First University opens in Zimba District
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/first-university-opens-in-zimba-district/
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First University opens in Zimba District
Lusaka - Zambia: Zimba District has recorded a major milestone in the education sector with the opening of its first-ever higher education institution, Africa
Zambia-UAE sign MoU worth over US$2.1 billion
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/zambia-uae-sign-mou-worth-over-us2-1-billion/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/zambia-uae-sign-mou-worth-over-us2-1-billion/
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Zambia-UAE sign MoU worth over US$2.1 billion
Lusaka - Zambia: Zambia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed memoranda of understanding across various sectors worth US$2.14 billion.
Lumezi South UPND’ candidate seeks nullification of election or vote recount
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/lumezi-south-upnd-candidate-seeks-nullification-of-election-or-vote-recount/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/lumezi-south-upnd-candidate-seeks-nullification-of-election-or-vote-recount/
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Lumezi South UPND’ candidate seeks nullification of election or vote recount
Lusaka - Zambia: Losing Lumezi South Member of Parliament, Lufeyo Ngoma has asked the Chipata High Court to nullify the parliamentary election results or,
Chiluba’s seized assets still undisposed-ACC
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/chilubas-seized-assets-still-undisposed-acc/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/chilubas-seized-assets-still-undisposed-acc/
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Chiluba’s seized assets still undisposed-ACC
Lusaka - Zambia: Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Director General Daphne Chabu says the lack of a legal framework governing the management of seized assets
Chipolopolo thump Togo to revive AFCON hopes
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/chipolopolo-thump-togo-to-revive-afcon-hopes/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/29/chipolopolo-thump-togo-to-revive-afcon-hopes/
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Chipolopolo thump Togo to revive AFCON hopes
Lusaka - Zambia: Chipolopolo's 2-0 win over Togo to revive Zambia's 2027 AFCON hopes was overshadowed by an embarrassing 18-minute power failure at Levy
Muchinga DPS hails WFP’ support in agriculture sector
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/muchinga-dps-hails-wfp-support-in-agriculture-sector/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/muchinga-dps-hails-wfp-support-in-agriculture-sector/
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Muchinga DPS hails WFP’ support in agriculture sector
Lusaka - Zambia: Muchinga Province Deputy Permanent Secretary, Brian Sichande has hailed the World Food Programme (WFP) as a critical partner in Zambia’s
The effects of the bad precedent set by our ruling political parties when in power
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/the-effects-of-bad-precedent-set-by-ruling-political-parties-zambia/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/the-effects-of-bad-precedent-set-by-ruling-political-parties-zambia/
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The effects of the bad precedent set by our ruling political parties when in power
Lusaka - Zambia: At the end of the day, it is the citizens and the country that suffer. This leads to high levels of poverty and dependence among the
Govt. signs $2bn deal in UAE for Medical City
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/govt-signs-2bn-deal-in-uae-for-medical-city/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/govt-signs-2bn-deal-in-uae-for-medical-city/
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Govt. signs $2bn deal in UAE for Medical City
Lusaka - Zambia: Zambia is set to become Southern Africa's centre of excellence in health tourism following the signing of a US$2 billion agreement to build a
Chisamba launches HIV, Syphilis screening
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/chisamba-launches-hiv-syphilis-screening/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/chisamba-launches-hiv-syphilis-screening/
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Chisamba launches HIV, Syphilis screening
Lusaka - Zambia: Chisamba Rural Health Centre, in collaboration with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), has launched a screening exercise for sexually
Govt approves first-ever male breast cancer awareness materials
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/govt-approves-first-ever-male-breast-cancer-awareness-materials/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/govt-approves-first-ever-male-breast-cancer-awareness-materials/
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Govt approves first-ever male breast cancer awareness materials
Lusaka - Zambia: In a landmark move for inclusive healthcare, the Ministry of Health has officially approved Zambia's first Social Behaviour Change (SBC)
Public workers urged to support Grow Zambia Agenda
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/public-workers-urged-to-support-grow-zambia-agenda/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/public-workers-urged-to-support-grow-zambia-agenda/
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Public workers urged to support Grow Zambia Agenda
Lusaka - Zambia: Nalolo District Commissioner Namatama Mupo has urged civil servants in the district to remain committed to their duties and contribute
Maamba Solar starts 100mw power injection
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/maamba-solar-starts-100mw-power-injection/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/maamba-solar-starts-100mw-power-injection/
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Maamba Solar starts 100mw power injection
Lusaka - Zambia: Maamba Solar Energy Limited (MSEL) has commenced evacuating 100 megawatts (MW) of electricity into the ZESCO national grid.
Nabwalya GMA records five more anthrax deaths
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/nabwalya-gma-records-five-more-anthrax-deaths/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/nabwalya-gma-records-five-more-anthrax-deaths/
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Nabwalya GMA records five more anthrax deaths
Lusaka - Zambia: The country has recorded additional five cases of anthrax mortalities in Nabwalya Game Management area.
Possession is not proof: the State must show its evidence against Archbishop Banda
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/possession-is-not-proof-the-state-must-show-its-evidence-against-archbishop-banda/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/possession-is-not-proof-the-state-must-show-its-evidence-against-archbishop-banda/
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Possession is not proof: the State must show its evidence against Archbishop Banda
Lusaka - Zambia: I understand that receiving or possessing property and unlawfully disposing of government property are two different legal questions. The
Zambia to Spend K212 Billion Servicing Debt Over Three Years,
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/zambia-to-spend-k212-billion-servicing-debt-over-three-years/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/zambia-to-spend-k212-billion-servicing-debt-over-three-years/
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Zambia to Spend K212 Billion Servicing Debt Over Three Years,
Lusaka - Zambia: Zambia to Spend K212 Billion Servicing Debt Over Three Years, Outstripping Combined Budget for FISP, CDF and Free Education
Who Shut the Courts? State Points to Security Services
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/who-shut-the-courts-state-points-to-security-services/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/who-shut-the-courts-state-points-to-security-services/
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Who Shut the Courts? State Points to Security Services
Lusaka - Zambia: Security Agencies, Not the Judiciary, Ordered August Court Shutdown, Attorney-General Tells ConCourt
COMMENT: When darkness scored for Chipolopolo at Levy
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/comment-when-darkness-scored-for-chipolopolo-at-levy/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/comment-when-darkness-scored-for-chipolopolo-at-levy/
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COMMENT: When darkness scored for Chipolopolo at Levy
Lusaka - Zambia: The final score will show Zambia beat Togo 2-0 in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier. What the world will remember is that
AD Ports Group Keen to Invest in Zambia’s Logistics and Fuel Sectors
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/ad-ports-group-keen-to-invest-in-zambias-logistics-and-fuel-sectors/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/ad-ports-group-keen-to-invest-in-zambias-logistics-and-fuel-sectors/
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AD Ports Group Keen to Invest in Zambia’s Logistics and Fuel Sectors
Lusaka - Zambia: Abu Dhabi-based AD Ports Group has expressed interest in investing in Zambia’s logistics, fuel storage and refinery sectors as the company
Zambia Must Use Digital Platforms to Cut Bureaucracy
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/zambia-must-use-digital-platforms-to-cut-bureaucracy/
https://www.lusakatimes.com/2026/09/30/zambia-must-use-digital-platforms-to-cut-bureaucracy/
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Zambia Must Use Digital Platforms to Cut Bureaucracy
Lusaka - Zambia: President Hakainde Hichilema says Zambia must use digital platforms to cut bureaucracy, delays and inefficiencies that are slowing investment