I'm allergic to corruption, says Zambia's Sata

Zambia's new president Michael Sata has taken a strong stance on corruption, vowing to prosecute anyone found guilty of embezzlement.

Zambia will follow '10 Commandments'

Zambia President Michael Sata says his government will follow the tenets of the 10 Biblical Commandments.

Zambia tense as votes are counted

Zambia's main opposition appeared on course for a convincing victory Thursday, following an election marred by disorganisation and sporadic violence.

'King Cobra' Sata wins Zambia presidential race

Zambian opposition leader Michael Sata was declared the winner of Zambia's presidential election early on Friday.

Opposition takes the lead in Zambia's election

Main opposition leader Michael Sata is ahead of President Rupiah Banda in the election race according to results from 85 out of the 150 centres.

Post-election riots erupt in northern Zambia

Rioters took to the streets of the two main towns in Zambia's Copper Belt amid frustration at a delay in tallying the results of this week's election.

Zambia calm after presidential polls close

Scattered violence in impoverished areas of Zambia's capital marred the country's general elections, which ended at 6pm on Tuesday.

Vote delays spark unrest in Zambian polls

Stone-throwing mobs smashed cars and blocked roads during voting in Lusaka after the opposition accused President Banda's party of rigging the ballot.

Zambia's youth back 'King Cobra' for president

Zambians voted on Tuesday in a closely contested election between incumbent Rupiah Banda and opposition leader Michael Sata.

Old rivals meet again as Zambians elect a president

Ten candidates are on Zambia's presidential ballot, but only Rupiah Banda and Michael Sata are considered contenders.

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