SA to review Malawi court ruling on Bushiri extradition
By: Sabc News
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi has noted the ruling of the High Court of Malawi, which has set aside the March 2025 order made by the Magistrate’s Court in Lilongwe, directing that self-proclaimed Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary, be surrendered to the South African Government to face trial for various offences.
Kubayi, in a statement on Saturday, states that the South African Government is studying the judgment and will determine the next legal course of action once a full assessment of the ruling has been concluded.
The South African government submitted an extradition request to Malawi after Bushiri and his wife, Mary, fled South Africa to their homeland.
The extradition request was successful in the Magistrate’s Court in Lilongwe; however, this was followed by a review in the High Court, which has effectively overturned the lower court’s order.
Justice Mzonde Mvula, who penned the judgment, concluded that the request by the South African government is “tainted by bad faith, political motivation, and oppressive delay without protecting Bushiri and his wife, Mary’s, right to life.”
The court found that the offences from 2015 were only pursued five years later. #SunFmTvNews
We are deeply concerned by the ongoing loss of life, injuries, and destruction of property and public infrastructure. SADC calls upon all stakeholders to exercise maximum restraint and refrain from actions that may further escalate violence and unrest.
SADC reaffirms its readiness to assist, hrough appropriate mechanisms, in facilitating a peaceful resolution to the current challenges.
We therefore appeal for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urge all parties to prioritise the well-being and livelihoods of the people of the United Republic of Tanzania.
We stress the importance of embracing peaceful and constructive dialogue as the preferred avenue for addressing grievances.
Our collective aspiration remains he restoration of harmony and stability in the United Republic of Tanzania, in line with our shared vision of good governance, social cohesion, and sustainable development across the region.
“IT IS OUR DUTY TO SET THINGS RIGHT, CORRECT PAST MISTAKES, AND ENSURE OUR PEOPLE NEVER AGAIN FALL PREY TO POLITICAL ENTREPRENEURS “
-Madagascar President Colonel Michael Randrianirina sends praises to Captain Ibrahim Traore, Premium Head-Boy Burkina Faso in the spirit of Solidarity
“We come from a generation when Africa was at her weakest, so some of the shrewdest political entrepreneurs introduced democracy to her.
From this democracy, Africa hoped to taste freedom from the scars of the past—after all, it’s a government of the people, by the people, and for the people!
But over time, Africa’s heart broke when she realized it was merely a smokescreen to conceal the business savvy of Western political entrepreneurs.
Africa learned the hard way: even the most ignorant could see that Africans no longer call the shots in Africa. Democracy was redefined as a government of the cabal, by the cabal, and for the cabal.
Democracy became a system of the rich oligarchs, endorsed by richer oligarchs, with profits for the richest oligarchs.
To the poor man on Africa’s streets, democracy is something he only reads about in newspapers—while the actions of “democratic” politicians prove otherwise.
I send my warmest congratulations to Captain Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso for igniting the winning spirit of freedom.
It is our duty to set things right, correct past mistakes, and ensure our people never again fall prey to political entrepreneurs.
KELVIN KAUNDA DROPPED FROM POSITIONS IN SOCIALIST PARTY
November 1, 2025
Kelvin Kaunda Mobilisation Secretary Socialist Party
Re. Dropping you from the Politburo of the Socialist Party
Dear Kelvin,
After careful consideration of the current happenings and consultation with other Politburo members, we have painfully and with very heavy hearts decided to relieve you of your duties as Mobilisation Secretary and drop you from Politburo of the Socialist Party with immediate effect.
On behalf of the Party, we wish to thank you for your past service and contributions.
I WILL BREAK KAUNDA’S SMALL HEAD FOR PLOTTING TO REMOVE ME – M’MEMBE
It is now official. M’membe is only the Vaseline Movement KINGPIN and not Socialist Party leader as young and vibrant Kelvin KAUNDA has taken over.
M’membe has only been insulting Hakainde Hichilema on Facebook while adhering to medical advice from his personal doctor not to stress one of his kidneys.
When an International trip especially where money is concerned, M’membe has been jumping on it in order to go eat some delicious food in hotels paid for by those who invite him.
He has been leaving party members struggling to win by-elections as they eat dust while he enjoys.
All the campaign money is in his pocket alone.- Koswe
Senior Members of the party Present, colleagues from the media to whom we owe our greatest gratitude for your hard work and dedication to making sure that our great nation is always informed about any latest developments in the country and across the world.
Allow me to say thank you for honoring our invitation at short notice and i would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy new Month. May this November be full of love and God’s blessings upon you all.
We are gathered here this morning to make a very important announcement, as you might be aware that a few weeks ago I decided to offer my self to the call of leadership at any level in this great country.
After wide consultations and discussions with colleagues in the party and other political stakeholders holders I have finally resolved to contest for the position of President in the socialist Party.
My decision has not been fueled by any form of disrespect for the current President and Founder Member Dr Fred Mmembe No!! But by the huge calls within the party that the top leadership needs a youthful and Vibrant leader who can lead the party to next elections
The party further resolved to pass a vote of no confidence in the current leadership led by Dr Fred Mmembe and to call for an immediate convention in line with the Party’s Constitution.
Our Members have witnessed a sharp decline in the Performance during Bye elections, something that clearly calls for change of leadership at the top. Further more the broken down communication channels within the party have greatly contributed to the decline in confidence on the side of our members across the country something we can’t seat and watch anymore.
Just like many others seated here we believe that the current top leadership have done their part and it’s time that they passed the leadership mantle to another Generation that would Forster new ideas as a way to grow the Party.
Our resolve comes as we endeavor to grow the party through grass root mobilization and meaningful dialogue and engagements with other Political parties and stakeholders.
Kindly allow me to thank Dr Fred Mmembe and His Vice President Dr Cosmas Musumali for the work they put in during their tenure of office, their efforts and dedication to this Party have been inspirational and admirable.
From now onwards, I would like to Direct that all structures across the country begin to prepare for a convention which will elect a new leadership that will lead the party to the coming General elections in August next year.
To our supporters across the country we appeal for calm as the party goes through this transition period and we call for patience and restraint to any form of violent conduct and behavior that would breach the peach that this great Nation has forever enjoyed.
Allow me to conclude by once again thanking all our Members country wide who have been part of the this consultation process. To you we owe our ati most Gratitude and commitment to work a Victory come August 2026.
We are one Zambia One Nation, one people and One blood!! May the favor of our Good lord be upon this great Nation!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 31st October 2025 NCP’S COMPLETE WITHDRAWAL FROM TONSE ALLIANCE AFFAIRS
The New Congress Party (NCP) wishes to inform the nation that the party withdrew from the Tonse Alliance several weeks ago and will not participate in any alliance activities going forward.
Our departure was prompted by sustained interference, manipulation, and hypocrisy from certain PF-aligned individuals operating within the alliance structures. Since our exit, I have observed with great concern that Mr. Given Lubinda and other Tonse Alliance members have been attempting to use backdoor tactics to hijack the NCP for their own political benefit as we approach the elections.
These illegal attempts to impose themselves on a party they never built are unacceptable and must be condemned.
Let me be clear:
The NCP is not available for any Tonse Alliance business, now or in the future.
The NCP was founded on the ideals of peace, unity, stability, and prosperity.
Yet some individuals whom I once worked with and trusted have abandoned these principles.
Their conduct has only validated our decision to leave the alliance ahead of its now public leadership crisis, with factions aligned to Mr. Sean Tembo on one side and Mr. Given Lubinda on the other.
In the coming weeks, the party will hold a General Congress, where I will seek re-election as party president. This Congress will define our new political and strategic direction as an independent and self-determined party ahead of the 2026 elections.
I have made the firm decision to stop escorting others into State House. I will now offer myself to the Zambian people as a presidential candidate.
I believe our country needs leadership anchored on integrity, genuine unity, and a clear vision for national prosperity.
The NCP remains open to collaborating with individuals and groups who sincerely uphold the vision and legacy of the late President Edgar Chagwa Lungu.
However, those attempting to abuse his name for personal political survival are betraying his memory and dividing the movement he left behind.
The NCP is a disciplined and independent political organisation. It belongs to its members, not to opportunists or factions seeking to drag it into their internal battles.
I urge all NCP members and supporters across the country to remain united, focused, and steadfast as we embark on this new chapter.
Issued by: Mr. Peter Chanda President – New Congress Party (NCP
Catholic Diocese of Mansa Rejects Invitation To Public Consultations And Submissions On The Amendment Of The Constitution Of Zambia
By Fr. Arthur Ntembula
The Catholic Diocese of Mansa has rejected the invitation to participate in the ongoing public consultation process on the amendment of the constitution of Zambia.
In a statement released by CARITAS-Mansa, the Diocese has admonished the government for driving a process that is “narrow, politically driven,” and systematically excludes the majority of citizens, especially those in rural areas.
The Diocese has argued that the reforms appear designed to benefit a political minority ahead of the 2026 General Elections.
The Diocese further contends that the current Technical Committee, which is only sitting in provincial centers, is not giving space to the voices of the most vulnerable.
“The views of the majority of citizens are unlikely to be captured,” the statement read, highlighting a critical flaw in the way consultations have been designed. “Consequently, the process cannot be deemed people-driven if the majority’s voices are not heard.”
Beyond the issue of inclusivity, the Diocese has questioned the government’s motives, suggesting the entire exercise is a move to reintroduce previously rejected legislation.
A critical review of the Committee’s Terms of Reference (ToRs) revealed that the Executive “appears to be reintroducing the rejected Constitution (Amendment) Bill No. 7 of 2025.”
The Diocese has warned that the focus is on electoral and political issues rather than the broader socio-economic needs of the country. The Diocese has further warned stating that “conducting a delimitation exercise at this stage poses the risk of manipulating boundaries to achieve partisan advantage,” stating that the exercise may only favour the incumbent party.
In line with the national position of the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB), Mansa Diocese recommends that the entire constitutional amendment process be deferred until after the 2026 General Elections, which are now only months away.
While rejecting this invitation, the Diocese has reaffirmed its commitment to the nation: “We remain open to constructive engagement and dialogue, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting all progressive government initiatives that promote good governance, justice, peace, equality, and improved living standards for all citizens.”
Ends.
PHOTO: Fr. Lemon Ndelela, Caritas-Mansa Director Catholic Diocese of Mansa
PROF LUMINA LECTURES DR KAABA OVER HIS ERRONEOUS ASSERTION THA
Reaffirming the Case Against the Technical Committee: Article 92 Was Never a Blank Cheque
A response to Dr O’Brien Kaaba’s defence of the Technical Committee, reaffirming that its establishment under Article 92 is unconstitutional, inconsistent with Zambia’s democratic values, and void from inception.
By Prof. Cephas Lumina
In the days since my last column in this paper, Dr O’Brien Kaaba of the University of Zambia and others like Solicitor-General Marshall Muchende have offered a spirited defence of the government’s decision to establish the so-called Technical Committee on the Constitution under Article 92. Dr Kaaba’s argument, published on ZNBC Today a few days ago, is tidy and confident—but it rests on a profound misreading of the text and purpose of Article 92, and on an even more dangerous willingness to legitimise executive overreach by appealing to a flawed precedent. The Solicitor-General has provided no credible grounds to support his claim that the Committee was legally established.
Let us be clear: Article 92 is not a constitutional magic wand. It was written to guide the President in running government, not in rewriting the Constitution. It was never intended as a back-door amendment power.
What Dr Kaaba claims
Dr Kaaba advances three main points, but two concern us here.
First, he argues that the President lawfully appointed the Technical Committee under Articles 92(1), 92(2)(f) and 92(2)(j). According to him, those provisions empower the President to appoint persons “to perform special duties for the Executive” and to “perform other functions specified by this Constitution or as prescribed.” In his view, setting up a committee to collect public views on any subject—including constitutional reform—is comfortably within that remit.
Second, he contends that there is precedent for such an appointment. President Michael Sata, he reminds us, created the Silungwe Technical Committee in 2011 under the now-repealed Articles 33 and 44 of the Constitution (as amended in 1996), which, he says, are equivalents of today’s Article 92. Since no one challenged Sata’s action, Kaaba in effect reasons, the present committee must also be lawful. It is a tidy syllogism—but tidy reasoning can still be wrong.
A misreading of Article 92(2)(j)
Dr Kaaba’s argument starts on shaky ground. He invokes Article 92(2)(j), claiming it empowers the President to appoint persons to “perform other functions specified by this Constitution or as prescribed.” But that is not what the provision says. It says the President shall “perform other functions specified by this Constitution or as prescribed.” The subject of the sentence is not persons appointed by the President—it is the President himself.
This distinction is not pedantic grammar; it is constitutional logic. Article 92(2)(j) describes what the President does, not whom he appoints. Reading it as a free-standing appointment power is to wrench it from its grammatical and structural context. If Kaaba’s interpretation were correct, the President could invoke 92(2)(j) to create any body he or she fancied—from a “National Morality Brigade” to a “Constitutional Renewal Council”—all without parliamentary sanction. That cannot be the rule of law; it is rule by whim.
What “special duties” really mean under Article 92(2)(f)
The real issue lies in Article 92(2)(f), which allows the President to “appoint persons as are required to perform special duties for the Executive.” What, exactly, are special duties?
The Constitution does not define them, but the 2011 Technical Committee on Drafting the Constitution—the very body that refined this clause—explained its rationale clearly. Zambia’s executive system is presidential; executive authority is vested in a directly elected President who must have the flexibility to appoint individuals to discharge diverse or ad-hoc executive functions not otherwise provided for in statute.
Such appointments cover work that supports the President or Cabinet directly, is not otherwise provided for in law, and can be time-bound, advisory, or mission-based. Examples include special envoys, presidential advisers, policy coordinators, and troubleshooters on administrative or diplomatic assignments. During the national consultations, delegates agreed to keep this discretion unchanged precisely because it was administrative—not constitutional—in nature.
In other words, “special duties” means executive housekeeping: short-term, task-specific assignments within the day-to-day machinery of government. It does not include the power to engineer constitutional reform. To interpret it otherwise is to stretch an administrative clause into a constituent power—an interpretive leap the Constitution itself forbids.
The constitutional limits of executive power under Article 92
Dr Kaaba’s (and the government’s) reliance on Article 92 to justify the establishment of the Technical Committee remains constitutionally untenable. The clause empowers the President to appoint persons, committees or commissions to advise, study, or assist in executing executive functions—but not to carry out legislative or constituent powers that belong exclusively to the people and Parliament.
For a presidentially appointed committee to be legally established, two conditions must be met. First, its purpose must fall within the proper sphere of executive authority. Second, its operation must comply with the Constitution’s fundamental principles of democracy, constitutionalism, and good governance, integrity, and sovereignty of the people under Articles 5, 8, and 90.
If, as officials have conceded and its terms of reference reveal, the Committee’s purpose is to “consult” the public on constitutional amendments already decided by the Executive, it immediately raises constitutional red flags. Constitutional amendment is not an executive function—it is a constituent and legislative process.
By purporting to legitimise predetermined amendments through superficial consultation, the Committee undermines the sovereignty of the people (Articles 5 and 90), contradicts democratic and constitutional values (Article 8(c)), and violates integrity and good governance (Article 8(e)) by reducing public participation to a mere formality.
At a deeper level, the flaw lies in confusing executive authority with constituent power. Executive power exists within the constitutional framework; constituent power stands above it. The Executive may administer and implement the Constitution, but it cannot remake it. When it attempts to do so—as through the Technical Committee—it claims authority that belongs to the people themselves.
Constitutional reform, by its nature, is the highest expression of popular sovereignty. It is a power that precedes and limits the Executive. When those entrusted with temporary authority use it to alter the very terms of that authority, they cease to be custodians and become usurpers. To allow such an act under Article 92 would be to turn a clause meant for administrative flexibility into a constitutional crowbar—transforming the President from guardian of the Constitution into its architect.
Article 1(2) affirms constitutional supremacy, declaring that any act or omission inconsistent with the Constitution is illegal and void. Article 90 further provides that executive authority derives from the people and must be exercised for their benefit and in accordance with social justice. Together, these provisions impose a fiduciary duty: the President holds power in trust, not as personal discretion. To employ that trust to reshape the Constitution without the people’s consent is to breach it.
Thus, Article 92 cannot stand alone. It must be harmonised with:
• Article 1(2): Any act inconsistent with the Constitution is void; • Article 5: Sovereign authority vests in the people; • Article 8: Democracy, constitutionalism, good governance, and integrity are binding national values; and • Article 90: Executive authority derives from, and must serve, the people.
Taken together, these provisions form a constitutional ecosystem in which the Executive may implement the Constitution but never rewrite it.
Illegality and the doctrine of constitutional supremacy
Under our constitutional order, supremacy and legality are inseparable. Any exercise of power inconsistent with the Constitution is null from inception. As Professor Melvin Mbao has argued, “the Constitution controls the manner in which repositories of state power should exercise their power and discharge their functions.”
Across African and Commonwealth jurisprudence, courts have reinforced this doctrine. For example, in Executive Council of the Western Cape Legislature and Others v President of the South Africa and Others (1995), South Africa’s Constitutional Court struck down a section in a statute directing the reform of local government, which empowered the President to amend sections of the Act by presidential proclamation because it violated the separation of powers. In Katiba Institute v Attorney-General and 9 Others (2023), the Supreme Court of Kenya held that the exercise of sovereign power of the people delegated to state organs, the legislature, the executive, the judiciary, and independent tribunals was constrained by the principle that those organs may exercise no powers or perform functions beyond those conferred upon them by law.
Applying this doctrine here, the Technical Committee—created under Article 92 for a purpose alien to that clause and inconsistent with Articles 1, 5, 8, and 90—is unconstitutional and void from inception.
The Solicitor-General’s admission
The Solicitor-General has openly stated that the Committee’s purpose is to “validate” constitutional-amendment proposals already decided by the Executive. That single admission removes any doubt about its illegality. Validation of executive decisions is not consultation; it is an attempt to dress unilateral action in democratic clothing. It guts the principle of popular sovereignty and offends Article 1(2)’s command that all state acts conform to the Constitution.
Comparative lessons
Across the Commonwealth, courts have consistently rejected this misuse of executive power. In Kenya’s Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) case (2021 and 2022), the courts held that the President cannot initiate constitutional amendments through an executive committee, affirming that constituent power belongs to the people, not to those who govern in their name. In South Africa’s Doctors for Life International v Speaker of the National Assembly (2006), the Constitutional Court struck down amendments passed without genuine public participation, declaring participation a fundamental feature of the country’s democracy. Similarly, Canada’s Reference re Secession of Quebec (1998) and Senate Reform Reference (2014) both affirmed that constitutional amendment processes must respect the underlying principles of democracy and constitutionalism. Finally, in Munir Zulu v Attorney General (2025), Zambia’s Constitutional Court underscored that constitutional reform must embody public participation and directed government to design a people-driven process.
The jurisprudential chorus is consistent: power over constitutional reform belongs to the people, and the Executive must not usurp it.
The fallacy of precedent: The Silungwe committee
Dr Kaaba’s reliance on President Sata’s Silungwe Committee is equally misguided. The pre-2016 amendment Constitution’s Articles 33 and 44—equivalents of today’s 91 and 92—conferred only executive authority. They did not empower the President to establish a constitutional-drafting committee.
The Silungwe Committee’s legality was never tested; its existence merely went unchallenged. In constitutional law, silence is not assent. An unconstitutional act does not become valid through passage of time or repetition. Relying on that precedent amounts to saying: “Because one President got away with it, another may too.” Precedent cannot sanitise a constitutional wrong.
On Dr Kaaba’s call to “look beyond legality”
Dr Kaaba concludes that we should focus on achieving comprehensive reform rather than on the legality of the Technical Committee. That is a rhetorical sleight of hand. Legality is the starting point of constitutional reform. One cannot use unconstitutional means to produce constitutional ends. A process born in illegality cannot yield legitimate results.
If the government truly seeks durable reform, it must return to the constitutional path: engage civil society, faith groups, and citizens in a transparent process consistent with Articles 5, 8, and 90 and the Constitutional Court’s guidance in Munir Zulu. The Executive’s role should be facilitative, not directive. Conclusion: Article 92 was never meant to be a blank cheque
Article 92 was designed to make the machinery of government run efficiently—not to give the President a crowbar to pry open the constitutional order. To stretch “special duties” into an amendment power is to rewrite the Constitution by stealth.
A body whose creation defies constitutional purpose and values is void from inception. The Technical Committee, established under Article 92 to “validate” executive decisions, violates Articles 1(2), 5, 8, and 90. Under the supremacy clause, that makes it illegal from the moment of its establishment.
Dr Kaaba’s defence transforms a clause of administrative convenience into a licence for constitutional manipulation. It substitutes legality with legacy and precedent with expediency. That approach empties the Constitution of its moral and legal authority.
Article 92 was never meant to be a blank cheque. It remains—and must remain—a limited licence to govern, not to govern the Constitution itself.
PETER CHANDA SELLS NEW CONGRESS PARTY TO UPND, BUYS LEXUS & RANGE ROVER
New Congress Party (NCP) leader Pastor Peter Chanda has cashed in from his party after selling it for K1 million Kwacha.
Very reliable sources within UPND have informed The Candidates that Chanda was cashed by a known UPND aligned businessman with contracts in government.
NCP is a party which Tonse Alliance used as a Special purpose vehicle to win Petauke Central Parliamentary by-election.
Recently Chanda walked out of Tonse Alliance unceremoniously saying he was being disrespected by other Tonse Alliance members.
However, the truth of his pulling out from the Alliance is that he was approached by Levy Ngoma and Christopher Mundia to sell NCP so that the PF Tonse Alliance group is stranded without a party to use.
The UPND sources have narrated that Hakainde Hichilema is bent on ensuring that PF is completely avoided in 2026 because allowing them to participate in elections will pose a risk to his re-election. These UPND sources have also said that State House is targeting to purchase Sean Tembo’s PeP. They haven’t approached Tembo yet, as they fear he will reject and expose them.
The Candidates Comment: We challenge “Pastor” Peter Chanda to refute, then we will prove him
“Nyuu” Belongs to CF : PF Can Be ‘Born Again’, Says Maxwell Chongu
Citizens First (CF) member Maxwell Chongu has criticized the Patriotic Front (PF) for their use of slogan ‘Nyuu’, saying it exclusively belongs to CF and its leadership under President Harry Kalaba.
In a statement shared with Zambia Reports, Chongu urged the PF to stop “stealing” the slogan and instead adopt one that reflects their current political reality. https://www.facebook.com/100064369854662/posts/1251908710298112/?app=fbl Chongu also questioned the PF’s use of the term ‘new,’ when they have been in government and cannot rebrand using the slogan associated with CF’s message of renewal.
“Teti mube ‘Nyuu’? Imwe mwali mu government? Teti mube ‘Nyuu’? Imwe ni mwebo mwaleteka? Teti mube ‘Nyuu’? Imwe ni mwebo mwapangile nama mistakes? Teti mube ‘Nyuu’? Ni mwebo bafumishepo abantu,” Chongu stated.
He further emphasized that the slogan “Nyuu” represents Citizens First’s identity under President Kalaba’s leadership.
“‘Nyuu’ ni President Harry Kalaba. ‘Nyuu’ ni Citizens First. Stop stealing the slogan. You can adopt others, such as ‘born again’ or ‘repented’. Leave ‘Nyuu’ for CF,’” he said.
Chongu concluded by reminding PF members that they cannot claim to be “new” after having previously been in power.
“You are not ‘new.’ You left, so don’t come back calling yourselves ‘new,’” he said.
MAKEBI MEETS LUBINDA, ANNOUNCES HIS PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATURE
Here is a statement posted by Patriotic Front:
This morning, Hon. Makebi Zulu, one of PF aspiring presidential candidates paid a courtesy call on the PF Acting President, Hon Given Lubinda in South Africa and the two discussed many issues related to PF and Zambian politics.
Hon. Makebi Zulu took the opportunity to officially announced his presidential party candidacy to Hon. Lubinda and thanked him for keeping the ECL legacy by providing party leadership under these difficult conditions.
The Lusaka lawyer further encouraged the Acting PF President to continue holding the party together as well as ensure that a national convention was convened peacefully and conducted in the manner that honors the late President, Dr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu.
The Acting PF President was happy to meet Hon. Makebi in his new capacity as a party presidential candidate and encouraged him to continue being professional, law abiding and mature in his quest for party leadership.
While Hon. Lubinda was accompanied by MCC, Dr. Frank Ng’ambi and ECL’s Former Political Advisor and Tonse Alliance National Coordinator, Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba, Hon. Makebi Zulu was accompanied by former mines minister and PF MCC Hon. Richard Musukwa.
Senior Chief Mwamba of the Bemba people has denounced the constitutional amendment process , citing many lacunas. The Traditional leader has explained that the process is rushed.
He charges that the proposed amendments do not serve the interest of the zambians. Senior Chief Mwamba further said the exercise to get submissions in the Northern Province was not properly done.
He said the process was done without prio sensitization and publicity. The Traditional leader has noted that he is not in support of the process.
He stressed that there is no need to change the constitution and urged Government to concentrate on addressing the pressing economic and social problems the country is currently facing.
Senior Chief Mwamba was speaking today during the Funsani Regional Discussion held at Sinamu Lodge.
This week the Technical Committee on Constitutional Amendments has been receiving submissions from the public in Northern Province.
…we must hold liable and accountable Chilukutu for the abuses…
Commissioner General of the Correction Service, Frederick S.S. Chilukutu must be held personally liable and accountable for these acts of harrasment, inhuman treatment and torture occurring against jailed former Government officials and critics of President Hakainde Hichilema.
Former Lumezi MP, Hon.Munir Zulu has been crying for help against the torture,inhuman treatment and abuse he is suffering in prison. He has even taken a court action to this effect.
We have similar reports against other inmates deemed ceitics or former government officials suffering similar attacks.
With this video today, we know thta Hon. Zulu will be further punished for attempting to expose the abuse publicly.
We must hold accountable and liable the Commissioner General Frederick S.S. Chilukutu for these human rights abuses and torture.
NCP Cuts Ties with Tonse Alliance, Declares Independent Path to 2026 Elections …….as Peter Chanda announces presidential bid and condemns political hijack attempts
The New Congress Party (NCP) has formally withdrawn from the Tonse Alliance, citing manipulation, interference, and hypocrisy from elements allegedly aligned with the Patriotic Front (PF).
Party president Peter Chanda confirmed the complete disengagement, stating that the NCP “will not participate in any alliance activities going forward.” He accused certain figures, including Given Lubinda, of attempting to hijack the party through “backdoor tactics” for personal political gain.
“These illegal attempts to impose themselves on a party they never built are unacceptable and must be condemned,” Chanda said in a strongly worded statement.
He added that the decision to withdraw was necessary to preserve the NCP’s founding ideals of peace, unity, stability, and prosperity.
The NCP leader further noted that the Tonse Alliance had plunged into internal chaos, with factions forming around Sean Tembo and Given Lubinda, confirming the alliance’s “now public leadership crisis.”
In a bold political move, Chanda announced his intention to contest the 2026 general elections as a presidential candidate, signaling the NCP’s new independent direction
“I have made the firm decision to stop escorting others into State House. I will now offer myself to the Zambian people as a presidential candidate,” he declared.
Chanda emphasized that the NCP remains open to collaboration with individuals and groups genuinely upholding the legacy of the late President Edgar Chagwa Lungu, but warned against those “abusing his name for personal political survival.”
He described the NCP as a “disciplined and independent political organisation” that belongs to its members — not to opportunists or factions.
The NCP is expected to hold a General Congress in the coming weeks to elect new leadership and map out its strategy ahead of the 2026 elections.
Kumwesu Analysis: Peter Chanda’s withdrawal signals deepening fractures within Zambia’s opposition alliances. His declaration of a presidential bid introduces another player to watch in the run-up to 2026 one positioning himself as a defender of integrity and Lungu’s political legacy, yet distancing from both PF and Tonse power struggles.
South African based Zambian businessman and philanthropist, Willah Joseph Mudolo who is also a PF presidential aspiring candidate also paid a courtesy call on PF Acting President, Hon. Given Lubinda in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Mr. Mudolo expressed gratitude for his first formal engagement with the PF leadership and committed himself to remain a loyal, patriotic and respectful PF member. He further assured Hon. Lubinda that his aspiration to become PF president is driven by his long time vision and passion to redeem Zambia through transformational leadership.
“The fact that more people are joining each month to contest the PF presidency at our 2025 national convention including you and myself is a clear indication that the PF is the most attractive opposition ticket in Zambia today. Let us cherish and safeguard it together”, Hon. Lubinda told Mr. Mudolo.
Hon. Lubinda further appealed to Mr. Mudolo to respect and observe party ethics, rules and regulations as he competes with others within the PF framework. The interaction between the PF Acting President and Mr. Mudolo was very cordial, respectful and mutually sound.
Hon. Lubinda was accompanied by MCC, Dr. Frank Ng’ambi and ECL’s Former Political Advisor and Tonse Alliance National Coordinator, Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba.
UPND OFFICIALS IN LUAPULA CONSTITUENCY THANK LATE PRESIDENT LUNGU FOR CDF GRANTS AND LOANS
….. as perplexed Luapula Province Permanent Secretary Prudence Chinyama watches in shock
In a rather unexpected twist of political gratitude, two United Party for National Development (UPND) officials from Luapula Constituency in Lunga District, Luapula Province have publicly extended thanks to the late former Republican President Edgar Chagwa Lungu for what they described as “continued development” through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF)
Speaking during the official handover ceremony of CDF grants and loans in Samfya on Thursday, UPND Lubale Ward Youth Chairperson Mr. Jeremiah Salala and UPND Lunga District Chairlady Ms. Theresa Sondashi said they were grateful to the “government of President Lungu” for empowering citizens at the grassroots level.
The two UPND officials were carefully selected and tutored to praise HH and UPND government for CDF grants and loans but defied all odds and instead praised late President Lungu.
“We are grateful to the government of President Lungu for the CDF loans and grants that are changing lives here in Luapula,” Mr. Salala said, drawing curious glances from senior government officials who were quick to whisper instructions to remove the UPND Youth Chairperson from continuing to finish his speech.
Then Ms. Sondashi who is the UPND District Chairlady was hurried ushered to the stage to give her praises and salvage the embarrassment which was unfolding, but to everyone disbelief she gave her remarks echoing her colleague in praising President Lungu that the initiative had brought new hope to the youths and women of the district.
The event was officiated by Luapula Province Permanent Secretary Prudence Sondashi, Lunga District Commissioner Mr. Matthews Kabalika, Council Secretary Mr. Kapumfi Chambala, provincial local government officers, Luapula Province and Luapula Constituency CDF Chairperson Fr. Pintu of Lunga Parish.
It is believed that in Luapula Constituency all UPND officials and members belong to the Edgar Chagwa Lungu Patriotic Front (PF) party together with their Member of Parliament, Eng. Chanda Katotobwe, MP thus effectively there is no UPND in this constituency.
The gratitude to a late leader sparked a few chuckles and raised eyebrows.
This left the attendees into laughter as they appreciated the contribution by the late President Dr Lungu.
ZESCO CUSTOMERS TO PAY LESS STARTING NOVEMBER 1 46% CUT FOR HOUSEHOLDS
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved new electricity tariffs for ZESCO Limited, ending the emergency tariff structure that expires on October 31, 2025. The new rates will take effect on November 1, 2025, and run until October 31, 2026.
ERB Board Chairperson James Banda said the Board accepted ZESCO’s proposal to revert to the four-tier system under the Multi-Year Tariff Framework. As a result, residential customers will see a 46% reduction in the highest tariff, from K6.39 to K3.45 per kWh, offering much-needed relief to households.
However, ZESCO’s plan to introduce two separate residential tariffs one for low-income and another for standard customers was rejected. ERB said basing lifeline eligibility on geographical location was unfair and directed ZESCO to develop a more equitable system.
The Lifeline tariff for the first 200 units remains unchanged, protecting low-income customers. Meanwhile, tariffs for commercial, social services, and water pumping customers have been maintained, except for the W4 water pumping rate, which drops from K1.72 to K1.50 per kWh to support clean water supply.
ERB also removed fixed charges for distribution and maximum demand customers, simplifying the tariff structure. The Board said the approved rates strike a balance between consumer protection and ZESCO’s financial sustainability.
DAVID KAZADI SAYS HIS UNCLE OSCAR CHAVULA GAVE HIM A MILLION DOLLARS TO COME TRY ZAMBIA
Popular filmmaker David Kazadi opened up about what persuaded his move to Zambia when he featured on Kenny T 1 ON 1 podcast hosted by Kenny T.
The filmmaker revealed that he was always puzzled seeing his uncle HOT FM’s executive chairman Oscar Chavula, who worked in Zambia, drive flashy cars while he who worked in the United Kingdom couldn’t afford them.
Kazadi’s image of Zambia was that of Samfya as it was the place he had lived in with his grandparents before leaving for the United Kingdom to join his parents at seven years old, hence his skepticism in coming to Zambia.
“Come for six weeks(months), I’m gonna give you a million dollars, and you do whatever you want,” Oscar Chavula told David Kazadi when persuading him to come to Zambia.
The filmmaker came to Zambia, and just like his uncle, whom he affectionately referred to as “Uncle O,” said he realized what he meant all the time, he encouraged him to come to Zambia.
David Kazadi described Zambia as a “plain canvas,” and that six months visit turned into six years of creating movies, reality shows, and talent shows.
David Kazadi is now a prominent public figure with massive achievement in the Zambian entertainment, and he is still painting his canvas.
The Malawi High Court has quashed a previous ruling that would have seen the self-styled prophet, Shepherd Bushiri, and his wife, Mary, forcibly returned to South Africa. The High Court in Lilongwe intervened to set aside the extradition order initially granted by the Chief Resident Magistrate’s Court on March 12. This development throws the high-profile fraud and money laundering case, which involves a staggering US$5.4 million (R102 million), into further disarray and represents a significant victory for the controversial couple.
The court’s judgment was notably critical of the lower court’s handling of the matter. It found that the magistrate’s decision to proceed with the extradition was fundamentally flawed. The ruling stated,
“The magistrate lacked brevity to stand by the course of justice to dismiss the request entirely for reasons explained above.” Elaborating further, the court added, “Dismissing all but three grounds was only a good starting point. We have completed what was omitted to be done.”
This legal language underscores the high court’s view that the initial process was incomplete and improperly conducted, leading to their decisive intervention.
Malawi High Court Blocks Bushiri And Wife’s Extradition To South Africa The Bushiris’ legal troubles have been a source of public fascination since they absconded from South Africa in November 2020. This dramatic exit came mere days after the Pretoria Central Magistrate’s Court had released them on bail of US$10,600 (R200,000) each.
Following their flight, South African authorities swiftly submitted an extradition request the following month. The couple, who lead the Enlightened Christian Gathering church, a congregation with a substantial following across the continent, now remain in their home nation of Malawi, shielded from immediate extradition by this latest ruling.
The decision is an apparent setback for South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority. In the wake of the magistrate’s initial ruling, South Africa’s Justice Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, had sought to project an air of confidence, assuring the public that the Bushiris would not evade justice. She emphasised the international reach of law enforcement, stating,
“If [the Bushiris] do, then they are on Interpol. So, if they move to another country, we’ll go and look for them and bring them back.”
The minister also confirmed at the time that the state would vigorously oppose any appeal from the Bushiri legal team, a battle that has now taken a new turn with the high court’s judgment.
CATERPILLAR HARVESTING AFFECTS VOTER REGISTRATION IN KANCHIBIYA DISTRICT
Kanchibiya District Voter Education Committee (DVEC) Coordinator, Chrispin Chishimba says the on-going voter registration exercise is progressing well in Kanchibiya District.
Mr Chishimba, however, said that caterpillar collection season is forcing Voter Education Facilitators (VEFs) to follow people into remote camps where the caterpillar collection is being done.
Speaking in an interview with the Zambia News and Information Services (ZANIS), Mr Chishimba said VEFs across the district are reporting similar challenges regarding the caterpillar collection season.
Mr Chishimba said many residents have left their villages to collect caterpillars in the bush.
He said VEFs are following them to the caterpillar camps to conduct exercise.
He disclosed that Assistant Registration Officers (AROs), who are issuing the voters’ cards stay only at fixed polling stations even when the turnout is a bit low.
He recommended that ECZ should allow registration teams to move nearer to caterpillar camps within the same polling districts.
Mr Chishimba said amongst other challenges Voter Education Facilitators (VEFs) are faced with are long distances and high transport costs.
“High transport costs occur owing to exploitation from some members of the community who think the VEFs have a lot of money,” he said.
Mr Chishimba also suggested providing bicycles to VEFs in future exercise.
Meanwhile, Voter Education Facilitator VEF, Joseph Mwansa also expressed the same concerns.
He said the vast distances within the district prove to be the biggest challenge faced.
“We appeal to the commission to provide bicycles in rural districts for future activities,” he said.
Mr Mwansa also said the caterpillar collection by residents has proved to be a huge challenge, forcing him to work even at night when members of the community return from the forests.
He has, however, expressed optimism that despite the challenges, the team are on schedule to meet their targets.
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga missed President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Tuesday to attend a medical review in South Africa, the Presidency confirmed on Thursday.
Chiwenga, 69, was notably absent during the opening of the third session of the 10th Parliament, where his counterpart Vice President Kembo Mohadi was in attendance.
In a brief response to a ZimLive enquiry, Presidential spokesman George Charamba said:
“The Vice President had a medical review in South Africa.”
He is understood to have since returned to Zimbabwe.
Chiwenga’s last public appearance was on October 25, when he attended the 75th anniversary celebrations of St Luke’s Mission and St Luke’s Mission Hospital in Lupane, following a tour of development projects in Matabeleland South.
His absence at such a key national event, however, fuelled speculation of political tensions within the ruling Zanu PF, amid reports of an intensifying power struggle ahead of the 2028 election.
Party insiders claim allies of President Mnangagwa — allegedly led by businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei — are pushing to have the former army commander sidelined from both government and party structures, effectively removing him from the succession race.
Chiwenga is said to be opposed to efforts to extend Mnangagwa’s rule beyond 2028, when his second and final term is set to end under the 2013 Constitution — a stance that has reportedly strained relations with powerful factions in Zanu PF.
Nigeria’s Qing Madi Makes History as First African Artist to Collaborate with Lil Wayne
By: Trace Naija
Nigerian rising star Qing Madi has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first African artist to feature on a song with American rap icon Lil Wayne.
The groundbreaking collaboration appears on her latest single titled “Working II”, which also features R&B legend Keith Sweat.
Released earlier this week, the song blends Afro-soul rhythms with classic R&B melodies and Lil Wayne’s signature rap flow, marking a cross-generational and cross-continental fusion that’s already creating buzz across streaming platforms.
✅ The UN Security Council has adopted a historic resolution endorsing Morocco’s Autonomy Plan ❤️ under Moroccan sovereignty!
✅ 11 votes in favor: United States , France , United Kingdom , South Korea , Denmark , Slovenia , Greece , Guyana , Sierra Leone , Somalia , Panama
3 abstentions: Russia , China , Pakistan
⬛️ 1 non-participation: Algeria
0 against.
By reaffirming Autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty as the most realistic and credible solution, and urging the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy to hold negotiations based on the Autonomy Initiative, the Security Council adopted Resolution 2797 on Friday, October 31, 2025.
This resolution marks a turning point in resolving the Moroccan Sahara dispute , signaling the endgame for Algeria, and raising questions about its willingness to turn the page on half a century of hostility and look toward the future. ✨
The greatest politician of all times. Man of the people. Gave 100% salary increment to civil servants and Standardized salary scales.
Before him, civil servants working under different ministries were getting different scales though having same qualifications. After him, things changed.
He had a dream to reorganize Zambia and do things that were never before. He created a credit facility meant for civil servants so they borrow at lower rates. This too has not been rivalled by anyone more than 10 years after his death.
He moved the provincial capital from Livingstone to Choma and attempted to join Chirundu to Lusaka by road. His dream was to Link Zambia by road opening new rural areas to development, in what he dubbed the link Zambia program.
He felt the need to increase districts and not constituencies. And during his few years in power, he increased the number of districts.
During his reign, Emeralds were sold in Zambia. He was never a perfect man but citizens felt his love and not lies.
That is why when he died, no one in the PF was big enough to carry his vision. And they have since given the party as a free gift to its enemies. Indeed he was a man of action weakened and destroyed by disease. #tztpost
South Africa and Egypt have emerged as the most powerful nations in Africa, according to the latest Power Sub ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
The ranking highlights countries that consistently shape global conversations, influence policy directions and command significant economic and military strength.
These nations are recognised for their ability to project influence and maintain strong international alliances.
The Power Sub ranking evaluates countries based on six key attributes — leadership, economic influence, strong exports, political influence, international alliances, and military strength.
According to the report, South Africa leads the continent as Africa’s most powerful country, followed by Egypt , Morocco , Ghana and Algeria .
“Fake pastors” sparks uproar as church group accuses Moja Love of anti-Christian bias
A storm is brewing over Moja Love TV’s programme Fake Pastors, with the South African Church Defenders (SACD) accusing the channel of promoting bias against Christianity.
In a formal complaint to MultiChoice South Africa, the group claims the show “systematically ridicules and criminalises” the faith, portraying legitimate church leaders as fraudulent and exploitative.
Hosted by Sihle Sibisi (pictured), Fake Pastors has been accused of crossing the line between investigative journalism and religious persecution, using sensationalism to foster public hostility toward Christian ministers.
SACD highlights what it calls repeated bias from the show’s host, citing Sibisi’s public description of herself as a “survivor of the late TB Joshua,” which the group says compromises her neutrality when dealing with Christian subjects.
According to the complaint, the programme risks misleading viewers into associating Christianity with corruption and deception, undermining public trust in church leadership and discouraging responsible ministry.
The Church Defenders are demanding the immediate suspension and review of Fake Pastors, a written explanation from MultiChoice regarding the show’s approval, disclosure of Moja Love’s editorial guidelines on religious content, formal engagement between the broadcaster and church representatives, and a public apology to the Christian community.
They warn that failure to address these concerns could result in escalation to the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) and potential legal action.
“This letter is not written in anger but in conviction,” said Rector Ngobeni, SACD’s media contact. “We represent millions of South Africans who believe in Christ, honour the Church, and respect lawful authority. The Church will not be silent. We are ready to stand, to speak, and to defend our faith with truth, conviction, and boldness.”
While SACD has not yet called for a boycott, it has warned that ongoing “anti-Christian propaganda” could trigger a nationwide cancellation campaign among Christian networks and congregations.
CABINET has approved the Criminal Procedure Code (Amendment) Bill 2025 for publication and introduction in Parliament during the current sitting, which – if passed into law – will see defilement, rape, incest, medicine, and stock thefts become non-bailable offences.
The proposed legislation seeks to provide for forensic criminal procedures and will also see theft of copper, diamond, gold, railway, aircraft, vertical signalisation installation with associated facilities and installations, distribution system, transmission system, vessels, traffic sign and navigation non-bailable.
The Bill will make the destruction of, or damaging of an aircraft, distribution system, transmission system, road airport infrastructure, aerodrome, vessel and navigation mark non-bailable offences.
Currently, the Criminal Procedure Code Cap 88 restricts the admissibility of forensic evidence to analysts trained in chemical or bacterial disciplines.
Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa said the restriction is a challenge as there is rapid advancement in forensic science.
MUKUKA BACKS PROPOSAL FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENT FOR ASPIRING MPs IN 2026
Youth Alliance Zambia President, Mukuka Kampamba, popularly known as Tiza Mukuka, has joined former government spokesperson Dora Siliya in calling for a degree qualification to be among the requirements for individuals aspiring to become Members of Parliament in 2026.
The outspoken youth advocate said the proposal is aimed at ensuring that those entrusted with making decisions on behalf of the nation are well-educated and professionally equipped.
“I will also move to petition the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to ensure this requirement is implemented ahead of the 2026 general elections,” Mukuka stated in a facebook post.
filmmaker David Kazadi has accused law enforcement officers of leaking the steamy video he was seen in as he ferociously drilled a slay queen’s “Kikonge Gold mine” with a neck tie.
Three months ago, the Englishman was all over social media news pages after disturbing videos of him benefiting from model, Mwaka Halwiindi’s oral pleasuring skills and another lady’s reproductive tunnel went viral.
Appearing on Kenny T One on One podcast, Kazadi claimed that after the Mwaka Halwiindi video surfaced online, he willingly handed himself over to the police to explain his side of the story.
He said as he exculpated himself, law enforcement officers confiscated his phone for investigations.
He claimed that after he left the phone with the officers, he was shocked to see his ‘neck tie’ video which he passionately produced whilst in the UK making lines on the net.
The British English speaker who seemed ignorant of the country’s laws and probably needs a private cyber crimes tutor stated that as a west raised Zambian, some things such as producing private videos of slay queens devouring his elongated ends were legal.
“I gave law enforcement officers my phone and I expected them to protect what they found in my phone. it wasn’t meant for the public. So the video comes out on the day we were supposed to launch the Icon. Very coincidental and timely. How did a personal video go out to the public when you had my devices? There’s an asepect of distribution, so who’s the criminal here, for me distribution is the bigger crime,” said Kazadi.
“I was raised in the west so there are certain things that you would do that you would think it’s not that deep. It’s four five years old so what’s the problem.”
Temba Mliswa Accuses VP Chiwenga’s Wife Of SONA Sabotage In a stunning accusation that has set social media ablaze, firebrand former MP Temba Mliswa has publicly alleged that Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s wife, Colonel Miniyothabo “Minnie” Baloyi Chiwenga, was responsible for the embarrassing power cut that interrupted President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s State of the Nation Address (SONA). The dramatic blackout occurred on Tuesday, 28 October 2025, at the new parliament building in Mount Hampden, forcing the President to conclude his speech under torchlight.
A Serious Allegation Of Sabotage Mliswa, who has been running an online campaign against the Vice President, did not mince his words. He directly accused Colonel Baloyi Chiwenga of orchestrating the power failure to sabotage the President. He further alleged that she is a member of the Military Intelligence Directorate (MID), creating a serious conflict of interest.
Introducing his explosive claim, Mliswa said:
“The problem that we have which I must say to the nation is that we also have the wife of the Vice President who is part of the Intelligence of the Army which is MID, that being the case she certainly has the interests of her husband. We know the interests, we know how eager he is to become president of the country. In so doing, she will serve the interests of her husband and not the country.”
Mliswa argued that these were not isolated incidents. He pointed out that normal parliamentary sittings are not interrupted by power cuts, yet President Mnangagwa has suffered two such outages during major events. He said this was evidence of sabotage.
Conflicting Narratives And A Suspended Official The claims emerge amidst a confusing official response. Abel Gurupira, the acting managing director of the Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC), was suspended in connection with the blackout. An internal memo signed by ZESA Holdings acting group CEO Cletus Nyachowe cited both the SONA blackout and a previous outage during the ZANU-PF conference in Mutare.
However, this explanation was later contradicted by a statement from Parliament Clerk Kennedy Chokuda on 29 October. He revealed that the new parliament had deliberately disconnected itself from ZESA supply and was running on a hired generator during the address.
Chokuda explained:
“When supplies were lost, the generator was still running but not supplying power. Preliminary investigations indicate that a circuit breaker supplying the load had tripped. The restoration took longer than expected, resulting in part of the SONA being delivered without power supply.”
This admission suggested that the blackout was linked to Parliament’s own internal systems, not ZESA. It raised serious questions about why the ZETDC boss was suspended when ZESA had been kept only on standby.
A “Parallel Structure” And Calls For Retirement Building on his accusations, Mliswa claimed that Colonel Baloyi Chiwenga was effectively running a “parallel structure” within military intelligence that undermined the official command chain.
“She is running a parallel structure…The commander of MID certainly does not tolerate her. In not tolerating her, she is able to run a parallel structure. You cannot have a parallel structure from a security perspective,” said Mliswa.
He insisted that she should be retired from her military role and encouraged to pursue charity work instead.
The former MP concluded with a warning to President Mnangagwa not to be “too accommodating” towards people plotting his downfall. He described such figures as “snakes in the house” that should be “crushed before they bite.”
Meanwhile, the blackout has ignited fierce debate online, with reactions ranging from outrage to dismissal. Some users supported Mliswa’s claims, while others called them “madness” and “nonsense.” The government has not yet issued an official response to the specific allegations against the Vice President’s wife.
You can watch the video below:
📹 In new video, former MP Temba Mliswa who has been crusading against vice president Constantino Chiwenga, attempts to pin a power cut that interrupted President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s address to parliament on Tuesday on the retired general’s wife, Col Miniyothabo Baloyi pic.twitter.com/C9qtKc4llH
Law enforcement officers on Tuesday disrupted the launch of a campaign opposing alleged plans by the ruling Zanu-PF party to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term beyond 2028, but opposition figures say they remain determined to resist any constitutional amendment.
Police reportedly stormed the SAPES Trust offices in Harare, where opposition politicians Tendai Biti, Job Sikhala, Munyaradzi Gwisai, and Jacob Ngarivhume were due to address the media and civil society representatives.
The meeting, aimed at mobilising resistance against what organisers describe as a “term-extension plot” to keep Mnangagwa in power until 2030, was cut short after officers ordered participants to disperse.
Sources also alleged that the SAPES Trust conference room had been petrol-bombed earlier in the day by suspected state agents, damaging property and heightening tensions.
Speaking after the disruption, Sikhala vowed that the opposition would not be silenced.
“It shows the state of national panic,” he said. “You can see the riot police approaching right now – this is a dictatorship in panic. But Zimbabweans must not panic. We are going to announce the next course of action soon.”
The crackdown comes amid growing unease following Zanu-PF’s resolution at its recent Mutare Conference to explore legal avenues to extend President Mnangagwa’s tenure beyond the constitutionally mandated two terms.
Inside the ruling party, the proposal has reportedly deepened factional divisions, with a camp aligned to Vice President Constantino Chiwenga said to be resisting the idea and backing his eventual succession bid.
Meanwhile, civil society and church leaders have warned that extending Mnangagwa’s presidency could have severe political and economic repercussions.
Kenneth Mtata, programmes director for the World Council of Churches (WCC), said the move would undermine the progress made since the 2017 transition.
“The proposal to extend the presidential term will hurt Zimbabwe at many levels,” Mtata said. “It will destroy international trust, jeopardise debt restructuring efforts, discourage investment, and reopen old political wounds. Most importantly, it will erase any chance of the President leaving a positive legacy.”
Mtata added that policy instability and coercive governance would “set Zimbabwe back years” in its efforts to rebuild democratic institutions and attract global partnerships.
The Supreme Court has ruled that legal arguments prepared by Professor Welshman Ncube with the assistance of artificial intelligence – and citing 12 fictitious judgments – are invalid and must be treated as a nullity.
The decision followed submissions by Advocate Thabani Mpofu, who represented Andrew Zuze in a mining dispute against Pulserate Investments (Pvt) Ltd, the appellant in the case.
Pulserate, represented by Professors Welshman Ncube and Lovemore Madhuku, had argued that the defective submissions could still be considered. The bench, however, dismissed this position.
A three-judge panel comprising Justices Susan Mavangira, Felistus Chatukuta, and Hlekani Mwayera upheld Advocate Mpofu’s argument that the AI-generated documents had no legal weight.
“The court has the power to erase these documents as of no consequence,” Justice Mavangira ruled.
The court also dismissed the appeal by consent, deeming it abandoned, and ordered Pulserate to pay costs at the higher scale.
“The matter is hereby removed from the roll, regarded as abandoned and deemed dismissed,” the ruling read.
The submissions came under scrutiny after being exposed as containing non-existent and defective citations generated through AI.
In a letter dated July 3, Prof Ncube apologised to the Supreme Court, describing the incident as a “catastrophic lapse in professional judgment.”
“I wish to express my profound regret and apology to the court for the citation of defective and non-existent cases in the heads of argument I prepared and caused to be filed,” he wrote.
He explained that the errors originated from a graduate researcher who used artificial intelligence to source case law without verification.
“Upon reviewing the respondent’s submissions, I questioned my researcher, who admitted to using artificial intelligence for research and failing to verify the material it provided,” he said.
Prof Ncube said he took full responsibility for the oversight, insisting there was no intention to mislead the court.
“It is difficult to imagine anything more embarrassing to me personally as senior counsel and officer of this honourable court,” he wrote. “The integrity of all legal proceedings depends on the accuracy of authorities cited.”
He also apologised to Advocate Mpofu for the inconvenience caused by having to verify the non-existent citations.
Legal analysts said the judgment – Pulserate Investments (Pvt) Ltd v Andrew Zuze and Others [SC202/25] – serves as a landmark cautionary precedent on the risks of unverified AI use in legal practice.
“This case is a wake-up call,” one legal expert noted. “It reinforces the principle that professional diligence and fact verification remain indispensable, even in the age of artificial intelligence.”
CAMEROON ON EDGE AMID PROTESTS FOLLOWING DISPUTED ELECTION
CAMEROON remains tense following the election earlier this month that extended President Paul Biya term in office.
At 92, he is the world’s oldest state leader and after more than four decades in power, young people want things to change.
Protesters and security forces have clashed for days in many cities across the country in the build-up and aftermath of the vote.
Opposition leaders and supporters say the election was rigged and blame Biya for the problems facing the country.
“Cameroonians, who had long been afraid, find themselves saying ‘this is too much’, which is why young people who voted overwhelmingly for change find themselves forced to start a revolution,” says activistAndré Blaise Essama.
“When I look at the cities that are deserted on weekdays, it see it wasn’t a good idea for those in power, even after 43 years, to still believe that they can get away with it,” he says.
There has been widespread international criticism of the violent crackdown by security forces on the demonstrations.
Civil society groups say at least 23 people have been killed since the weekend, and over 200 have been arrested.
“We’re simply asking the army to withdraw and stand behind us, because the strength of Cameroon is us, the youth, the people. It is the people who elect their president,” says one protester.
Main opposition lead, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, has vowed to resist until the “final victory” over Biya.
He has called on his supporters to called for institute a three-day national lockdown from Monday to show their disagreement with the results.
Bakary, who had been holed up in his home in Garoua since the poll, on Friday that loyal soldiers had taken him to a secure location for his safety.
Analysts said if this turns out to be the case, it could indicate a split within the army, further escalating tensions in the country.
Four Cowdray Park Men Fined for Assaulting Brother-in-Law Over Lobola Delay
Four men from Cowdray Park in Bulawayo have been fined US$150 each after assaulting their brother-in-law for allegedly taking too long to pay lobola.
Game of Snooker Turns Ugly According to court records seen by B-Metro, the altercation occurred on 19 October near the Cowdray Park signpost, where the group had gathered to play snooker.
Prosecutor Cathrine Kuzu told the court that during the game, the four in-laws — Silence Maboda (23), Motion Maboda (20), Gerald Mupatsi (23) and Pardon Manzvidza (20) — confronted Cosmas Utete (27) about delays in his bride price payments.
“Why are you delaying to pay lobola for our sister?” one of them reportedly said.
The men reportedly slapped, punched, and dragged Utete to the ground in full view of bystanders.
Court Issues Sentence The four appeared before Western Commonage magistrate Jeconia Prince Ncube, who found them guilty of assault.
Each was ordered to pay a fine of US$150 by December 5, or face three months in prison if they fail to pay.
The magistrate reminded the group that family disputes, including lobola issues, should be resolved peacefully.
Victim Treated for Injuries Utete sustained a swollen eye and bruises and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. He later reported the matter to police, leading to the arrest of the four men.
Social Media Reacts Social media users reacted with humour to the unusual Cowdray Park lobola dispute, joking about the in-laws’ actions and the groom’s alleged delay in paying lobola. Many found the situation amusing, with some suggesting that the incident could have been avoided through peaceful family discussions instead of resorting to violence.
Foreign Coaches Vying for Zimbabwe Warriors Head Coach Role
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has received more than 200 applications for the vacant Warriors head coach position, drawing interest from both local and international coaches.
The online application portal closed on Thursday, marking the end of a month-long recruitment process.
High-Profile Foreign Coaches in the Running According to Soccer24, among the notable applicants is Chris Hughton, 66, a former manager of Tottenham Hotspur, Norwich City, Newcastle United, Brighton, and Nottingham Forest. Hughton also has African coaching experience, having managed Ghana two years ago.
Other high-profile names reportedly vying for the position include former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp, ex-Warriors goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar, and Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet.
Additionally, Sam Allardyce, Egyptian coach Mohamed Fathi, and Adel Amrouche, currently in charge of Rwanda, are believed to be in the mix.
German coach Winfried Schäfer, Ghana’s current technical director, is also reportedly under consideration, having been previously shortlisted for the role before Michael Nees was appointed.
Strict Eligibility Criteria ZIFA confirmed that only coaches with a CAF Pro or UEFA Pro Licence and at least five years’ experience managing national teams in Africa were eligible to apply. The association emphasized the need for a seasoned coach capable of preparing the Warriors for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals.
Decision Expected Soon ZIFA president Nqobile Magwizi said the new coach is expected to be announced next week, either on Monday or Tuesday, as the Warriors intensify preparations for AFCON, where they will face Algeria and Qatar during the FIFA international break in November.
With over 200 applications, including several high-profile international names, the Warriors’ next head coach could bring a wealth of experience from both European leagues and African football.
This ANC press release is diplomatic yet devastating for Madam Dictator.
The admission that the ANC delegation did not observe any voting or counting is highly significant, as it distances the South African ruling party from potential accusations of validating a sham election.
I find the phrase “breakdown in communication” important because it is clearly meant to explain why the delegation failed to fulfil its stated mission. That is how chaotic things became, and it also explains the impact of the internet shutdown making any credible election impossible.
In other words, there was no credible election, and no election was observed. Madam Dictator has taken Tanzania to an unprecedented new low!
The ANC Press Release; FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 31 October 2025
THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS (ANC) CONFIRMS THAT A DELEGATION LED BY THE DEPUTY SECRETARY GENERAL UNDERTOOK A VISIT TO THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
The African National Congress confirms that a delegation, led by the Deputy Secretary General, Comrade Nomvula Mokonyane, undertook a visit to Tanzania at the invitation of our sister party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM). The purpose of this visit was to observe the electoral process, following established practices of political exchange and solidarity.
In that spirit, the delegation participated in the final pre-election rallies, underscoring our long-standing sisterly bonds.
However, for reasons that are currently unknown, a breakdown in communication occurred. As a result, the delegation was unable to observe any aspect of the elections. The Deputy Secretary General will brief the office bearers of the African National Congress on this matter.
We place our confidence in the regional bodies that are mandated to observe the overall integrity of the process and look forward to the comprehensive assessments of the accredited international observer missions.
The African National Congress values its relationship with the people of Tanzania and remains committed to fostering constructive collaboration across the continent, which advances the decolonial aspirations of the liberation struggle. The Deputy Secretary General has already arrived back in the country.
SAFA slammed for Bafana Bafana friendly with ‘no longer our level’ Zambia – ‘We need to play against Brazil and Germany’
….claims its better to play Cape Verde than Zambia
| Goal/KickOff | October 31, 2025 |
South Africa legend Mlungisi Ngubane is not convinced that Bafana Bafana should be playing Zambia in a friendly match.
Ngubane believes it is not the right way to go for a team chasing continental glory and the knockout rounds of the World Cup.
Zambia? Our focus should be World Cup! “Are we still playing against teams like Zambia? I thought we had moved past that stage; teams like Zambia are no longer on our level. We’ve gone past that stage,” he told KickOff.
“We should be competing against teams like Cape Verde, who qualified for the World Cup without any challenges.
“We need to schedule friendlies against countries like Morocco. We should be facing teams that have also qualified for the World Cup, just like us. Our focus should be on preparing for the World Cup, not the AFCON,” Ngubane continued.
“Otherwise, come January, we’ll have to start planning for the World Cup with less than five months to go.
“We should consistently beat teams like Zambia without difficulty in AFCON tournaments. Right now, we need to be playing friendlies against teams like Brazil and Germany, which are fellow World Cup participants like us,” he concluded.
US President Donald Trump is pushing Republicans to eliminate the Senate’s filibuster rule as the ongoing government shutdown stretches into its fourth week.
In a late-night post on Truth Social following his return from an Asia trip, Trump called for the GOP to employ the “nuclear option” to advance their agenda and immediately end the stalemate.
The filibuster currently requires 60 votes to advance most legislation in the Senate. Trump argued that Republicans, who currently control Congress and the White House, should play their “Trump card” and “Get rid of the Filibuster, and get rid of it, NOW!”
Trump criticized the current situation, writing: “The one question that kept coming up, however, was how did the Democrats SHUT DOWN the United States of America, and why did the powerful Republicans allow them to do it?”
He praised current Republican leaders like Senate Majority Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson, but blasted Democrats as “crazed lunatics” who are holding up funding over unrelated demands. Trump accused Democrats of wanting to take “Trillions of Dollars to be taken from our Healthcare System and given to others, who are not deserving — People who have come into our Country illegally, many from prisons and mental institutions.”
The President pointed out that Democrats themselves previously tried to abolish the filibuster when they controlled Congress and the White House during the Biden administration. That effort failed largely due to opposition from then-Senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema, both of whom have since become independents.
Trump suggested that abolishing the filibuster would immediately end the “ridiculous, country-destroying shutdown” and allow Republicans to install “the best Judges, the best U.S. Attorneys, the best of everything.”
He also referenced the 2013 decision by former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to eliminate the 60-vote threshold for most executive branch and judicial nominees, stating he now wants to use the tactic to “take advantage of the Democrats.”
NASA publicly pushed back this week after reality TV star Kim Kardashian revived the decades-old conspiracy theory that the 1969 Apollo 11 Moon landing was faked.
In the latest episode of her series, The Kardashians, the celebrity mogul shared her doubts with co-star Sarah Paulson, claiming she had articles and videos proving astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin never actually walked on the lunar surface.
Kardashian’s primary piece of evidence was an alleged quote from astronaut Buzz Aldrin. While reading from an unnamed source, she claimed Aldrin responded to a question about the expedition’s scariest moment by saying:
“There was no scary moment because it didn’t happen. It could’ve been scary, but it wasn’t because it didn’t happen.” “Go to TikTok … see for yourself … Why is the flag blowing? … Why are there no stars?”
Despite Kardashian insisting that Aldrin “says it all the time now in interviews,” numerous fact-checks have shown that clips used by conspiracy theorists are often heavily edited or taken out of context.
Aldrin has consistently maintained that the Moon landing was real, and he even allegedly punched a man in 2022 for harassing him about the mission being a hoax.
Hours after the episode aired, NASA’s Acting Administrator Sean Duffy took to social media platform X to set the record straight:
“Yes, we’ve been to the Moon before… 6 times!”
Duffy tagged Kardashian in his post and highlighted the agency’s current lunar program, the Artemis mission, which aims to return humans to the Moon.
He concluded his clapback by stating, “We won the last space race and we will win this one too,” before extending an invitation for Kardashian to attend the Artemis mission’s launch at the Kennedy Space Center.
Kardashian’s comments have predictably reignited the popular conspiracy theory online, urging viewers to “go to TikTok” to “see for yourself.” However, scientists continue to emphasize the mountain of evidence, including 382 kilograms of lunar rock brought back by Apollo astronauts and independently verified by laboratories globally.
Yes, @KimKardashian, we’ve been to the Moon before… 6 times!
And even better: @NASAArtemis is going back under the leadership of @POTUS.
We won the last space race and we will win this one too 🇺🇸🚀
