NGOCC Condemns Sexist Attacks on Women in 2026 Elections
The Non-Governmental Gender Organisations Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has strongly condemned sexist and discriminatory remarks aired on Simon Mwewa Lane Television
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Five Years Left to End AIDS: Urgent Action Needed
As 2026 begins, the world faces a critical milestone with only five years remaining to achieve the global commitment of
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Zambian Peacekeeper Dies Serving in Central African Republic
The Ministry of Defence has announced with deep sorrow the passing of Staff Sergeant Alick Banda of the Zambia Army,
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Antimicrobial Resistance Emerges as Major Global Health Threat, WHO Warns
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is rapidly emerging as one of the most serious global health threats, with experts warning that common
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NGOCC Raises Alarm on GBV, Cost of Living and Women’s Rights
The Non-Governmental Gender Organisations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has called for renewed commitment to gender justice, democratic reforms and women’s empowerment
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FGM Rates Rise 15% in Eight Years Despite Global Pledge
Despite a global commitment made at the United Nations General Assembly ten years ago to eliminate female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C)
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Advocates Call for an End to GBV
Calls to end gender-based violence (GBV) echoed strongly at the Africa Speak Up and Heal Summit organised by the African
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Health Ministry Raises Concern Over High TB Deaths in Zambia
The Ministry of Health has raised concern over the persistently high number of tuberculosis (TB)-related deaths in Zambia, with the
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SADC Calls for Action Against Digital Violence in 16-Day Campaign
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called on Member States, technology companies, and communities to intensify efforts to combat
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Calls Grow for Global Action as Progress Stalls on Ending Violence Against Women
Violence against women and girls remains one of the world’s most persistent human rights violations, with new data showing almost
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