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By TROY MUKUPA President Hakainde Hichilema has taken to his Facebook page to congratulate the winners of the Pambashe and Petauke parliamentary by-elections, secured by the UPND and the opposition, respectively. President Hakainde Hichilema In his post, the President notes that the true victor in these elections is Zambia's democracy, which has shown significant progress in recent years.According to President Hichilema, the peaceful and orderly environment in which the by-elections were conducted is a testament to the country's growing democratic maturity. "Just three years ago, such elections would have been overshadowed by violence and intimidation, drawing widespread national concern," he recalls. "Today, Zambia stands as a beacon of democratic progress, where political competit...

.....As The Former President Says UPND's Rigging Tactics Failed Former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu has congratulated the Tonse Alliance on its resounding victory in the Petauke Central Constituency by-election. In a statement posted on his Facebook page, Lungu alleged that the UPND had attempted to rig the elections, but their tactics were thwarted by the Tonse Alliance's implementation of "Plan B". Lungu praised the people of Petauke Central for standing firm against the UPND's attempts to manipulate the electoral process. "The people of Petauke Central have spoken. They have declared, in one voice, that when mingalato are silenced, the will of the people cannot be bought, threatened, or stolen," he wrote. The former President also thanked the churches, civil society ...

In a stunning reversal, ZESCO has backtracked on its earlier announcement that residential areas would receive only four hours of electricity daily. In a surprise move, the power utility company has now announced that residential customers will receive at least 7 hours of electricity supply daily.This dramatic turnaround comes after ZESCO revealed that it has secured additional power imports, paving the way for increased electricity supply to households across the country.The initial announcement of four hours of electricity daily had sparked widespread concern and outrage among consumers, who had braced themselves for prolonged periods of load shedding.Below is the new statement by ZESCO 👇

PAMBASHE – FEBRUARY 06, 2025Voting in the Pambashe Constituency Parliamentary by-election commenced this morning. Polling stations officially opened their doors at exactly 06:00 hours.The Falcon Crew visited Chabanya, Chibote, and Mushota polling stations to monitor the process. Reports indicate that voting is progressing smoothly and peacefully.Officials and electoral staff are on the ground to ensure a free, fair, and transparent exercise. The electorate is turning out in numbers to cast their votes and exercise their democratic right.(C) THE FALCON

By TROY MUKUPAIn a dramatic turn of events, the government has banned the Tonse Alliance from endorsing former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu as its presidential candidate for the 2026 general election. According to Cornelius Mweetwa, the Chief Government Spokesperson, the alliance's continued support for Lungu undermines the integrity of the Judiciary, as the Constitutional Court had previously nullified his eligibility to run. Cornelius MWEETWA Mweetwa has ordered the Tonse Alliance to cease spreading what he terms as falsehoods regarding Lungu's candidacy. However, it remains to be seen how the alliance will respond to this directive, as they have previously stated that Lungu is their chosen candidate for the 2026 election. In fact, PF faction Vice President Given Lub...

The Zambia Police Service has partnered with the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) to train 120 officers in criminal investigation skills. “As a Commission, we are aware of the dynamic nature of society. That is why continuous training is necessary to effectively address evolving challenges in the fight against drug trafficking, drug abuse, and money laundering,” Ms. Mvula said. The training was officially opened yestayday February 5, 2025, by Zambia Police Training College Commanding Officer, Mr. Mubita Nawa who is the Deputy Commissioner of Police. Mr. Nawa emphasized the importance of strengthening the tools used in the fight against drug-related crimes for the country’s national progress. He expressed gratitude to the DEC for entrusting the Police Training College with ...

By TROY MUKUPAGregory Chisha, Executive Director of the Center for Constitutionalism and Legal Justice (CCONLEJ), has underscored the paramount importance of peaceful elections in safeguarding Zambia's democratic future. In an interview, Chisha emphasized that the success of future elections, including the pivotal 2026 polls, hinges on the collective ability of all stakeholders to maintain peace and order.Chisha cautioned that the success of elections hinges on the ability of all stakeholders to maintain peace and order. "We have been monitoring the campaign situation in Petauke Central and Pambashe Constituencies, and it is disappointing to note that Petauke Central has recorded a number of violent incidents," Chisha said. "This trend is not only unacceptable but also a threat to the demo...