Kevin Sewe
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Zambia opposition dismisses ‘militia’ claim after members arrested
Zambia’s main opposition party said Monday it rejected government claims that its members — including several under arrest — were involved in militia or insurgent activity around last week’s election.
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India community in Kenya Marks 80th Independence Day in Nairobi
India in Nairobi celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day on Friday with patriotic fervour, as more than 1,200 members of the Indian diaspora gathers for the annual flag-hoisting ceremony.
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Zambia resumes vote count after pause over violence
Zambia resumed vote counting Friday after a nationwide suspension over alleged attacks on polling staff and the theft of marked ballot papers ratcheted up tensions.
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Zambia suspends vote counting nationwide citing violence
Zambia suspended vote counting nationwide on Friday following reports of violence in some districts, the electoral commission said.
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President Ruto blast uhuru Kenya for sponsoring opposition
Kenyan president Dr William Ruto has renewed his criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing his predecessor of financing the Opposition in an attempt to undermine his administration.
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Tundu Lissu treason case adjourned to monday next week
The High Court in Dar es Salaam has adjourned the treason case against CHADEMA Chairman Tundu Lissu until Monday, 17/08/2026, after the prosecution requested more time, citing a health emergency involving one of its witnesses.
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Confidential Witness Tells Court He Fears Public Testimony in Lissu Treason Trial
The 26-year-old witness, whose identity was withheld by the court for protection, made the remarks while responding to questions from Lissu after being examined by state prosecutors.
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Tanzanian rangers arrested as police investigate death of a person in Ngorongoro custody
Police said the men had been travelling from Arusha towards Babati, about 166km away, to attend a funeral when they lost their way.
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Kenya electoral commission announces ballot paper colours for 2027 elections
Kenya’s Electoral Commission, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), has announced the colours of the ballot papers and the corresponding ballot box lids to be used in the 2027 General Elections.
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Zambia votes with president’s economic record on the line
Zambia went to the polls Thursday with economic hardship testing President Hakainde Hichilema’s record as he seeks a second term to govern the copper-rich nation.
