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POLICE have arrested five people for allegedly harassing and humiliating a woman by publishing defamatory content accusing her of abducting and torturing a journalist.
In a statement, police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said a report was lodged by Idah Choongo, aged 30, of Lusaka, who complained that unknown individuals had published defamatory and harassing information about her on Facebook pages identified as Fyambe Media, Kanyama Zed TV and Kumwesu.
Mr Chilabi said investigations were immediately instituted, leading to the identification of suspects.
“On February 12, 2026, a follow-up operation led to the apprehension of five suspects, namely Silvester Kaumba, aged 42, of Kamwala South; Edwin Daka, aged 40; Chrispine Samutumwa, aged 27, of Makeni Villa, Lusaka; Musheck Chinyama, aged 32; and Modrick Ngwala, aged 28. All the suspects are residents of Lusaka,” he said.
Mr Chilabi said following investigations, the suspects were formally charged with the offence of harassment and humiliation.
He said the suspects were released on police bond on the same day and are awaiting court appearance.
Mr Chilabi further refuted allegations circulating on social media suggesting that the suspects were abducted.
He said officers from the Zambia Police Service followed all established legal procedures and human rights protocols during the apprehension and processing of the matter.
“Members of the public are urged to verify information with relevant authorities and to practise responsible reporting to prevent the spread of misinformation,” Mr Chilabi said.
(Mwebantu, Saturday, 14th Februray, 2026)
Zambians mourn 12-year-old shot dead in Canada school shooting
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ZAMBIANS have joined the international community in mourning the death of a 12-year-old boy, Abel Mwansa Jr, who was shot dead at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, Canada.
The child was among those who lost their lives, while others were injured, during the shooting incident whose motive is yet to be established.
In a statement, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mulambo Haimbe said Government learnt with profound shock of the tragic mass shooting that occurred on February 10, 2026, at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, an incident that claimed the lives of innocent people, including children, and left many others injured.
“We extend our deepest condolences and sympathies to the bereaved families for the loss of their loved ones in this senseless act of violence. We join the people and the Government of Canada in mourning this devastating loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Tumbler Ridge community as they seek healing and comfort in the wake of this tragedy,” Mr Haimbe said.
He said Government was heartbroken by the loss of the young Zambian whose promising life had been cut short in the tragic incident.
“To Abel’s parents, Mr and Mrs Abel Mwansa, the entire family and indeed Zambia at large, we offer our sincere condolences and share in the collective grief. We honour his memory and the joy he brought to those who knew him, and we stand in solidarity with his family during this most difficult time,” he said.
Mr Haimbe said Government reaffirmed its support for the fundamental rights to safety and security in all communities around the world, adding that global cooperation remained critical in preventing such tragedies.
(Mwebantu, Thursday, 12th Februray, 2026)
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POLICE have charged a 44-year-old Lusaka woman with child stealing after DNA analysis proved that she is not the biological mother of a six-week-old baby allegedly abducted in Kanyama Compound last year.
The suspect, identified as Esther Musonda Phiri, is accused of stealing the infant on October 28 last year in the Mbasela area of Kanyama Compound.
In November, police apprehended Ms Phiri after she was identified as the suspect during an identification parade.
Investigations revealed that Ms Phiri allegedly renamed the child “Jenipher Monta Mwila” and forged documents, including an Under-Five Card, which she used to falsely claim the baby as her own.
Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi confirmed that DNA analysis conducted by the National Forensic Science and Biometrics Department established that Ms Phiri is not the child’s mother.
Mr Chilabi said biological samples were obtained from the child, the complainant Astridah Chanda, and the suspect in line with Zambia Police Service standard operating procedures.
He said that on February 4, 2026, police received results confirming that Ms Chanda is the biological mother of the child, while Ms Phiri was conclusively excluded.
“As a result, the suspect has been formally charged with Child Stealing, contrary to Section 171(1)(a) of the Penal Code, Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia,” Mr Chilabi said.
He added that investigations into additional charges of Forgery, contrary to Section 347, and Uttering False Documents, contrary to Section 352 of the Penal Code, in relation to the falsified Under-Five Card, are ongoing.
Mr Chilabi confirmed that the child remains under the temporary care of the Department of Social Welfare pending the outcome of court proceedings.
(Mwebantu, Tuesday, 10th Februray, 2026)
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A 20-year-old University of Zambia(UNZA) Great East Road campus student is nursing serious injuries after being hit by a Toyota Mark X as she was crossing the road within campus.
Zanele Sichoonga sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital while a an irate instant justice mob of suspected students pounced on the driver.
Police Public relations officer Godfrey Chilabi said in a statement the accused happened on February 7, 2026, around 03:30 hours, within UNZA Great East Campus.
“The pedestrian sustained serious injuries after being hit by a motor vehicle and was rushed to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital, where she is currently admitted and receiving medical treatment,” Mr Chilabi said.
He names the driver of the Toyota Mark X, registration number CAG 1877, as Stephen Lombe, aged 29, of Chamba Valley.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the accident occurred when the pedestrian was crossing the road and was hit by an oncoming motor vehicle
“Following the accident, a group of suspected students allegedly mobbed and assaulted the driver and damaged the motor vehicle.
“Police officers rushed to the scene and rescued the driver from the mob. He sustained injuries and was taken to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital, where he was treated and later discharged,” Mr Chilabi said.
And the Zambia Police Service has dismissed as false information circulating on social media alleging that the driver involved in this accident is the son of the Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Honourable Jack Mwiimbu.
Mr Chilabi sia father information is false, malicious, and misleading.
“There is no relationship between the driver and the Minister.
The Service strongly condemns the deliberate spread of malicious falsehood and and urges members of the public to disregard these false claims,” he said.
Police investigations are ongoing, and the driver is awaiting formal charges.
(Mwebantu, Sunday, 8th Februray, 2026)
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