Zambian politics - news update

24/06/2025

Update on the Lungu's issue

05/06/2025

OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE PATRIOTIC FRONT ON THE DEMISE OF ZAMBIA’S SIXTH PRESIDENT, DR. EDGAR CHAGWA LUNGU

Thursday, 5th June 2025

Sixth President of the Republic of Zambia, Dr. Edgar chagwa Lungu has passed on.

The former President, who has been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa, died today on Thursday, 5th June 2025 at Mediclinic Medforum Hospital in Pretoria, South Africa.

Chawama Member of Parliament and daughter to Dr. Lungu, Hon.Tasila Lungu-Mwansa confirmed the sad development.

And lawyer to the family, Hon. Makebi Zulu confirmed the sad development but stated that members of the family were in the process of being informed.

President Edgar Lungu served as Zambia’s Sixth Republican President from 26th January 2015 to August 24th , 2021.

Details and funeral arrangements will be communicated later.

Issued by;
Hon. Given Lubinda
Acting President
Patriotic Front

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10/05/2023

Zambian politics - news update
Collins mapulanga(colmaps) of kazungula has just been shot dead this night by unknown people just by the entrance of their home in kazungula. for more ALL UPdates

09/05/2023

Zambia’s Socialist Party President Dr. Fred M’membe has issued a statement applauding professionals who refuse to do wrong things and resign from their positions. He has urged politicians to be mindful of interfering with the running of public institutions and for appointing authorities to take cognisance of the recent resignations of high-profile professionals from state-run institutions.

In his statement, Dr. M’membe highlighted that the resignations of the Bank of Zambia Governor and ZCCM-IH Board Chairperson were triggered by the divergence of views between the appointing authority and the concerned persons running public institutions. He stressed that political interference by the appointing authorities can compromise the corporate governance standards of state institutions and create an environment of distrust.

He said, “It’s pleasing to see some professionals refusing to do wrong things and resigning from their positions. This is the professional culture we would like to emerge in our country among those appointed to public office.”

He suggested that their resignations were likely triggered by their conscience on breaching corporate governance standards. “One common thread of the resignations we have cited is that these are individuals who have worked both local and abroad for reputable institutions and are highly qualified individuals who are well conversant with corporate governance issues. Therefore, these resignations must have been triggered by their conscience on breaching corporate governance standards.”

Dr. M’membe urged professionals appointed in public office to prioritize their professionalism and resist taking decisions imposed upon them by the appointing authorities. He emphasized that in the event the heat is too much, they should step down to maintain the integrity of state institutions and strengthen the economy.

Dr. M’membe’s statement comes amid leaked audio involving a provincial minister, the Head of State and FRA Board chair, where political interference was evident. The Socialist Party President believes that this is an opportunity for professionals to exercise their conscience and resist external undue influence.

Dr. M’membe urged appointing authorities to take note of these resignations and desist from interfering with the running of state institutions. He said, “We urge the appointing authorities to take cognisance of these developments and strongly desist from interfering with the running of state institutions. This is evident from the recently leaked audio which involved a provincial minister, the Head of State and FRA Board chair.”

Dr. M’membe’s call for a culture of professionalism in Zambia’s public institutions is a step towards creating a transparent and accountable government. His statement is a reminder that senior public officials are appointed based on their competence to independently discharge their duties, and it is their delegated responsibility to make independent decisions without external undue influence.

08/05/2023

THE 29 foreign nationals that were discovered dead and dumped in Lusaka’s Ngwerere area in December last year were yesterday buried in a mass grave at the New Leopards Hill Cemetery.
Members of the public discovered the bodies of the male suspected Ethiopian nationals on December 11, 2022, with one person gasping for breath but died days later at the University Teaching Hospital.

08/05/2023

I WILL NOT REST UNTIL MY DAUGHTER RECEIVES JUSTICE – VOWS LUNGU’S BIOLOGICAL SISTER

In 2022, my daughter Elizabeth spent 35 days in remand prison over what others are terming family issues. Because I have no money and influence, I failed to have my daughter released. On top of that all her three vehicles valued at K450,000 were grabbed from her.

This is injustice in the name of family. Why should my daughter be kept in Police cells without bond but when we report the injustices we are deemed of being sell outs?, She cried yesterday at Woodlands Police Station.

06/05/2023

President Hakainde Hichilema is the first Zambian sitting Head of State to witness the Coronation of the British Monarchy 📷

06/05/2023

Former president Edger Lungu’s immunity doesn’t not extend to Esther Lungu - Hon Cornelius Mweetwa

UPND Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa says the immunity which former president Edgar Lungu enjoys does not extend to the former first lady. And Mweetwa has disassociated President Hakainde Hichilema from the police search at Lungu’s residence and the subsequent questioning of former first lady Esther Lungu over alleged motor vehicle theft and illegal possession of title deeds. Meanwhile, Mweetwa says UPND is fully ready and prepared for Lungu’s comeback into active politics and his candidature for the 2026 general elections. Addressing a media briefing, Thursday, Mweetwa said immunity does not extend to the former first lady or indeed any friend or family of the former president.

05/05/2023

Fellow citizens
We have safely arrived in the United Kingdom to attend the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla at Westminster Abbey.

We further look forward to intense economic diplomacy engagements aimed at showcasing our country's trade and investment opportunities that will benefit our citizens through joint public-private initiatives.

We further look forward to engagements aimed at resolving our debt situation.

Hakainde Hichilema
President of the Republic of Zambia 🇿🇲