“When I was the mayor of Johannesburg, Helen Zille asked me to stop providing services to poor communities‼️”_ Herman Mashaba
“This is the same thing the DA is doing in Cape Town. They dont care about poor communities and black communities. And now that same €vil Hellen wants to be the mayor of Johannesburg so she can make the poor more poor and the rich more richer”_ said Herman Mashaba
The ActionSA president Herman Mashaba is known for his great work as the former mayor of Johannesburg. Many Illegal foreigners got deported when he was in power, many sections of Johannesburg were getting cleaned and fixed, services were provided in both rich and poor communities. Herman passed his leadership skills down to Dr Nasiphi Moya who is now the mayor of Thswane.
But Helen Zille and the ANC teamed up to get rid of Herman Mashaba. Realizing what they were up to, Herman voluntarily quit his responsibilities as the mayor because they would have cooked up lies against him just to get rid of him the hard way, the same way Helen Zille and the DA is doing now with Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya.
Helen Zille is just as €vil as Julius Malema and Cyril Ramaphosa.
Jimmy Kimmel must apologize and donate to Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA to return to air
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel may need to make a public apology and a “meaningful personal donation” to Charlie Kirk’s nonprofit, Turning Point USA, if he wants his show to return to air, according to reports.
The demand comes after Kimmel made controversial remarks regarding Kirk, sparking backlash from conservative broadcasters and affiliates.
ABC has reportedly suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! indefinitely in the wake of the controversy. Sinclair Broadcast Group, which owns numerous ABC affiliates, has said that the apology and donation are conditions for reinstating the show on its stations.
The incident has ignited debates over free speech, media responsibility, and the influence of political divisions on broadcast programming. Kimmel has not publicly responded to the demands, and it remains unclear when or if the show will resume airing.
IN DEFENCE OF PRESIDENT HAKAINDE HICHILEMA AND THE INTEGRITY OF OUR INSTITUTIONS
By Timmy
The strength of any democracy lies in the consistency and integrity of those who claim to defend it. Unfortunately, in Zambia’s recent political discourse, we continue to witness individuals who speak loudly about constitutionalism and governance, but whose own conduct betrays opportunism and inconsistency.
Two such individuals are Mr. John Sangwa, SC, and Mr. Emmanuel Mwamba. Their recent attempt to discredit the judicial reforms and judge recruitment process under President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration is not just misleading, but also dangerous to the credibility of our democratic institutions.
The Double Standard of John Sangwa
Zambians remember very clearly how Mr. Sangwa, a respected lawyer, once stood firmly against President Edgar Lungu’s unconstitutional third-term bid. At that time, he passionately argued that the Constitution did not allow it. His position earned him praise from many citizens who believed he was acting in defence of the law.
Yet, in a shocking turnaround, the same Sangwa later softened his stance, suggesting that Lungu could still run despite the legal clarity of the matter. This contradiction exposed the weakness of his position. Was he truly defending the Constitution, or was he adjusting his argument to suit hidden interests?
Today, Sangwa has once again emerged not to strengthen legal discourse, but to weaken public confidence in the judiciary by attacking the ongoing reforms. His timing and selective interventions raise serious questions:
Why does Sangwa only speak loudly when it suits his personal or political agenda?
Why does he ignore progress in judicial independence under the New Dawn government, yet exaggerates issues to create controversy?
Why does he seem more preoccupied with positioning himself politically, rather than offering consistent, principled legal guidance?
For someone who brands himself as a constitutional lawyer, Sangwa’s record shows inconsistency, political convenience, and a worrying lack of integrity. Integrity is not about speaking when it benefits you. It is about consistency, courage, and fairness. On all these measures, Sangwa has fallen short.
The Opportunism of Emmanuel Mwamba
Equally troubling is Mr. Emmanuel Mwamba’s continued role as a megaphone for negative propaganda. He eagerly publishes Sangwa’s contradictions, hoping to stir public anger against President Hichilema. But the Zambian people must ask: what solutions has Mr. Mwamba ever provided for the problems he criticizes?
Mwamba claims to love Zambia, yet he remains in self-imposed exile instead of standing with the people he claims to represent. Is this the behavior of a patriot, or of someone who thrives on stirring division from a safe distance?
When Zambia needed bold reforms, Mwamba offered none. When Zambia needed solutions to debt, joblessness, and corruption, Mwamba was silent. Yet today, he claims moral authority to criticize those who are actively rebuilding the nation. It is clear that his motivation is not love for the nation, but hatred for the President.
President Hichilema’s Record Speaks Louder than Their Criticism
While Sangwa and Mwamba play politics with the judiciary and governance, President Hakainde Hichilema has been delivering results:
Judicial reforms are strengthening independence, transparency, and credibility of the courts.
Economic growth has rebounded from -2.7% under PF to nearly 6% today.
Over 60,000 jobs have been created in education, health, and defense through mass recruitment.
Free education has brought back 2.5 million children to school.
Debt restructuring has restored Zambia’s credibility in the eyes of the global community.
Peace and stability have been safeguarded, ensuring investor confidence and community development.
Constituency Development Fund (CDF) has increased from K1.6 million to K36.1 million, empowering communities like never before.
These achievements demonstrate a leadership that is consistent, hardworking, and focused on solutions not excuses.
The Real Question: Who Can Zambians Trust?
As citizens, we must now ask ourselves: Who truly deserves our trust? The President who works tirelessly to stabilize the nation, or those whose words change depending on their personal interests?
Mr. Sangwa’s inconsistency and Mr. Mwamba’s opportunism do not serve Zambia. They only serve their bitterness. True patriotism is about solutions, not attacks. True leadership is about building, not tearing down.
President Hakainde Hichilema has shown, time and again, that he is committed to the rule of law, institutional integrity, and national progress. No amount of noise from opportunists can erase the reality of his achievements.
Case No. RC/001/2025 The People vs. Remmy Chongo’s Article
JUDGMENT
Delivered by The Bench of Reason and Reflection
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Introduction
This Court has been called upon, not by summons but by sheer exhaustion, to consider the sprawling claims of one Remmy Chongo, who has appointed himself Advocate-General of Facebook and Prosecutor-in-Chief of WhatsApp. His article, titled “Enough of the Drama”, ironically adds a fresh act to the very drama he condemns.
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The Charges
The article stands accused of the following offences:
1. Speculation in the First Degree – Dressing conjecture as fact without producing a shred of admissible evidence.
2. Overreach with Intent to Impress – Summoning the FBI in a domestic dispute as though Lusaka were a suburb of Washington DC.
3. Contradiction by Conduct – Denouncing theatre while performing lead actor, director, and playwright in his own legal pantomime.
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The Submissions
Mr. Chongo asserts, without hesitation, that if Edgar Lungu is alive, then a conspiracy exists. If he is dead, then the family, the lawyers, or perhaps even the undertakers are liars. In short, someone must be guilty, though he cannot say who.
He further submits that Zambia’s legal fraternity may require disbarment en masse, that families may require prosecution en bloc, and that the FBI may be imported en route to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to restore “national dignity.”
This Court finds such submissions imaginative, if not intoxicating.
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Findings of Fact
After careful review, this Court makes the following findings:
1. That Mr. Chongo has mistaken the Penal Code for a magic carpet, hoping it will fly him over the swamp of evidence he refuses to enter.
2. That his invocation of the FBI is a clear case of jurisdictional hallucination, unsupported by precedent, statute, or common sense.
3. That his cry of “Enough of the drama” while delivering a monologue of Shakespearean proportions amounts to self-contradiction of the highest order.
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The Verdict
Accordingly, this Court rules as follows:
The charge of Speculation in the First Degree is hereby sustained.
The charge of Overreach with Intent to Impress is proven beyond reasonable doubt.
The charge of Contradiction by Conduct is upheld with unanimous laughter.
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Sentence
The article is sentenced to immediate confinement in the archives of Facebook Overexaggerations (Vol. III), with hard labour in the court of public satire.
Furthermore, the accused—Mr. Chongo—is ordered to pay costs, not in kwacha, but in humility: one full public acknowledgment that shouting “legal consequences” without evidence is the very definition of empty rhetoric.
So ordered.
Delivered, signed, and mocked this day by: The High Court of Common Sense, sitting in perpetual contempt of megalomaniac monologues.
Enough of the Drama: Zambians Deserve the Truth About Edgar Lungu
By Remmy Chongo – Advocate for Justice and National Dignity
Zambia is not a playground for political theatre. The ongoing saga surrounding former President Edgar Lungu’s alleged death has crossed the line—from confusion to insult. If the man is alive, then someone is lying. And in law, lies have consequences.
⚖️ If Edgar Lungu Is Not Dead…
Then we are dealing with obstruction of justice, abuse of public trust, and possibly publication of false news with intent to cause fear and alarm—a criminal offence under Section 67 of Zambia’s Penal Code A. Faking death to avoid accountability is not just cowardice—it’s criminal.
♂️ If the Government Was Lied To…
Then those responsible—whether family, lawyers, or political allies—could face charges of:
• Conspiracy to defeat justice • Fabricating evidence • False swearing or perjury if they made declarations under oath
This is not a joke. The courts are not a stage for deception. If you lie to the judiciary, you face the law.
⚖️ What About the Lawyers?
Lawyers in Zambia and South Africa who knowingly misled the courts could face:
• Professional misconduct investigations • Disbarment proceedings • Criminal charges if they aided in obstructing justice
Legal representation is a sacred duty—not a tool for political games.
Can Zambia Call the FBI?
Yes, but only through Mutual Legal Assistance treaties. Zambia can request help from foreign agencies like the FBI if:
• The case involves transnational crime • There’s evidence of fraud, identity manipulation, or international conspiracy B
But let’s be clear: Zambia has its own intelligence services. If they’ve failed, it’s time to ask why. Not outsource justice—fix it.
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Zambians Are Tired
We are tired of:
• Mourning a man who may be alive • Watching courts become theatres • Seeing leaders dodge accountability with drama
This is not about Edgar Lungu alone. It’s about the integrity of our institutions, the dignity of our people, and the truth we deserve.
Let the government act. Let the courts demand evidence. And let the people rise above manipulation.
CREMATING RUMOURS GROW Could it be that they cremated already. There is a certain blogger lady who has been insisting that someone won’t see the body no matter what. What made her say that. Maybe she has information we don’t have.
The court listed the names of the defendants in that case as the only people who have legal access to the remains. The other issue is definition of remains. In our culture remains are almost typically a dead body but in other translation ashes after cremation can also be remains.
Legally speaking, the court put a stop to burial or movement of the remains from the undertaker. But what if someone wanted to transform the state of the remains to ashes, did the court order stop that or maybe someone could advise the undertaker to cremate the remains, simply changing their state, whilst he continues holding the remains as per court instructions.
One other issue is even at that church service there was no coffin. Why? Maybe there was no body to view but ashes. No one even the PF leaders was given a chance to body view. Is the body really there?- Beautiful Zambia news
REMMY CHONGO’S LEGAL THEATRE: WHEN SPECULATION WEARS A WIG
There are moments in Zambia’s political life when citizens yearn for clarity, maturity, and sober leadership. And then there are moments when Remmy Chongo picks up his pen, dons a powdered wig of imagined jurisprudence, and converts the nation’s grief into his own Netflix courtroom drama.
In his latest sermon masquerading as legal analysis, Chongo thunders that Zambia “is not a playground for political theatre”—while ironically turning the saga around Edgar Lungu’s death (or resurrection, depending on which act we’re in) into a three-act play where he is both judge and jury. One can almost hear the gavels echoing in his head as he indicts family, lawyers, and even whispers for the FBI to parachute in from Washington to save Lusaka from itself.
But pause. Let’s reflect.
⚖️ If Edgar Lungu is alive, then what? Chongo imagines a grand conspiracy of fake deaths, forged affidavits, and perjured statements—all neatly wrapped under Section 67 of the Penal Code. The trouble is, he offers no evidence, only sweeping accusations dressed in legalese. It’s as if he believes that sprinkling jargon like “false swearing” and “obstruction of justice” automatically transforms speculation into fact.
♂️ If the government was lied to, then who exactly lied? Here, Chongo grows even bolder—painting everyone in sight as co-conspirators in a political stage play. Families, lawyers, allies—none are spared. It is less analysis than a casting call for villains in his ongoing theatre production.
And then comes the pièce de résistance: Call the FBI! Because, of course, nothing screams sovereignty like outsourcing Zambia’s legal headaches to foreign agencies. Forget OP, forget ZP, forget DEC. In Chongo’s fantasy, Zambia must dial Washington DC to solve a Lusaka drama. It is the political equivalent of summoning Spider-Man when your tap is leaking.
What Chongo forgets is that satire writes itself when overreach is this spectacular. He claims to be tired of “courts becoming theatres” while writing an article that could easily double as a script for The Good Wife: Lusaka Edition. He decries “political games” while dealing cards from his own deck of speculation.
And so, Zambians are indeed tired—not of the family, not of the courts, not even of the endless saga—but of self-appointed prophets of justice who mistake grandstanding for truth. The dignity we seek will not come from loud declarations of imagined crimes, nor from waving the Penal Code like a magic wand. It will come from measured institutions doing their work quietly, and with evidence—not headlines.
Until then, Remmy’s column is not a call to justice; it is a one-man drama auditioned in the theatre of satire, complete with powdered wigs, imaginary gavels, and FBI guest stars.
⬆️ REGIONAL BRIEFING | Mutharika Edges Ahead Amid Chaos as Malawi’s Election Descends into Controversy
Former Malawian President Peter Mutharika is being hailed by his Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) as the victor of Tuesday’s general election. Yet the so-called win is fast collapsing under the weight of controversy.
Accusations of stolen votes, manipulated tallies, and systemic irregularities have overshadowed the early announcements, plunging the nation into uncertainty. The Electoral Commission is under fire after some of its own officials were arrested for allegedly tampering with results, shaking public confidence in the process.
The ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) of incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera is expected to address the nation this afternoon. Party insiders accuse Commission chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja of orchestrating a “grand manipulation” of results, with some voices calling for her immediate resignation.
On the ground, the mood is tense. In Lilongwe and Blantyre, opposition supporters celebrated prematurely while others voiced anger, insisting that Chakwera was on course to victory before results began shifting dramatically.
“This is not democracy, it is daylight theft,” one MCP supporter told The People’s Brief.
Mutharika’s camp, however, insists the victory is decisive. Party spokespersons describe it as a landslide, pointing to strong showings in districts previously viewed as MCP strongholds.
“The people have spoken clearly,” one senior DPP official declared.
The growing divide underscores a larger crisis: whether Malawians will accept the outcome as legitimate or reject it as a stolen mandate.
With turnout standing at more than 60 percent, millions of citizens placed their faith in the ballot, only to now watch the process marred by allegations of fraud.
International observers are monitoring closely, with calls for restraint and transparency as the Commission finalises tallies. Analysts warn that the days ahead will test Malawi’s democratic resilience, as both camps prepare to contest not only the results but also the credibility of the institutions overseeing them.
The Patriotic Front (PF), the biggest political party in Zambia, has announced new appointments to its Central Committee, signalling what officials describe as a decisive step towards rebranding and repositioning the opposition ahead of its General Conference.
At a press briefing in Lusaka, the PF confirmed that Honourable Greyford Monde has been appointed Chairman for Mobilisation. He will be supported by Mr Danny Yenga, who has been named Vice Chairman for Mobilisation.
In the security portfolio, Honourable Stephen Chungu takes over as Chairman, with Honourable Davies Chisopa, Member of Parliament for Mkushi South, appointed as Deputy Chairman.
On the youth front, Honourable Emmanuel Tembo, Member of Parliament for Feira, has been named Deputy National Youth Chairman. He will work alongside Celestine Mukandila and Ms Namakau Silumesi, who have both been appointed as Deputy National Youth Chairpersons.
For provincial leadership, Honourable Malozo Sichone has been appointed Chairman for Muchinga Province. In the women’s wing, Ms Charity Kapona has been named Second Vice Women Chairperson.
Patriotic Front General Secretary announcing the appointments said the appointments are designed to consolidate the PF’s internal organisation and ensure effective preparations for the General Conference to be held later this year.
The new leadership structure reflects more than just routine changes. This is rebranding happening in real time. The PF is not simply reshuffling positions; it is redefining its identity to meet the challenges of Zambia’s evolving political landscape.
The changes come as the PF continues to criticise government institutions and raise alarm over what it calls the erosion of Zambia’s democracy. The combination of internal renewal and external pressure highlights the party’s ambition to regain national leadership.
DANNY YENGA ACCEPTS NEW ROLE AS VICE CHAIRMAN FOR MOBILIZATION OF THE PATRIOTIC FRONT.
Hon. Danny Bwalya Yenga is exceedingly humbled and profoundly honored to be accorded the prestigious opportunity to help mobilize the Patriotic Front at national level with the view of redeeming Zambia from the shackles of bad governance that has seen the rise in tribalism, poverty, moral decadence and undemocratic tendencies etc.
Hon. Danny Yenga has with humility accepted the appointment as the mighty Patriotic Front (PF) vice chairman for mobilization.
Mr. Yenga says that he will descend on his role with discipline, diligent and dedication.
Since the PF lost power in 2021 Hon.Yenga remained instrumental and consistent in helping the party remain steadfast amidst political persecution.
Hon. Danny Yenga comes with vast experience having worked with the founding President Michael Chilufya Sata from opposition till the Patriotic Front formed government in 2011 and has remained loyal to the party and the immediate late president Edgar Chagwa Lungu.
Loyalty and integrity are the core values and beliefs that motivates his political drive to see Zambia developed and it’s wealth equally distributed amongst citizens, political, ethnic, religious inclination not withstanding.
Hon. Danny Bwalya Yenga has accepted the appointment as Patriotic Front Vice Chairperson for Mobilization and very ready to serve with integrity and humility both the Patriotic Front party and the nation at large. DANNY YENGA PUBLIC LIAISONS DESK 21/09/2026
Former First Lady ESTHER NYAWA LUNGU has authorised the PF family lawyer Makebi Zulu to burn into ashes Former President Edgar Lungu if the South African courts continue making judgements that the Former Zambian leader be buried in Zambia.
ESTHER and Makebi have agreed to only allow ashes of Lungu be buried in Zambia.
People have been questioning why ESTHER and the PF are adamant burying Lungu in Zambia.
But in meetings, it has been agreed that they will burn Edgar’s body and only give the Zambian government his ashes to bury in Lusaka.
President Donald Trump on Friday introduced changes to America’s visa system for foreign workers and investors. He announced steep new fees for H-1B applications and unveiled an investor program branded the “Trump Gold Card.”
Under the plan, companies seeking an H-1B visa will be charged $100,000 annually, a cost that Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said major employers support. “All big companies” are on board, he told reporters. Trump also said the tech industry would not oppose the hike. “I think they’re going to be very happy,” he remarked.
The administration also rolled out a $1 million “gold card” visa that could open a pathway to U.S. citizenship, with a higher-tier “Trump Platinum Card” priced at $5 million. That option, still requiring congressional approval, would allow holders to spend up to 270 days a year in the United States without paying U.S. taxes on overseas income. For corporate applicants, the price tag is $2 million.
Critics argue the measures stretch presidential authority by bypassing Congress, and legal challenges are all but certain. If they survive in court, the new requirements would dramatically increase the cost of visas first created by lawmakers in 1990.
H-1B visas were originally intended to bring in highly skilled workers in areas where U.S. employers struggled to hire locally, especially in science and technology. Over time, however, the program has been criticized as a tool for companies to cut labor costs, with some jobs paying foreign workers far less than the salaries typically offered to American employees.
“So no longer will you put trainees on an H-1B visa,” Lutnick said, according to AP. “That it’s just not economic anymore. If you’re going to train people, you’re going to train Americans. … If you have a very sophisticated engineer and you want to bring them in … then you can pay $100,000 a year for your H-1B visa.”
The debate over H-1Bs is not new. Historically capped at 85,000 per year, visas are distributed through a lottery that has long attracted both Fortune 500 firms and staffing agencies. Amazon received more than 10,000 last year, followed by Tata Consultancy, Microsoft, Apple and Google. California remains home to the largest concentration of H-1B workers.
But critics contend too many slots go to entry-level jobs instead of unique roles requiring advanced expertise. Consulting firms, particularly in India, have used the system to recruit workers who are then contracted out to U.S. companies. Doug Rand, a former U.S. immigration official, described this as a “split personality disorder” within the program, with half of the visas supporting long-term employment and the other half fueling a marketplace of outsourcing firms.
“They’re basically entering the lottery so they can hire people that they then rent out to other larger companies doing actual work,” Rand said. “And so there’s a lot of misbehavior and chicanery in this part of the system.”
The Biden administration attempted to tighten oversight, cracking down on multiple applications that boosted lottery odds for some workers. In 2024, entries fell by nearly 40% after the government limited applicants to one chance per person. Labor groups, however, argued further reforms were needed. The AFL-CIO has called for visas to be allocated based on the highest wages offered, rather than random selection, a change Trump previously pursued during his first term.
Trump’s announcement also drew attention to the personal history of First Lady Melania Trump, who entered the U.S. on an H-1B visa in 1996 to work as a model before becoming a citizen.
GOVERNMENT URGED TO CONSIDER CORPORATE TAX CUT TO 25%
Lusaka… Sunday September 21, 2025 – Economist George Mtonga has called for a reduction in Zambia’s corporate tax rate from the current 30% to 25%, arguing that such a move would strengthen the country’s competitiveness in attracting foreign and domestic investment.
Mtonga, an MBA holder, said that the cut made in 2022 from 35 percent to 30 percent had been a step in the right direction, but insisted that more needed to be done if Zambia was to remain attractive in the African investment landscape.
He stated that investors compared Zambia’s tax regime with countries such as Mauritius and Tunisia, where the rate stands at 15%, Egypt at 22.5%, and South Africa at 27%.
According to him, maintaining a 30% rate risked pushing Zambia out of serious consideration by global capital.
The economist argued that lowering the tax rate would not necessarily reduce government revenue.
Instead, he suggested that it would broaden the tax base by encouraging compliance, attracting new businesses, and discouraging tax avoidance.
He further said that such a measure would create more reliable long-term collections.
Mtonga also emphasized the employment benefits of a corporate tax cut.
He explained that reduced taxation would free up resources for companies to reinvest in expansion, hiring, and training, while also encouraging the formalization of small and medium enterprises, which could ultimately strengthen Zambia’s tax net.
He further highlighted that Zambia had an opportunity to position itself as a leading investment gateway in Southern Africa.
By cutting the rate to 25%, he said, the country would gain a competitive edge over regional peers such as Tanzania, Malawi, and Kenya, all of which have rates around 30%.
According to Mtonga, reducing corporate tax was not about giving concessions to corporations but about signaling confidence in Zambia’s economic future.
He insisted that a 25% rate would demonstrate that the country was reform-minded, forward-looking, and ready to unlock new capital inflows.
Meanwhile, Mtonga urged government not to shy away from bold reforms, saying that a lower corporate tax rate should be viewed as an investment in growth, jobs, and long-term competitiveness.
UPND ISSUES STERN WARNING AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED CAMPAIGNS IN AREAS WITH UPND MPs, MAYORS, COUNCIL CHAIRS, AND COUNCILLORS
Lusaka, September 21, 2025
THE United Party for National Development wishes to remind all its members and aspiring candidates of the standing resolution of the National Management Committee, adopted and published in 2020, regarding internal campaign activities. As a party constitutional provision, I verbally and in writing echoed this position in the past.
In line with this resolution, no party member or aspiring candidate is permitted to campaign in any constituency, ward, or area where the UPND has a duly elected Member of Parliament, Mayor, Council Chairperson, or Councillor. This principle equally applies in areas where the UPND is working in collaboration with Independent MPs, as well as constituencies or wards represented by some opposition MPs who are constructively working with our administration.
This directive is intended to safeguard party unity, strengthen cohesion, and allow elected officials the space to deliver on the UPND’s development agenda without unnecessary disruption.
We wish to emphasize that any aspiring candidate found in breach of this directive will face punitive measures in accordance with the UPND’s disciplinary regulations.
Further, the party advises all media houses not to quote aspiring candidates or party members on campaign-related matters in the name of the UPND, as the party has not issued any official position regarding individual aspirations.
The UPND remains a disciplined, democratic, and forward-looking party. All members and aspiring candidates are therefore guided accordingly to respect the NMC resolution and contribute positively towards the party’s collective mission of delivering development to the people of Zambia.
Issued by: BATUKE IMENDA SECRETARY GENERAL UNITED PARTY FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
A Rebuttal to Linda Banks, Zambia’s Dignity is Intact and President Hichilema Has Not Failed
Linda Banks’s article, “A President Who Won’t Travel Because of a Corpse” (20th September 2025), is beautifully written but deeply flawed.
It paints Zambia as a country trapped in shame, its leader “hiding” from the world, and its dignity lost. Yet the facts tell a very different story, of a President who has respected the law, exercised patience, and upheld Zambia’s democratic institutions in the face of a sensitive dispute.
President Hichilema Is Not “Hiding”
Banks claims President Hichilema skipped the United Nations General Assembly out of “embarrassment.” This is untrue. Zambia publicly declared a state funeral for former President Edgar Lungu on 7 June 2025, in line with the State Funerals, Official Funeral policies and state obligation. Far from hiding, the President has been engaged in governance, addressing the nation regularly, and participating in international forums virtually or through senior representation when his domestic presence is required.It is undisputed fact that in today’s diplomatic world, leadership is not measured by physical presence alone but by effective engagement on multiple platforms that are available.
The “Corpse Ransom” Myth
Linda Banks’s most inflammatory accusation is that the Zambian Government has held the body of the late President “ransom.” This is simply false. The government’s consistent position has been that the late President deserves a dignified, state-led burial at Embassy Park, the official resting place for All Zambian heads of state. It was and still is the Lungu family that sought alternative burial plans outside Zambia, creating a legal impasse in South Africa.
South African courts, not Zambian politicians by the way ruled on these matters. Repeated applications by the Lungu family were dismissed, affirming the State’s position as lawful and consistent with both domestic and international norms. To call this “ransom” is to disregard the judiciary’s independent rulings and distort the truth Linda Banks.
Dignity Through Law, Not Spectacle
Linda Banks suggests Zambia’s dignity has been tarnished. On the contrary, dignity is preserved by restraint and respect for process. In many nations, disputes over state burials have led to political chaos, public violence, or unconstitutional state overreach. Zambia, however, has remained peaceful. The President has shown restraint by letting the courts arbitrate, rather than inflaming tensions or forcing the issue. That is not cowardice, it is constitutional maturity.
Ubuntu and Humanity
The charge that President Hichilema lacks ubuntu ignores his very conduct. He has consistently given the Lungu family time and space to pursue their appeals, despite the fact that the law grants the State clear authority in matters of a former President’s burial. He has avoided inflammatory rhetoric, choosing instead to allow due process to unfold. True ubuntu is not about bending the law to emotion; it is about balancing compassion with justice. That is precisely what his government has done very important.
Zambia Is Not a “Theatre of Silence”
Linda Banks compares Zambia’s current situation to Nazi-era complicity, suggesting silence in the face of injustice, wrong . This is an offensive and inaccurate analogy.
Silence is not complicity when legal processes are active. The Zambian State has acted transparently through declared policy, court participation, and public communication. Unlike the “silence” she describes, Zambia’s institutions have functioned openly and within the law, it would be better if she cited a piece of law that has been breached or violated by Hakainde Hichilema and his government.
The True Measure of Leadership
Leadership is not judged by poetic metaphors of gardens and rain, but by results. President Hichilema has preserved national peace, upheld the Constitution, and defended Zambia’s sovereignty in the face of internal and external pressure. While the matter of burial has been complex and emotional, Zambia has not slipped into division or violence. That is leadership.
Linda Banks is right to remind us that leadership requires humanity. But her article misleads readers by suggesting cowardice where there is restraint, shame where there is diplomacy, and cruelty where there is law. President Hakainde Hichilema has not failed Zambia; rather, he has shown that a leader can respect tradition, the bereaved, and the rule of law without succumbing to political theatre.
Zambia’s dignity is not in cold storage. It lives in our peace, our stability, and our Constitution.
By Tobbius Chilembo Hamunkoyo-LLB A long-time political commentator, good governance activist, and a Lawyer, who also serves on the UPND media team. An accomplished Senior Laboratory Specialist with expertise in the Mines, he is also an entrepreneur and author dedicated to shaping impactful ideas into reality. As an engaging public speaker, award-winning first aider, and governance & management activist, he champions accountability, leadership excellence, and life-saving interventions. He is also a certified Lean Six Sigma White & Yellow Belt professional, driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Linda Banks Wrote;
Zambia’s leader hides from world stages, ashamed to explain why a dead man lies in cold storage while witchcraft trials and family persecutions stain the nation’s dignity.
September 20th 2025 (SUSSEX)- Rain soaked flowers, tea s
teaming in hand.It is raining in Sussex. The kind of steady, unhurried rain that carries its own rhythm, soft against the windowpanes. My garden is alive with the sound of it dahlias heavy with droplets, roses bent like mourners, chrysanthemums glistening as though weeping for reasons of their own. The chickens, my restless companions, scatter clumsily for refuge, their wings flapping wildly as they dive beneath the hedge. I watch it all from the window, my tea steaming in hand, the scent of jasmine from last night’s rain still lingering in the air.
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On my lap rests Nazi Wives, a book both chilling and profound ,a study of women who aligned themselves with monsters. Who excused, ignored, or adorned evil. Women who cloaked brutality with silence, loyalty, or convenience. Theirs was not always a loud allegiance ,often it was silence, complicity dressed as loyalty.
Reading it, I feel an ache of recognition. I cannot help but think of home, because history, however far it may seem, always has a way of repeating itself in different costumes. The world may look modern, but the dance of complicity is timeless. History is not just the past, it is often a mirror, and sometimes what it reflects back at us is too bitter to swallow.
And it is with this mixture of tea, rain, flowers, and unease that I reflect on home…..on Zambia. On a president who has managed to turn grief into a spectacle.
The funeral , cancelled prematurely. A man kept in cold storage, his family dragged through courts as if mourning were a crime. I am told …..reliably, by friends within HH’s own government, my friends. Men and women I respect ,that the president’s absence on the global stage, his absence at the United Nations General Assembly, is not diplomacy, nor scheduling, nor caution. It is in fact shame, Embarrassment. A gnawing fear that other leaders, in quiet corners of conference halls, would lean in and ask: “Why is your brother, the former head of state, still lying in a refrigerator?”
And what answer could he give? That his government has held a corpse ransom? That Zambia, once a proud beacon of dignity in Africa, now makes international headlines for medieval rituals and witchcraft accusations? That men and women are imprisoned not for crimes proven in law, but for being accused of wanting him to be with the dead? That international headlines now describe Zambia not as dignified, but as absurd? Al Jazeera has reported it. The BBC has carried it. South African papers have turned us into a regional curiosity and spectacle ,It reads like dark satire , except it is true.
Now, it’s no secret that I was never a big fan of Edgar Lungu’s premiership, my readers can attest to this. However,as a person, I found him witty and personable. A man of the people, charismatic and charming even. So my disillusionment with HH did not come from the fact that I now prefer ECL nor did they come from my policy disputes, economics, or political manoeuvres (Umungalato) of HH alone. As I can forgive his incompetence, because of his inexperience at governance matters. My grievances with HH came mainly from something more basic: his failure to be human. To show ubuntu. To extend the dignity that death demands, not just for the departed but for the living left behind. Leadership stripped of compassion is not leadership at all, it is performance. The failure to show ubuntu is not merely a personal flaw, it is a wound to the nation. For what are we, if we cannot extend dignity to the dead? If we cannot allow the bereaved their mourning? If we cannot let compassion guide justice?
And so he hides, skipping global stages. Declining his favourite hobby, international travel. Not because of superstition, as some whisper, but because of humiliation. ..Because to sit beside his peers ;presidents, prime ministers, kings even-is to risk the question he cannot answer. The shame he cannot cloak!
So, for those who have wondered what turned my stomach against HH, hope you now understand that it was not just politics, it was humanity or rather the absence of it.
And yet what aches even more ,are the silences. Because I know, personally, there are good people in HH’s government. Some are friends of mine. Decent, empathetic, principled people. They feel this injustice; I know they do. And yet their lips remain sealed. Fear? Loyalty? Or that ancient temptation: to remain silent because silence costs less than truth.
The rain falls harder. My chickens have retreated fully to their wooden coop, and I sip my tea, bitter and hot, feeling that same bitterness settle in my mouth. Nazi Wives lies open beside me, and I think of the women in that book, not the monsters they married, but the way they stood by, lips pressed shut, as horror unfolded around them. We are living through our own theatre of silence. And if history teaches us anything, it is that silence is never neutral, it’s alignment….It is a choice.
In Nazi Wives, the women who said nothing, who smoothed over cruelty with domestic chatter, were no less complicit than those who cheered in the open. I think of that as I sip my tea, as rain darkens the soil, as the garden drinks and my chickens return to peck at the wet ground.
HH may have inherited power from Mazoka, but dignity is not inherited , it is practised. And right now, instead of dignity, he has given us shame. Instead of leadership, he has given us excuses. Instead of empathy, he has given us theatre. And I think of the state of my mother land , a president in hiding, a corpse in a fridge, a nation’s dignity and voice crumbling under the weight of one man’s fear.
Leadership is not merely about power,it is about humanity. About rising to moments of truth with dignity. About facing questions however uncomfortable , with honesty. HH has failed in this. Instead, he has traded dignity for excuses, compassion for coldness, courage for cowardice.
In the garden, the rain begins to ease. A faint sunlight pierces through the grey. The flowers lift their heads in obedience,dripping, resilient.Nature knows how to bend without breaking, how to endure without shame. Humanity, too, could learn this lesson…..if only our leaders chose compassion over cruelty, truth over pretence, dignity over fear.
Until then, Zambia will remain stuck. A president in hiding. A corpse in a fridge, a nation held ransom by its own leader’s failure to be human. Zambia’s shame will not be hidden in a fridge, It will follow HH wherever he goes and even where he dares not go.
Linda Banks is a journalist covering politics, justice, social issues and international affairs across Africa and the UK.
1. Meeting was Chaired by Given Lubinda who is positioning himself to be the presidential candidate next year
2. Lubinda began by proposing to amend the PF constitution as to allow for people with active criminal charges to hold positions. This was done to facilitate the continuation of Rafael Nakachinda as SG
3. In her support for Lubinda Rev Sumaili cautioned the NMC against supporting WJ Mudolo saying he is involved with satanic activities with Shepherd Bushiri
4. Sturdy Mwale and Davies Mwila strongly voiced their support for WJ Mudolo, claiming he was the only one with financial muscle to rescue PF
5. Near physical brawls involving Mumbi Phiri, Mutale and Chanda Kabwe
….. Visit to Hon. Davies Chama, Hon. Munir Zulu, and Mr. Charles Mushota at Mwembeshi Correctional Facility
The Democratic Progressive Party – DPP wishes to inform the public that it’s President, Comrade Antonio Mourinho Mwanza, today visited three distinguished leaders currently held at Mwembeshi Correctional Facility.
Those visited were:
1. Hon. Davies Chama, former Minister of Defence and former Secretary General of the Patriotic Front (PF).
2. Hon. Munir Zulu, former Member of Parliament for Lumezi Constituency.
3. Mr. Charles Mushota, former Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure.
The visit was conducted in the spirit of fellowship and human solidarity. President Mwanza found the three leaders in good health and strong spirit. He conveyed words of encouragement and wished them strength as they go through this period.
The visit highlighted the importance of:
– Respecting human dignity in all circumstances.
– Upholding fairness and compassion in the treatment of all individuals.
– Fostering dialogue, reconciliation, and unity in the nation.
The DPP reaffirms it’s belief that everyone deserves humane treatment, regardless of their situation, and that the country is stronger when guided by tolerance, understanding, and justice.
Issued by: Office of the President Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Date: 20th September 2025
SOLDIER CATCHES WIFE HOLDING BOYFRIENDS HANDS RED HANDED
A SOLDIER of Kabwe has been awarded K18,000 in compensation after the local court upheld his adultery claim against a man he found holding hands with his wife one night in Kapiri Mposhi.
Michael Bwalya, a resident of C Gate in Kabwe, narrated before Senior Local Court Magistrate Elias Kasonde at Kabwe One Local Court how he caught Maybin Myula with his wife, Rose Bwalya, in a compromising situation.
Bwalya told the court that he was first alerted by his eldest daughter, who informed him that his wife had a “husband” in Kapiri Mposhi.
Bwalya then travelled to Kapiri Mposhi with two companions, Sylvia Phiri and Humphrey Kayambe, to confirm the claims.
He said that after arriving around 20:00 hours, he was stunned to find his wife walking hand in hand with Myula.
“The moment they saw me, he released her hand. I was so upset, but I kept calm,” he told the court.
Bwalya said he followed the pair to Myula’s house, where Myula allegedly told him that Rose had claimed to be divorced for the past 15 years.
“I told them they should consider themselves married. I was so furious I almost killed him, but I restrained myself,” he said.
In his defence, Myula denied committing adultery, claiming he was only escorting Rose to buy medicine.
However, Magistrate Kasonde found Myula guilty and ordered him to compensate Bwalya K18,000, to be paid in monthly instalments of K1,000.
Ramaphosa’s words fuel Zille’s campaign to retake Joburg
Helen Zille, the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) newly announced mayoral candidate for Johannesburg, has turned President Cyril Ramaphosa’s own remarks into ammunition as she sets her sights on reclaiming the country’s economic capital.
Speaking at a spirited rally at Eyethu Mall in Soweto on Saturday, Zille described Johannesburg as “a symbol of poor governance” under the ANC, vowing to “wrestle our city back from a criminal mafia.”
The 74-year-old, who previously served as Western Cape premier and DA federal council chair, promised residents that a DA-run Johannesburg would deliver efficient services and restore pride to the embattled metropolis.
Her nomination, confirmed by DA leader John Steenhuisen as a “bold move” ahead of the 2026 local government elections, comes as Johannesburg battles crippling water shortages, crumbling roads and a R200 billion infrastructure backlog.
“If you don’t believe me, ask President Ramaphosa,” Zille told cheering supporters, referencing the president’s admission earlier this month that DA-governed municipalities outperform those led by the ANC.
Addressing thousands of ANC councillors at Soweto’s FNB Stadium on 15 September, Ramaphosa conceded it was “painful” to see Auditor-General reports consistently highlighting DA successes in cities like Cape Town, while ANC strongholds such as Maluti-a-Phofung languished.
Zille wasted no time in turning that concession into a rallying cry. Born and raised in Johannesburg, she cast herself as the city’s “daughter,” recalling her childhood roots in its suburbs. Her pledges included stabilising the city’s R86 billion budget, fixing water leaks that account for nearly half of billable losses, and installing “honest, accountable leadership.”
“We will not let Joburg’s taps stay dry. We won’t accept brokenness as the new normal,” she declared, as blue DA flags waved in the crowd under the crisp autumn sky.
The DA last governed Johannesburg in 2022 before coalitions fractured, handing power back to the ANC and smaller parties. By fielding Zille, who won the prestigious World Mayor Award in 2008 for her leadership in Cape Town.
RITUAL DRAMA AT LEOPARD’S HILL: BUSINESSMAN, WITCH DOCTOR & SON ARRESTED AT COP’S GRAVE
Police in Lusaka have arrested three suspects a businessman, a traditional healer, and his 17-year-old son for allegedly conducting midnight rituals on the grave of the late Chief Inspector Thole at Leopard’s Hill Cemetery.
The trio was caught around 23:30 hours on September 17, with fresh bleeding tattoos, huddled at the officer’s grave.
Zambia Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga identified them as Venture Mulilanduba, 40, owner of Denotative Funeral Parlour at UTH; John Nyirenda, 46, a traditional doctor from Lundazi; and his juvenile son of Chilenje.
Investigations indicate Mulilanduba, facing business and marital troubles, turned to the witch doctor for rituals after being introduced in May. The suspects remain in custody as investigations continue.
Clerks Arrested At Nkhoma Tally Centre Eight people working as data clerks during the 2025 General Elections in Malawi have been arrested for alleged manipulation of election data. The arrests took place on Friday, 19 September 2025, at the Nkhoma Constituency Tally Centre in Lilongwe.
According to the Malawi Police Service, the arrests were linked to an ongoing investigation into an attempted suicide case involving a constituency returning officer. In a media statement dated 19 September 2025, the police confirmed that the detained individuals were engaged as data entry clerks during the elections.
The statement read:
“Malawi Police Service (MPS) has arrested eight people suspected of manipulating data for the 2025 General Elections. MPS arrested the eight at Nkhoma Constituency Tally Centre in Lilongwe on Friday, September 19, 2025 where they were working as Data Entry Clerks during this year’s elections.”
Link To Returning Officer’s Case Police said the arrests followed investigations connected to Mr. Clement Chikanhka, who was the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Constituency Returning Officer for Lilongwe Nkhoma Constituency.
“Their arrest follows investigations MPS was conducting on an attempted suicide case involving Mr. Clement Chikanhka, a Malawi Electoral Commission Constituency Returning Officer for Lilongwe Nkhoma Constituency,” the statement continued.
The authorities have not yet released the official election results. The case has caused heightened attention, with many waiting for clarity on how the arrests might affect the final announcement.
More Cases Under Review The police also noted that this was not an isolated case. Reports indicate that other incidents of alleged electoral malpractice have surfaced across multiple districts.
“The Service is also following up on a number of similar cases reported in Mangochi, Chikwawa, Blantyre, Machinga and Rumphi Districts,” said Mr. Peter Kalaya, ACP and Public Relations Officer for the MPS.
Mr. Kalaya urged the public to exercise patience as investigations continue.
“MPS urges Malawians to remain calm as it works against the clock to finalize the investigations,” he stated.
At present, no further details on the alleged manipulation methods or charges against the suspects have been released.
Cape Town mayor calls for cellphone signal-blocking at Pollsmoor Prison
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has urged the piloting of cellphone signal-blocking technology at Pollsmoor Prison, warning that inmates are using mobile phones to run criminal networks from behind bars.
In a letter to Correctional Services Minister Pieter Groenewald, Hill-Lewis highlighted incidents where prisoners coordinated extortion and other crimes, including threats that forced contractors to abandon projects. “We must do more than just jail criminals; we have to prevent their ability to coordinate crime from within prisons,” he said.
The Mayor offered the City’s full support for a pilot, including intelligence-sharing and logistical assistance for installing the technology. Minister Groenewald has committed to intensifying raids against illicit cellphones and addressing contraband in prisons.
Hill-Lewis’s call reflects growing concerns over the role of mobile phones in enabling organized crime from within South Africa’s correctional facilities.
EDITOR’S CHOICE – WHEN PEOPLE ARE DETERMINED TO SEE CHANGE, NOTHING CAN STOP THEM
By Kennedy. K Mambwe
Let me begin by congratulating the people of Malawi for their unequivocal, unapologetic and emphatic victory that has ended President Lazarus Chakwera’s one term grip on power. The final result hasn’t been called, but it’s not much to overturn the status quo.
The Malawi story is a testament that when people are determined to see change, no amount of manipulation, deceit or propaganda an stop them.
A number of things worked against Chakwera. Despite being an eloquent speaker who charmed his way to power using flowery language, Malawian voters wanted results, not accent, not grammar!
The economy performed dismally under Chakwera to the extent that despite being more energetic and 15 years younger than the President elect, Malawian cast a protest vote that placed their confidence in steady hands of an 85 year old Peter Mutharika, who has once held power in that country. Experience in public service matters, Malawians have led the way and spoken loudly.
Despite packing the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) with personalities closely associated with his Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and thought he could control, the power of voters spoke louder than patronage, louder than blind partisan loyalty.
The untimely and suspicious death of Saulos Chilima in that fateful crash also weighed heavily on the minds and consciousness of Malawian voters.
The result was expected. Malawian voters have metted out their admirablable verdict to retire an eloquent, flamboyant and energetic Chakwera as a one term President for his failure to deliver on many of his Government’s campaign promises.
The parallels are too much to gross over for Zambia where, people continue to raise questions about the ECZ Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis and another Commissioner, Mcdonald Chipenzi, both of whom are well known supporters of the ruling party.
Next year on August 13, Zambian voters will put the UPND to a similar test. For now, all we can say is congratulations to Malawi once again. – KBN TV
Uganda’s Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that presidential campaigns will now start on September 29, 2025, instead of the earlier date of October 4, 2025.
The announcement was made by EC Chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama, during the opening of the Commission’s new headquarters in Lweza, Entebbe Road.
The new building will also be the place where next week’s presidential candidates will be officially nominated.
PRESIDENT HICHILEMA PUTS HEALTH SERVICES FIRST, AS ZAMBIA DEFENCE FORCE JOINS SADC MEDICAL MISSION
By Timmy
The New Dawn Government under President Hakainde Hichilema has continued to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to providing quality health care services closer to the people, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
This week, Zambia proudly took centre stage as the Zambia Army and the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) joined the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) in the ongoing Exercise Blue Lugwasho 2025, which has transitioned into a Field Training Exercise with a strong focus on medical outreach.
Under the direct support of President Hichilema’s administration, the Zambia Army’s 1 Brigade Mobile Level One Medical Unit has been deployed to Maamba in Sinazongwe District, offering services such as pharmacy, radiology, dental, and eye care to the residents of Siatwinda and Siasawa.
Meanwhile, the Zambia Flying Doctor Service has commenced specialised medical outreach activities in Sinazongwe, Mulobezi, Mwandi, and Namwala, bringing advanced medical interventions such as surgery, eye treatment, and dental services to communities that rarely access such expertise.
Brigadier General John Banda, speaking on behalf of the Zambia Army, described the outreach as a reflection of government’s vision to use the Defence Force not only as a tool for peace and security but also for community service.
“President Hichilema has given us a clear directive that the Army must serve the people. This exercise allows us to protect Zambia while also bringing health care to communities that need it most,” he said.
Community members in Sinazongwe expressed heartfelt gratitude for the services. Mrs. Memory Njobvu, a resident of Siasawa, explained how the initiative has changed lives:
“For years, we have struggled to travel long distances just to see a doctor. Today, the Army doctors are here in our village. This shows we have a government that truly cares for us,” she said with a smile.
The outreach is part of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme of Exercise Blue Lugwasho 2025, a clear demonstration that Zambia is not only strengthening regional peace and security through SADC but also delivering tangible benefits to its own citizens.
President Hichilema has repeatedly stated that “health must come closer to the people who need it most.” The involvement of the Defence Forces in supplementing health services is therefore a bold step that reflects his vision of an inclusive and caring government.
By prioritising the health of its citizens through defence-led outreach and regional cooperation, the New Dawn Government is once again proving that it is a people-centred administration focused on transforming lives and leaving no one behind.
Chama, September 20, 2025 — Information reaching Kanele 97.7 FM indicates that Chama District Commissioner, Yobe Goma, has been arrested after being found in possession of two impalas.
Mr. Goma was reportedly intercepted at Chimphamba Camp while returning from Chifunda. He was in the company of the Chama Deputy District Information Officer, a driver, and a messenger. The three have also been taken into custody.
The suspects have since been transferred to Mpika.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as details emerge.
Matero Court Hears Man Accepted K7,000 to Divorce Wife
The Matero Local Court has heard a startling case in which a man admitted to divorcing his wife after being promised K7,000 by her lover, who had impregnated her
Innocent Chileshe told Magistrate Lewis Mumba that he agreed to end his marriage after Innocent Mutonga, a married man who was in a relationship with his wife, offered him money to clear the way for their union.
“Your honour, this man was in a sexual relationship with my wife, and she even became pregnant for him. I was the one taking care of the pregnancy, yet he is the one responsible,” Chileshe testified. He said the court had earlier ordered Mutonga to pay him K15,000 in compensation for adultery.
But after the ruling, Mutonga allegedly approached Chileshe with a new proposal. “He told me to divorce my wife in exchange for K7,000 so that he could continue freely with her. I accepted the offer and gave him the divorce papers, but he never paid me,” Chileshe told the court.
Chileshe added that he not only supported his wife during the pregnancy but also continued to provide for her and the child after birth, responsibilities he argued belonged to Mutonga.
Magistrate Mumba found Mutonga guilty of contempt for failing to honour the original order and directed him to pay K165 or face 14 days in remand. He further warned him to strictly comply with the earlier K15,000 compensation ruling.
The unusual case has drawn attention for highlighting how adultery disputes and financial negotiations have increasingly become entangled in local courts, raising questions about justice, dignity, and the limits of compensation in marital breakdowns.
Security Cluster meets President Chakwera over election results
Reports are coming in that in the wee hours of Sunday, the Top Security and Intel Community met President Dr Lazarus Chakwera at State House with an aim to force a re-run by tampering the results of Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika’s to around 49%, a source has disclosed.
The conspiracy comes after early results from independent media outlets, observers local watchdogs and MEC portal indicate that DPP flagbear Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika is projected to be the winner of the election
But the legal community has warned that any move to subvert the will of the people is subject to felony charges which may include treason and insurrection.
DA ready to share municipal governance lessons with ANC
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has signaled its willingness to advise African National Congress (ANC) councillors on municipal governance, following pointed remarks from President Cyril Ramaphosa about his party’s performance.
Speaking at a service delivery roll-call for over 4,000 ANC councillors at FNB Stadium on Monday, Ramaphosa admitted it “pained” him that DA-led municipalities often outperform ANC-run ones in audits and service delivery. He urged his party to study successful municipalities like Cape Town and Stellenbosch as models for improvement.
ANC National Chairperson Gwede Mantashe also called for introspection, noting that while ANC councillors excel in political mobilization, they often fall short in management. Auditor-General reports indicate only a handful of South Africa’s 257 municipalities achieve clean audits, with ANC-led councils disproportionately affected.
DA spokesperson Willie Aucamp welcomed the overture, pointing to Gauteng’s Midvaal municipality, which has achieved 11 consecutive clean audits, compared to neighboring ANC-run Emfuleni, plagued by debt and service delivery failures. “The difference is night and day. We’re open to working with the ANC to improve municipal performance,” Aucamp said.
Political analyst Dr Sipho Malada described Ramaphosa’s acknowledgment of DA models as “necessary,” noting years of municipal collapse under ANC oversight.
As South Africa heads toward local elections, this unusual dialogue may indicate a willingness to cooperate or merely political posturing in the battle for voter confidence.
Bafana Bafana face FIFA probe over ineligible player
South Africa’s World Cup hopes could suffer a major blow after FIFA launched an investigation into Bafana Bafana for fielding ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena.
Mokoena, who should have served a one-match suspension after accumulating two yellow cards in earlier qualifiers, featured in South Africa’s 2-0 victory over Lesotho in March. Lesotho later raised the issue, prompting FIFA’s disciplinary committee to step in.
If found guilty, Bafana Bafana could be stripped of the win, with the result likely overturned to a 3-0 defeat. Such a ruling would see South Africa lose three crucial points in Group C, potentially derailing their campaign for automatic qualification.
The South African Football Association (SAFA) confirmed receiving formal communication from FIFA, but insisted it will “study the matter carefully” before commenting further. A ruling is expected before the next round of qualifiers.
For now, South Africa’s hard-earned lead in the group hangs in the balance with their World Cup dream threatened by what may prove to be a costly administrative blunder.
Daddy, you are 93 years old and became President at the age of 49.
As a child, I grew up seeing you as strong, but as I grew older, I began to see your frailty—a ceremonial president, seemingly controlled by a French man who isn’t even as old as you were when you took office.
I am 28 years old, and I feel like the most embarrassed “rich child.” It stings even more when people call me “the President’s daughter.”
How do I find glory in a name that has brought shame to my ego? Dad, write your name in gold and give the people of Cameroon a breath of fresh air.
Remember, you always told me to honor home before impressing the world.
-Brenda Biya continues to pierce her father’s heart with deep words to make him step down from running as President again after 43 years
Underworld figure Nafiz Modack sentenced to seven years for corruption
Cape Town underworld figure Nafiz Modack has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for corruption, with three years suspended for five years, meaning he will serve seven years behind bars.
The Cape Town Regional Court delivered the sentence on Friday, 19 September 2025, also declaring Modack unfit to possess a firearm.
Modack, 44, was convicted on 6 June 2025 for his role in corrupt dealings with former senior police officer Brigadier Kolindren Govender.
Investigations by the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation unit found that Modack paid Govender R146,000 in exchange for protection and preferential treatment.
Govender, who has since pleaded guilty and been sentenced, shielded Modack from police action by preventing cooperation between SAPS officers.
His interference ensured that a Mercedes-Benz belonging to Modack central to an investigation at Cape Town Central SAPS was never seized.
The sentencing marks another blow against corruption involving high-ranking law enforcement and organised crime figures in the Western Cape.
South Africans are building a Giant Memorial Statue of General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the SAPS National Commissioner 💪🇿🇦
The street where the monument is being built will also be renamed after him to celebrate his patriotism, fearless leadership, and dedication to protecting the nation.
Citizens say they want to honor General Mkhwanazi now while he’s alive 🙌🔥 instead of waiting until it’s too late to sing his praises.
👉 Truly, it might take South Africa forever to get another General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi again 🎯🇿🇦
😂 Okay, this is just a joke… but honestly, we would really appreciate this happening one day! 🙏
Malema Asks Why Black People Always Die First in American Movies, Says They Are Racist
EFF leader Julius Malema has accused Hollywood of deep-rooted racism for always ensuring that the black guy is the first to die in every American movie.
“Comrades, we are tired of seeing our people being eaten by the monster before the opening credits even finish. Why must the black character go into the dark basement first, while the white ones are still eating popcorn?” Malema shouted, banging the table as if it were a Hollywood scriptwriter’s desk.
According to Malema, the trend has been going on for decades, from horror films to action blockbusters. “Even in Titanic, comrades, they didn’t even show the black people. They probably drowned before the ship hit the iceberg!” he exclaimed.
The red beret leader said that if Hollywood doesn’t change its ways, the EFF will launch a campaign to boycott American movies and instead produce “revolutionary cinema” where the black character survives until the end credits — and the white billionaire dies first.
“Our movies will start with a white man making bad decisions, then the black comrade will survive to tell the story while sipping Umqombothi,” Malema declared to loud applause from EFF supporters.
He also promised that in all future EFF-approved films, the monster will refuse to eat the black guy. “Even the zombies must learn respect. They must eat the rich first,” he added.
Meanwhile, Hollywood executives were reportedly confused by the statement, with one director whispering: “Does he know Snakes on a Plane had Samuel L. Jackson?”
Malema, however, remained firm: “That’s one man, comrades! And even he had to shout at snakes. We don’t want exceptions, we want transformation!”
Why Hichilema is not just a bad president but also a bad human being
By Sishuwa Sishuwa
President Hakainde Hichilema is tribal, corrupt, undemocratic, vindictive, lawless, misogynist, a liar, hypocrite, and just a bad human being. If you thought Zambia had hit rock bottom under Edgar Lungu, buckle up. It’s going to get far, far worse.
Yes, Hichilema has repeatedly shown, through his conduct in public office, that he is just a bad human being. Let me illustrate this answer with a few examples for your benefit.
In opposition, Hichilema spent four months in detention on a trumped-up and non-bailable charge of treason before he was released on a nolle prosequi. This was after then PF deputy Secretary General Mumbi Phiri demanded his arrest. In power, Hichilema got Mumbi Phiri to spend a year in detention on a trumped-up and non-bailable charge of murder before she was released on a nolle prosequi. What good person does that?
When Edgar Lungu was alive, Hichilema had neither respect nor love for him. After Lungu died, Hichilema is so much in love with and so full of respect for Lungu that he will not stand aside to let the relatives or family bury their loved one without his personal participation in the funeral. What good person does that?
In opposition, Hichilema rightly criticised Lungu’s administration for retiring many Tongas, Lozis and Northwesters from the civil service in the name of ‘national interest’ or packing these fellow Zambians at Cabinet Office for redeployment. In power, Hichilema’s administration is doing to Bembas and Easterners the same thing he condemned his predecessor for. What good person does this?
In opposition, Hichilema criticised Lungu for undermining democracy, abusing state institutions, restricting civil liberties, and failure to review the Public Order Act. In power, Hichilema is restricting civil liberties, undermining democracy, abusing state institutions and failing to review the Public Order Act. What good person does that?
In opposition, Hichilema denounced the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act as a threat to democracy and vowed to repeal it, if elected, branding it a “terrible law ]that] will die alongside the Public Order Act. Change is coming. They have temporarily taken away your freedom of speech and expression through the rushed Cyber Security Bill to stop you questioning their incompetence and corruption. Our first task once you elect us this August will be to repeal this bad law. The Cyber Security and Crime Bill is not about preventing cyber-bullying. It is about clamping down on freedom of expression and spying on citizens.” he wrote on X five months before he won power .
After Zambians voted for him, the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act became an acceptable law to Hichilema that his administration regularly used to arrest critics and political opponents. When ordinary citizens turned the heat on him and used social media to remind him about his unfulfilled campaign promises, including the pledge to repeal the “spying” law, the president accused them of spending “too much time on social media” and using the platform to promote hate speech, cybercrimes, bullying and misleading information — the same justifications Lungu had provided when introducing the law.
Instead of only repealing the Security and Cyber Crimes Act, as he had promised, Hichilema decided to divide it into two, both of which contain more punitive sections than the original law. The Acts were strongly opposed by civil society, ordinary Zambians and opposition parties but he ignored this combined opposition. What good person does that?
In opposition, Hichilema defended citizens’ use of social media platforms such X, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook as an essential element of free speech, especially when police arrested his predecessor’s critics for online-related offences. In power, Hichilema considers social media as “a vice [that] must not be celebrated or condoned” and “a menace” that needed to “be addressed in a stronger way”, not useful tool for holding the government to account . And he then went on to enact the punitive cyber laws already mentioned. What good person does that?
In opposition, Hichilema condemned his predecessor for lack of transparency, corruption and abuse of office. In power, Hichilema refuses to publish his asset declarations, does nothing about the annual reports generated by the Financial Intelligence Centre on corruption, and, in what may be seen as a transparent attempt at bribery and a clear abuse of office, recently increased the salaries and housing allowances of judges without the backing of the law. What good person does that?
Some previous presidents stole only public funds and property. Under Hichilema, the government is stealing even political parties, with the PF being a good example. What good person does that?
In opposition, Hichilema freely criticised public leaders, including his predecessor, for promoting what he considered ethnic-regional divisions through skewed distribution of appointments to public office. In power, Hichilema has only appointed Zambians from one region to all the top positions of the country’s five security services and to the Electoral Commission. And these are just few of the many instances of ethnic-regional imbalances in public appointments. As if that is not enough, his administration has created a law that criminalises any criticism of his actions on this score as domestic terrorism that attracts life imprisonment upon conviction. What good person does that?
In opposition, Hichilema condemned Lungu’s failure to repeal anti-democratic laws such as those relating to sedition, criminal libel, hate speech, espionage and unlawful assembly. In power, Hichilema has retained all these repressive laws and used them to maximum effect to arrest critics and political opponents on a variety of charges. What good person does this?
In opposition, Hichilema criticised Lungu for failure to respect court rulings. In power, Hichilema is disregarding court orders such as the one made by the ConCourt in the case of Bill 7 and the conditions of services for judges. What good person does this?
The Constitution of Zambia calls for equal gender representation in presidential appointments to public offices. Yet only four of Hichilema’s 24 cabinet ministers are women, a contravention of the Constitution. To address electoral imbalances, the Constitution allows the president to nominate eight people to parliament (all of whom could have been females and appointed to the cabinet), but Hichilema filled all the slots with older men except one, the 76-year-old Mutinta Mazoka, who was also never appointed to any leadership role but was instead kept merely as a nominated MP. Only one of Hichilema’s 10 provincial ministers is female, another violation of the Constitution. What good person does this?
I can go on, but I believe I have demonstrated that he is tribal, corrupt, undemocratic, vindictive, lawless, misogynist, a liar, and hypocrite. If you agree that he is all these things, how is such a person not bad?
Urgent PRESS RELEASEFF PETITIONS ZAMBIA POLICE INSPECTOR GENERAL OVER RTSA CEO’S TRIBALISM AUDIO*- Kasonde Mwenda C-EFF President
19th September 2025
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) this morning delivered a formal complaint to the Inspector General of Police demanding urgent investigations and prosecution of the RTSA Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Amon Mweemba, over a leaked audio recording in which he openly promotes tribal discrimination in employment.
In the audio, which leaked between 16 and 17 September 2025, and which Mr. Mweemba has himself admitted is authentic, he is heard declaring that he would block highly qualified candidates from employment simply because they belong to a certain tribe and region. Instead, he insists the post should be reserved for individuals from his own tribe and region, which he shares with President Hakainde Hichilema.
EFF President Mr. Kasonde Mwenda C said:
“This is not only immoral but a crime under Zambian law. Article 23 of the Constitution and the Penal Code both forbid tribal discrimination. The law was applied harshly against opposition leaders like Mr. Chishimba Kambwili and Hon. Munir Zulu for mere allegations of tribal remarks, yet when ruling party officials are caught red-handed, no action is taken. We demand an end to this selective justice.”
EFF has called on the Police to:
1. *Open a criminal case file against Mr. Mweemba.*
2. *Subject the leaked audio to forensic verification, despite his admission.*
3. *Conduct a transparent, impartial investigation into tribalism in government appointments.*
4. *Ensure the law is applied equally to all citizens.*
“Tribalism is a cancer that threatens Zambia’s unity. The Zambia Police must prove that justice is not selective, and that no one is above the law,” Mr. Mwenda emphasized.
The EFF will ensure the root of tribalism is rooted out and Zambia will unite under One Zambia one Nation just like our forefathers founded Zambia on oneness, love and unity beyond tribal or regional affiliations.
For media inquiries, contact: Office of the President – Economic Freedom Fight
RTSA BOSS SAYS HE HAS NO INTENTIONS OF RESIGNING OVER LEAKED AUDIO ON ALLEGED TRIBALISM
Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) Chief Executive Officer, Amon Mweemba, has made it clear that he has no intentions of resigning following the circulation of a leaked audio in which he is accused of promoting tribalism.
Mr. Mweemba has brushed aside calls for his resignation, insisting that stepping down is not even on the table. He argued that those calling for his departure are either misinformed or simply seeking to stir unnecessary controversy.
He stated that the comments made in the leaked audio were deliberately taken out of context, stressing that his intention was merely to emphasize the importance of a more balanced employment structure within the agency.
Mr. Mweemba revealed that he has already engaged his appointing authority to clarify the matter, but maintained that the issue has been grossly misunderstood and exaggerated by the public.
With a tone of defiance, the RTSA boss said he refuses to be dictated to by what he described as “armchair critics” who do not understand the inner workings of the institution.
He further warned that he will not allow himself to be dragged into political games, noting that his mandate is to lead RTSA with professionalism and impartiality not to appease detractors.
Mr. Mweemba confidently maintained that he remains firmly in charge of the institution and is determined to continue delivering on his duties despite what he termed as “baseless noise.”
He challenged those questioning his leadership to present tangible evidence of wrongdoing instead of, in his words, “crying foul over shadows.”
“I was appointed to serve, not to resign at the whim of every rumor. I will not be intimidated by misplaced outrage,” he declared.
I have listened to the audio more than 10 times, I only heard the man say, ZAMBIA does not belong to the East, West, South or North, Zambia belongs to all of us so I refused to sign the file until the list is balanced.
Where’s the tribalism there? Are we not supposed to be applauding this man for fighting tribalism?
President Keith Mwemba should also look at the National team, the level of tribalism there is unacceptable.
Are you telling me that Tongas do not have legs or cannot kick football?
Ignore “lunatic” Mutambo, HH did not plan to attend General Assembly – Hamasaka
Ignore “lunatic” Lillian Mutambo, says State House spokesperson Clayson Hamasaka.
Mutambo, going by the name Lily Mutamz Tv, had posted that the United States of America had denied visas to 29 people in President Hakainde Hichilema’s advance party to the General Assembly meeting in New York.
“Michael Gonzalez I love you thank you for denying the visas of 29 advance party of Hakainde Hichilema…Tabesha, you ain’t seen nothing yet…This is the reason why HH is not going to USA, His entire team were denied visas…America Tabesha,” stated Mutambo.
But responding to Mutambo, Hamasaka stated that President Hichilema did not plan to attend the general assembly.
“Please ignore this lunatic. At no time did the President plan to attend this assembly. And please educate her that attending the UN General Assembly is not the same as casually visiting the US. Even in worst case scenario, countries that are basically at war with the US are allowed to attend the UN General Assembly,” stated Hamasaka. “Surely in her lunacy, the US
