Zambia Monitor

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The Kariba Lake water levels have steadily risen due to consistent rainfall over the reservoir and its surrounding catchment areas.

President Hakainde Hichilema has directed the Chief Justice, Mumba Malila, to fully implement the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism in order to further reduce on the backlog of Court cases in the country.

Economic Association of Zambia (EAZ) has raised concern over government channelling of most funds to debt restructuring and wage bill, stating that this is affecting the growth of key economic sectors.

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Gilbert Phiri, has urged prosecutors to adopt alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms in eligible cases to expedite the resolution of criminal matters.

Education Minister, Douglas Syakalima, has emphasized the critical role teachers play in addressing the effects of climate change in Zambia, citing their ability to reach over six million learners nationwide.

Patriotic Front (PF) Mporokoso lawmaker, Brian Mundubile, has supported calls by former President Edgar Lungu for the opposition parties to intensify political campaigns ahead of the 2026 general elections.

Police in Lusaka have arrested seven suspects in connection with the theft of 16 animals belonging to Astrida Phiri of Nyelele Village, Nyimba District, Eastern Province.

Economist Yusuf Dodia has called on the government to revisit its energy policy, suggesting that the privatisation of the sector has not delivered benefits to consumers.

Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Commissioner, MacDonald Chipenzi, has attributed low voter turnout during by-elections to political parties fielding weak candidates and failing to deliver compelling campaign messages.