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PF OWES PRESIDENT HAKAINDE HICHILEMA AND UPND AN APOLOGY – LIFWEKELODetails in the Statement.......The former ruling par...
08/06/2026

PF OWES PRESIDENT HAKAINDE HICHILEMA AND UPND AN APOLOGY – LIFWEKELO

Details in the Statement.......

The former ruling party owes President Hakainde Hichilema and UPND an apology and instead of exhibiting pride and arrogance,there is need to be thankful to President Hakainde Hichilema for putting back the economy on its track.

The opposition in particular those from the former ruling party are currently in a dilemma, they have lamentably failed to convince Zambians how they are going to improve lives of Zambians beyond removing president Hakainde Hichilema.

While ordinary Zambians continue battling the high cost of living because of mismanagement of the economy by the previous regime, opposition have concentrated on grievances surrounding arrests and detention of political colleagues.
Make no mistake President Hakainde Hichilema is winning this year s election because he is the best placed to redeem Zambians from economic hardships.

The only thing that has happened to opposition is the changing of positions and political party names while the faces remain the same.
The opposition leaders who left PF to form unknown political parties has the issue of credibility and trust.

Zambians are not ready to go back to rising debt levels, currency instability and strained relationship with our international creditors.

Truth be told that the same political establishment responsible for what are going through Now can all of a sudden become a solution to our problems.

President Hakainde Hichilema remains the favorite heading into the elections despite growing pressure arising from the cost of living and public frustration.

The ruling party UPND still enjoys the enormous advantage of incumbency.

The former ruling party leaders who resigned from PF now aspiring for the highest office in the Land have failed to convince citizens that they represent renewing rather than a return to the past.

Instead of concentrating on calls to release political allies,the opposition must concentrate on proposals like job creation , improving the energy sector, health care and economic recovery.

At the moment the former leadership is only focused on rescuing it's own members rather than addressing National concerns.

We continue to battle internal fragmentation while UPND party and government has largely maintained organisation discipline while outlining developmental projects.

Until opposition explains how they intend to improve the lives of Zambians beyond opposing the leadership of President Hakainde Hichilema, they are far from wining this year's election.

Edwin Lifwekelo
Pf deputy Secretary General Administration
08/06/2026

'Standards had dropped-Nora Hauptle..As she demand high-quality friendlies....SPEAKING on the recent strained relationsh...
08/06/2026

'Standards had dropped-Nora Hauptle
..As she demand high-quality friendlies....

SPEAKING on the recent strained relationship with the Football Association of Zambia, Copper Queens coach Nora Hauptle said the standoff was largely driven by a drop in professional and competitive standards.

“It is important that we create certain kinds of standards which are lasting. I also demand high-quality games so that we are at the right level,” she said.

Hauptle and FAZ were recently at breaking point, but the two parties have since resolved their differences, with the coach reinstated and back in charge of the team.

She is now set to lead Zambia in the final of the Four-Nations Tournament against Zimbabwe on Tuesday.

Credits: Kabamba

Police arrest NRPUP mayoral candidate who went to report UPND cadresIN a twist of events, police in Kabwe have arrested ...
08/06/2026

Police arrest NRPUP mayoral candidate who went to report UPND cadres

IN a twist of events, police in Kabwe have arrested Kabwe mayoral candidate Wilson Pondamali who had gone to Chowa Police Station to report a UPND cadre for malicious damage.

Pondamali, 54, is now charged with allegedly proposing violence.

In an interview with TV Yatu, Central Province Police Commanding Officer Lemekani Chirwa said the incident occurred on Sunday at around 15:00 hours at Chowa Police Station.

“Mr. Albert Chongo, 41, of Egypt Avenue reported that Mr. Wilson Pondamali had incited a group of cadres suspected to be from NRPUP to ‘deal with’ someone he referred to as an ‘idiot’, alleging that police were not being helpful. The remarks were captured on video which has since gone viral,” he told TV Yatu.

Chirwa narrated that NRPUP held a rally at Katondo Primary School grounds on the same day where Patrick Chishala, Kabwe Central parliamentary candidate, was expected to speak.

“The event was disrupted by a group of cadres suspected to be UPND, allegedly mobilized by Mr. James Thole, who damaged sound systems. Annoyed, NRPUP cadres pursued Thole’s group and later went to his residence where they allegedly maliciously damaged his house and household goods. Thole and his group then advanced to Chishala’s house for a revenge attack, but police intercepted them,” he added.

Police said Pondamali later went to Chowa Police Station with other NRPUP cadres to report Thole’s conduct.

“While at the station he allegedly made the statement proposing violence, leading to his arrest,” Chirwa said.

Chirwa said police are still searching for James Thole for malicious damage to property.

He warned all political parties participating in the general election to abide by the Electoral Code of Conduct.

“Leaders of contesting parties are urged to take control of their followers and guide them on the provisions of the Electoral Act during campaigns. Police will apply the law firmly, fairly, and equitably without fear or favour regardless of status or party affiliation,” he said.

“Central Province started on a very good note and we will not allow a few selfish individuals to destroy our reputation of holding peaceful elections,” Chirwa added.

He urged Thole to surrender himself to police or face arrest.

©️ TV Yatu | Thandizo Banda | June 8, 2026.

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05/06/2026

Tonse/PF cadres attack UPND members in Chawama

NJOBVU LAMENTS DELAYED BURIAL OF FORMER PRESIDENT, 2 MONTHS TO POLLSDemocratic Union President and Presidential Candidat...
05/06/2026

NJOBVU LAMENTS DELAYED BURIAL OF FORMER PRESIDENT, 2 MONTHS TO POLLS

Democratic Union President and Presidential Candidate Ackim Antony Njobvu today reflected on the first anniversary of the passing of former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu, calling the situation “very sad and unfortunate”.

Njobvu noted that one year after President Lungu’s death, the former Head of State is yet to be laid to rest, with Zambia now just two months away from the 13th August general elections.

“It is painful that 12 months on, our former President still lies without a final resting place. Zambia is a nation that respects its leaders, in life and in death. This is not about politics or party. This is about dignity, culture, and respect for the office of President,” Njobvu said.

He appealed to government, the Lungu family, and all political leaders to set aside differences and agree on a burial plan that honors President Lungu’s service to the nation.

“Before Zambians go to the polls in August, let us unite as one people and give our former President the dignified burial he deserves,” Njobvu added.

Njobvu said the Democratic Union will continue to pray for the Lungu family during this period.

Former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu died on 5th June 2025 in Pretoria, South Africa, where he was receiving specialized medical treatment.

That means today, 5th June 2026, marks exactly one year since his passing.

He served as Zambia’s 6th President from 2015 to 2021. As you noted earlier, his burial is still pending due to legal battles between government in his family in a South African court.

Francis Chipalo

Allow ECL to be buried, Lubinda appeals to Lungu family...GIVEN Lubinda has called upon former president Edgar Lungu’s f...
05/06/2026

Allow ECL to be buried, Lubinda appeals to Lungu family...

GIVEN Lubinda has called upon former president Edgar Lungu’s family to allow the former president to be buried, following reports that President Hakainde Hichilema will not attend the burial.

Former president Lungu died exactly a year ago but is not yet buried because of Makebi Zulu.

MTENDERE ACCEPTS CHIINDA AS HUNDREDS ATTEND HIS CAMPAIGN MEETINGMtendere came alive yesterday as hundreds of residents p...
05/06/2026

MTENDERE ACCEPTS CHIINDA AS HUNDREDS ATTEND HIS CAMPAIGN MEETING

Mtendere came alive yesterday as hundreds of residents poured into the streets, bringing business to a standstill from the market area to Mwaiseni complex.

The reason? Resolute Party Munali Parliamentary Candidate Chrispin Chiinda was in his home, and the people were hungry to hear his message.

What started as a campaign meeting turned into a march of conviction. From Mahatma Gandhi, through the busy market, past the taxi rank, and into Kazimai Market, residents joined in.

Marketeers closed their stands, stepped out, and lined the streets just to catch a glimpse and shake hands with “their son of Munali”.

By the time the crowd reached Mwaiseni, the message was clear: Mtendere is done with politics of fear. They want a leader who listens, who serves, who walks the same streets they walk.

Addressing the people, Chrispin Chiinda told the crowd:
“Ba Mtendere, I am not just your candidate. I am your son. I grew up on these streets. I know your struggles because I lived them. I know your markets because I bought from them. When I go to Parliament, I will not go alone — I will carry your voice, your problems, and your hopes.”

Chiinda assured residents that under the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance, alongside President Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu, Munali will get a Member of Parliament who is accountable.

“The support I saw from Kazimai to Mwaiseni tells me Mtendere is ready. Ready for change. Ready for a leader who serves. I am confident that when 13th August comes, Mtendere will speak with one voice,” he said.

For many residents, yesterday was more than a rally. It was a declaration.

As one elderly woman at Kazimai Market said: “We have waited long for a leader like this. He is our child. He will not forget us.”

After the meeting, Chiinda and team, among them, aspiring councilor Watson Mtonga continued walking the streets interacting with the residents.

Chiinda's support continues to grow in the constituency.

A named independent candidate yesterday even announced that he had withdrawn from the race and decided to support a person he a week ago said was unpopular and could not win in Munali, leaving Chiinda as a front runner for the seat ahead of the August 13th general elections.

Francis Chipalo

A year ago a rumour that viral on social media was later confirmed that sixth President Edgar Lungu had died.Today marks...
05/06/2026

A year ago a rumour that viral on social media was later confirmed that sixth President Edgar Lungu had died.

Today marks one year since former President Edgar Lungu died in Pretoria, South Africa.

His remains remain unburied and are still at the centre of a legal dispute between his family and the Zambian government.

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