Chingola | December 18, 2025 – The Chingola Subordinate Court has granted the National Prosecution Authority’s application to amend the indictment against 34 accused persons in the November 8. 2025 stone-throwing attack on President Hakainde Hichilema in Chingola. The amended charge sheet now formally includes the offence of Terrorism, which under Zambian law is non-bailable and carries a mandatory penalty of imprisonment for life upon conviction. This case stems from violence that broke out during President Hichilema’s public address to residents of Chiwempala, including those affected by a recent market fire. Members of the crowd became aggressive, hurling stones at the stage and the presidential entourage. Security personnel intervened immediately, escorting the President to safety, as the unrest escalated into widespread chaos marked by arson and extensive damage to public property. The accused persons who comprise 25 adults and nine

Chipata | December, 2025 – The global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence may have concluded, but for the National Prosecution Authority (NPA), the mission continues without pause. During the recent campaign, NPA officers across the nation engaged in a series of targeted activities, from community dialogues to inter-agency trainings, to strengthen Zambia’s response to GBV. Today, these efforts form part of the NPA’s ongoing, daily commitment to justice, survivor support, and prevention.The photographs released today capture key moments from the campaign, reflecting a proactive, collaborative approach:

Choma, Zambia December 10-As the 16 days of Gender Activism comes to a close, the National Prosecution Authority in Choma yesterday joined the Judiciary, Legal Aid Board, Drug Enforcement Commission and other stakeholders in a March- past within Choma town. The procession was from the Choma Central Police to the Subordinate Court premises.  The March-past was aimed at raising awareness around the 16 days of Activism against Gender Based Violence and as platform to continue the progressive conversation around issues of GBV. The occasion was graced by the High Court Judge in Charge Hon. Justice Catherine M. Lombe. With the theme for this year being “UNITE to End Digital Violence against Women and Girls”, Judge Lombe noted that the digital age had brought about a unique dimension to gender based violence, with women and girls facing violence on their phones,

Choma | December 10, 2025 – In a transformative four-day workshop, Magistrates, Prosecutors, and Social Workers were trained on the challenges that make Gender-Based Violence cases particularly difficult to prosecute. Of particular focus were issues such as how trauma affects a victim’s memory and behaviour, how perpetrators groom and manipulate children, and why victims’ actions may appear inconsistent with common assumptions when they are, in fact, grounded in their lived experiences. The training, centred on GBV case management and the Children’s Code Act No. 12 of 2022, brought together forty-six (46) frontline officials: twenty-two (22) Magistrates, twelve (12) National Prosecution Authority (NPA) Prosecutors, and twelve (12) Social Welfare Officers. It was led by a distinguished trio – Honourable Mr. Justice C.F.R. Mchenga of the Court of Appeal, Honourable Mrs. Justice S. K. Newa of the High Court, and the NPA’s

Lusaka | December 9, 2025 – In a meeting that challenged the ethics of headlines, the National Prosecution Authority today held up a mirror to the nation’s media, laying out a stark choice – tell stories that empower survivors not break them a second time. With one day left in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Mrs. Monde Muyoba-Chizongo, Senior State Advocate in the Gender Based Crimes and Child Protection Department sat down with journalists from Diamond TV, Crown TV, the Daily Mail, News Diggers, the Times of Zambia, and ZNBC. The discussion centred on one undeniable truth that the tone, language, and accuracy of media reporting critically shape how communities understand GBV and child protection, either strengthening justice or inflicting harm. “Your reporting holds a profound power,” Mrs. Muyoba-Chizongo stated, framing the day’s urgent dialogue. “It can

Lusaka | December 8, 2024 — Lusaka | December 8, 2024 – When former Zambian Ambassador to South Africa, Emmanuel Mwamba, was charged with sedition, two high-profile MPs put their names on the line for him as his sureties. Today, that line was crossed and they are paying for it. In a firm ruling, the Court ordered Bangweulu MP Antony Kasandwe and Chinsali MP Kalalwe Mukosa to forfeit a total of K100,000 to the State, K50,000 each, representing the precise sums they individually guaranteed under the bond. The Court further directed that failure to pay within 48 hours will result in three months’ simple imprisonment for each surety. Mwamba was arrested in November 2023 and released on a Police Bond, under which he personally undertook to appear before court and pledged K50,000 as security. MPs Kasandwe and Mukosa executed the

Kabwe, Zambia | December 4 – The fight against Gender-Based Violence in Kabwe yesterday took a decisive turn, not in a courtroom, but at the charge desk of Chowa Police Station. In a move that strips the issue back to its raw, frontline reality, prosecutors from the National Prosecution Authority (NPA) sat not opposite police officers, but alongside them, creating a crucial alliance in the heart of where GBV cases first breathe the air of the justice system. The engagement was a cornerstone of the 16 Days of Activism, but its spirit was far from ceremonial. It was a strategic, gritty conversation between two pillars of the justice chain. The NPA team engaged directly with officers, the first responders who hold the power to believe, to document meticulously, and to set the course for a case that could save a

Victoria Falls Town (Mosi-O-Tunya) | December 4, 2025 – The 2025 ARINSA Annual General Meeting concluded in unforgettable style last night, as delegates gathered under the African night sky to honour excellence, innovation and commitment in asset recovery throughout the region. But among the constellation of achievers, one country emerged as the undeniable centre of gravity, Zambia. This year, Zambia did not only assume the ARINSA Presidency, with President Margaret Kapambwe-Chitundu officially beginning her duties, the country also walked away as the most decorated nation of the entire AGM, securing more awards than any other Member State. With an atmosphere electrified by achievement and pride, the evening became a defining moment for Zambia within the ARINSA community. The programme opened with the Most Timely Statistics Sent category, awarded to Botswana, setting the tone for an evening defined by precision, dedication,

Mongu | December 1, 2025 – In Mongu’s Mandanga Market this week, prosecutors from the NPA Western Province Office engaged directly with the public, bringing the law to the heart of the community. Their focus was a clear warning that online harassment, cyberbullying, and the sharing of intimate images without consent are criminal acts. “These are not minor online disputes,” a State Advocate stated. “They are serious offences with profound harm, and our office is prepared to prosecute them.” Kasama | December 1, 2035 – Separately, in Kasama, a parallel mission of legal education was unfolding. State Advocate Ms. Natasha Victoria Mwelwa and Senior Public Prosecutor Ms. Racheal Mwitha conducted sessions at Kasama Boys Secondary and Luyeye Primary Schools. Their work focused on prevention, teaching students about legal rights, respect, and how to seek justice. “Protection begins with knowledge,” Mwitha

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe | December 1, 2025 – The Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network for Southern Africa (ARINSA) officially opened its 2025 Annual General Meeting today with a convening of its Steering Committee, bringing together representatives from all 17 member states at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge in Victoria Falls town in Zimbabwe. The meeting marked a purposeful beginning to the Network’s annual governance cycle and provided a structured opportunity to assess progress and refine priorities for the year ahead. Held against the backdrop of one of Southern Africa’s most iconic destinations, the Steering Committee reflected on ARINSA’s achievements and the challenges facing the Network. Delegates engaged in constructive discussions aimed at strengthening cooperation, enhancing information sharing, and supporting the effective implementation of the Network’s mandate. Budget and funding considerations rounded out the agenda. The session included a detailed reflection on