Business & Economy
Where Lusaka Does Lunch: The Business of Fire, Food and Fast Turnover at Longacres Market
At lunchtime, Longacres Market becomes a busy open-air kitchen where food, convenience and enterprise meet over charcoal fires.
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Election 2026 Economics
Zambia Faces a Temporary Political Risk Premium
Zambia enters the election period with stronger economic fundamentals. The challenge is to protect those gains and convert stability into jobs, production and higher household incomes.
Election 2026 Economics
Zambia confirms 13 August election day as a public holiday; 14 August remains a working day
Thursday, 13 August 2026 is a public holiday under Article 56 of the Constitution. Friday, 14 August is not a holiday. It is a working day.
Election 2026 Economics
Dora Siliya endorses Hichilema ahead of August 13 vote
Former PF cabinet minister Dr Dora Siliya has endorsed President Hakainde Hichilema ahead of Zambia’s August 13 election, citing economic continuity, debt restructuring, mining reform, education and jobs.
Entertainment
Nearly 30 Years Later, Former Gang Leader Goes on Trial Over Tupac Shakur’s Killing
Jury selection has begun in Las Vegas for Duane “Keffe D” Davis, the only person charged over Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing. He has pleaded not guilty.
Election Economics
Two Days to Voting Day: What Every Zambian Voter Should Know Before 13 August 2026
Zambia votes on Thursday, 13 August 2026. This plain-language guide explains voting procedures, polling-station conduct, official results and the importance of peace.
Business & Economy
Lusaka Tuesday Morning: Leave Early, Dress Warmly and Plan the Working Day Carefully
Lusaka’s roads may look quiet early in the morning, but traffic can build quickly. A Tuesday guide to commuting, dressing for the weather and managing the working day.
Leadership & Governance
Civil society questions ECZ plan for single presidential results announcement
By The Zambian Economist Analyst LUSAKA, 10 August 2026 – The Civil Society Elections Integrity Forum has questioned a proposed change to the way Zambia’s presidential election result…