trade deficit of K3.3 billion in December 2024. Read more…
7. Five people have died from cholera in Chililabombwe’s Kasumbalesa since the first case was reported last Thursday, as the border town battles rising infections. Read more…
8. The trial of former First Lady, Esther Lungu, and four others on charges of motor vehicle theft faced a setback after proceedings were adjourned due to her absence. Read more…
9. A young rabbit farmer and part-time cyber consultant has been sentenced to five years of hard labor after a Lusaka court found him guilty of inciting mutiny through social media posts. Read more…
10. Renowned Zambian artiste, Elton Mulenga, popularly known as Yo Maps, appeared before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court to testify in a case involving alleged online threats made by Facebook blogger, Elias Musyani. Read more
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