Rupiah Banda

The worthy elder statesman followed Kaunda’s example, putting democracy first and conceding defeat if necessary, and was instrumental in brokering peaceful power transfer in 2021

Zambia’s ex-president Rupiah Banda has joined the opposition Patriotic Front party after failing to win his party’s backing.

Zambian police have used batons and teargas on a crowd of opposition activists outside a police station where their leader had been summoned.

The Lusaka Magistrate’s Court has heard that, Henry Banda received US$550 000 from an oil deal, facilitated by his father, with a Nigerian company.

Former Zambian president Rupiah Banda’s South Africa-based son, Henry, has been embroiled in yet another scandal.

Zambia’s embattled ex-president has been rearrested and slapped with fresh graft charges linked to nine trucks used for his re-election campaign.

Rupiah Banda is set to go on trial this week after being charged with abusing his power over a Nigerian oil deal that he struck while in office.

In Zambia, prosecuting former presidents has become a familiar pattern.

Henry Banda of Zambia is staying put in South Africa, citing prejudice against him.

Henry Banda, the son of former Zambia president Rupiah Banda, is wanted by Interpol but he has permanent residence and a business in South Africa.

Leaders flock south for medical care at taxpayers’ expense as country’s healthcare sector founders.

Zambia’s former leader Rupiah Banda says the dissolution of the former ruling Movement for Multi-Party Democracy has taken away the people’s freedom.

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

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

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