Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery, Missile Components Plant and Air Defense System

Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery, Missile Components Plant and Air Defense System Ukraine carried out a new wave of long-range strikes against Russian targets overnight, hitting the Ilsky Oil Refinery in the Krasnodar region. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also said strikes in the Rostov region hit a plant supplying Russia’s military with components for missiles […] The post Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery, Missile Components Plant and Air Defense System first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-26 15:09 tech en

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I COULD HAVE SAVED ZAMBIA AIRWAYS FROM COLLAPSING.” — GEORGE LEWIS…But then Finance Minister Ronald Penza frustrated the plan.

“I COULD HAVE SAVED ZAMBIA AIRWAYS FROM COLLAPSING.” — GEORGE LEWISBut then Finance Minister Ronald Penza f But then Finance Minister Ronald Penza frustrated the plan. This is one of those stories from Zambia’s economic history that deserves to be remembered—not simply as a story about an airline, but as a story about how institutions […] The post I COULD HAVE SAVED ZAMBIA AIRWAYS FROM COLLAPSING.” — GEORGE LEWIS…But then Finance Minister Ronald Penza frustrated the plan. first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-26 09:51 tech en

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LWANDAMINA SAYS ZAMBIA’S SMALL POPULATION MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO ASSEMBLE A STRONG WINNING CHIPOLOPOLO TEAM

LWANDAMINA SAYS ZAMBIA’S SMALL POPULATION MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO ASSEMBLE A STRONG WINNING CHIPOLOPOLO TEAM Chipolopolo coach George Lwandamina says the country’s small population is making it difficult to assemble a strong winning team. He said this yesterday after Zambia’s 3-1 defeat to Algeria in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier […] The post LWANDAMINA SAYS ZAMBIA’S SMALL POPULATION MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO ASSEMBLE A STRONG WINNING CHIPOLOPOLO TEAM first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-26 09:50 tech en

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FULL-TIME: ALGERIA 3–1 ZAMBIA — CHIPOLopolo FRAILTIES EXPOSED

🇿🇲 FULL-TIME: ALGERIA 3–1 ZAMBIA — CHIPOLopolo FRAILTIES EXPOSED By Uncle Philip Banda Zambia’s 3–1 defeat to Algeria has exposed several issues that need urgent attention if Chipolopolo are to compete consistently at the highest level. 1. COACHING CONCERNSThe coaching by George Lwandamina leaves much to be desired. The sooner we recognise that Chipolopolo may […] The post FULL-TIME: ALGERIA 3–1 ZAMBIA — CHIPOLopolo FRAILTIES EXPOSED first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-26 09:50 tech en

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CZECH PRESIDENT: NATO MAY HAVE TO SHOOT DOWN RUSSIAN AIRCRAFT

CZECH PRESIDENT: NATO MAY HAVE TO SHOOT DOWN RUSSIAN AIRCRAFT NATO may eventually have to shoot down Russian aircraft or drones that deliberately enter allied airspace and refuse to respond to warnings, Czech President Petr Pavel said on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. “There may come a time when we […] The post CZECH PRESIDENT: NATO MAY HAVE TO SHOOT DOWN RUSSIAN AIRCRAFT first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-26 08:04 tech en

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IRANIAN UN DELEGATION STRANDED IN AMERICA AS US SANCTIONS SHUT DOWN IRAN’S AIRSPACE

IRANIAN UN DELEGATION STRANDED IN AMERICA AS US SANCTIONS SHUT DOWN IRAN’S AIRSPACE US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced major disruptions to Iranian air travel under “Operation Economic Outcast,” estimating that 80–90% of Iran’s international flights have been grounded due to secondary US sanctions. Bessent says he is “not sure” how Iranian leaders will […] The post IRANIAN UN DELEGATION STRANDED IN AMERICA AS US SANCTIONS SHUT DOWN IRAN’S AIRSPACE first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-25 14:55 tech en

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UKRAINE TESTS AI SYSTEM TO PREDICT RUSSIAN BATTLEFIELD MOVES

UKRAINE TESTS AI SYSTEM TO PREDICT RUSSIAN BATTLEFIELD MOVES Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense is developing an artificial-intelligence platform designed to analyze combat data, identify patterns and help commanders anticipate Russia’s possible next moves. The system, called SPECTR, is already undergoing beta testing with several combat units. It will process information from the battlefield, recommend possible […] The post UKRAINE TESTS AI SYSTEM TO PREDICT RUSSIAN BATTLEFIELD MOVES first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-25 14:55 tech en

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REMEMBERING ELIAS MARKO CHISHA CHIPIMO SENIOR

REMEMBERING ELIAS MARKO CHISHA CHIPIMO SENIOR Some politicians are remembered for the offices they occupied. Others are remembered for the things they said while occupying them. Then there was Chipimo Snr, a man who somehow managed to irritate governments without ever losing his intellectual composure. While some politicians spend their entire careers mastering the art […] The post REMEMBERING ELIAS MARKO CHISHA CHIPIMO SENIOR first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-23 13:52 tech en

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RUSSIAN MI-8 VIOLATES POLISH AIRSPACE—WARSAW CALLS IT A TEST

RUSSIAN MI-8 VIOLATES POLISH AIRSPACE—WARSAW CALLS IT A TEST A Russian military Mi-8 helicopter briefly violated Polish airspace near Braniewo at 11:08 a.m. on September 23, according to Poland’s Armed Forces Operational Command. The helicopter approached from Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave, crossed approximately 300 metres into Polish territory and remained inside NATO airspace for 42 seconds […] The post RUSSIAN MI-8 VIOLATES POLISH AIRSPACE—WARSAW CALLS IT A TEST first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-23 13:50 tech en

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RUSSIAN AIRSTRIKE DEVASTATES CHURCH IN KRAMATORSK

RUSSIAN AIRSTRIKE DEVASTATES CHURCH IN KRAMATORSK A Russian airstrike has severely damaged the Church of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist in Kramatorsk. Part of the building collapsed under the force of the explosion. Its walls and roof were torn apart, the metal framework supporting the dome was twisted, and the church grounds were […] The post RUSSIAN AIRSTRIKE DEVASTATES CHURCH IN KRAMATORSK first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-23 13:50 tech en

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Congolese cyclist Miguel Masaisai has d!ed while on a 17-country journey across Africa to promote peace

Congolese cyclist Miguel Masaisai has d!ed while on a 17-country journey across Africa to promote peace. The 23-year-old from Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, began his “Pedals for Peace” journey on May 1, with plans to cycle about 14,000km from Goma to Rabat, Morocco. Masaisai had already travelled more than 6,500km and reached Kinshasa before […] The post Congolese cyclist Miguel Masaisai has d!ed while on a 17-country journey across Africa to promote peace first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-23 13:49 tech en

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Iran Warns of “Unrestricted” Retaliation if US Resumes Airstrikes

Iran Warns of “Unrestricted” Retaliation if US Resumes Airstrikes Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a renewed warning that Tehran is prepared to respond to any new US military attack with a significantly expanded retaliation. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said it had received intelligence indicating that the United States, with support from […] The post Iran Warns of “Unrestricted” Retaliation if US Resumes Airstrikes first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-22 21:49 tech en

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China says it opposes US sanctions after Bessent warning on Iranian airlines

China says it opposes US sanctions after Bessent warning on Iranian airlines China said on Tuesday it opposed what it described as illegal sanctions that lack a basis in international law or authorization from the UN Security Council, after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned countries against providing services to Iranian airlines. Bessent said on […] The post China says it opposes US sanctions after Bessent warning on Iranian airlines first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-22 13:14 tech en

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US Threatens to Ground Iranian Airlines Worldwide From September 23

US Threatens to Ground Iranian Airlines Worldwide From September 23 US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that Iranian airlines could be effectively shut out of international operations from September 23 as Washington expands its sanctions campaign against Tehran. Bessent said foreign airports and companies that continue servicing Iranian carriers could face secondary sanctions. This […] The post US Threatens to Ground Iranian Airlines Worldwide From September 23 first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-22 07:09 tech en

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Russia Deploys Pantsir Air Defense System on Bridge Near Moscow Oil Refinery

Russia Deploys Pantsir Air Defense System on Bridge Near Moscow Oil Refinery Russia has reportedly deployed a Pantsir air defense system on a bridge near the Moscow Oil Refinery following a massive Ukrainian drone assault on the capital. Footage circulating on social media appears to show the Russian air defense system positioned on a highway […] The post Russia Deploys Pantsir Air Defense System on Bridge Near Moscow Oil Refinery first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-21 21:42 tech en

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Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi urges Washington to break free from Israel lobby ‘shackles’

Araghchi urges Washington to break free from Israel lobby ‘shackles’ Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the Israel lobby of seeking to tighten its influence over US policy toward Iran, urging Washington to “break free” from what he called its “shackles.” Araghchi was responding to an Israel Hayom opinion piece by Mark Dubowitz, chief executive […] The post Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi urges Washington to break free from Israel lobby ‘shackles’ first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-21 21:42 tech en

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ZAMBIA BIDS FAREWELL TO FIRST INDIGENOUS AIRFORCE COMMANDER LT. GEN. PETER ZUZE

ZAMBIA BIDS FAREWELL TO FIRST INDIGENOUS AIRFORCE COMMANDER LT. GEN. PETER ZUZE Zambia’s first indigenous Air Force Commander, Lieutenant General Peter Zuze, is being laid to rest in Lusaka today following his death on September 14, 2026, at the age of 83 after an illness. Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa joined family members, government […] The post ZAMBIA BIDS FAREWELL TO FIRST INDIGENOUS AIRFORCE COMMANDER LT. GEN. PETER ZUZE first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-21 15:53 tech en

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Iran Tightens Border Forces as Washington Warns of Sudden Flight Cancellations and Airspace Closures

Iran Tightens Border Forces as Washington Warns of Sudden Flight Cancellations and Airspace Closures Tensions across the Middle East are escalating as Iran reportedly reinforces its military presence along its borders and warns of an unlimited response against U.S. forces and allied bases if a new wave of attacks occurs. The warning comes after U.S. […] The post Iran Tightens Border Forces as Washington Warns of Sudden Flight Cancellations and Airspace Closures first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-21 14:18 tech en

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Russia Fires Missiles Near Danish Military Helicopter; Denmark Accelerates $276 Million Ukraine Aid Package

Russia Fires Missiles Near Danish Military Helicopter; Denmark Accelerates $276 Million Ukraine Aid Package Tensions between Denmark and Russia have escalated after a Russian frigate reportedly fired two missiles in the direction of a Danish Fennec military helicopter conducting a routine surveillance mission over international waters near Denmark, according to Danish authorities and Reuters. The […] The post Russia Fires Missiles Near Danish Military Helicopter; Denmark Accelerates $276 Million Ukraine Aid Package first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-20 14:56 tech en

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SIR WICKNELL CHIVAYO STEPS IN TO RESCUE AILING LUPANE UNIVERSITY STUDENT

SIR WICKNELL CHIVAYO STEPS IN TO RESCUE AILING LUPANE UNIVERSITY STUDENT HARARE — Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has stepped in to assist a 24-year-old Lupane State University student who is battling severe injuries after a serious accident. Final-year student Nkosingilile Clemency Ndlovu sustained multiple jaw fractures and is reportedly in severe pain, surviving on liquids while […] The post SIR WICKNELL CHIVAYO STEPS IN TO RESCUE AILING LUPANE UNIVERSITY STUDENT first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-20 14:53 tech en

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Netanyahu to Avoid JFK Airport During New York Visit Amid ICC Arrest Warrant Remarks

Netanyahu to Avoid JFK Airport During New York Visit Amid ICC Arrest Warrant Remarks According to Israeli media outlet i24NEWS, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to avoid landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York during his upcoming trip to attend the UN General Assembly. The reported decision follows remarks […] The post Netanyahu to Avoid JFK Airport During New York Visit Amid ICC Arrest Warrant Remarks first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-20 08:35 tech en

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Burkina Faso Acquires China’s Sky Dragon 30 Air Defense System

Burkina Faso Acquires China’s Sky Dragon 30 Air Defense System Burkina Faso has reportedly acquired China’s Sky Dragon 30 (SD-30) air defense system as part of efforts to strengthen its military capabilities. 🔸 Developed by China’s Norinco, the Sky Dragon 30 is a mobile surface-to-air missile system designed to engage aircraft, drones and cruise missiles. […] The post Burkina Faso Acquires China’s Sky Dragon 30 Air Defense System first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-20 08:35 tech en

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Saudi Arabia Reportedly Orders More Than 1,280 AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles Ahead of F-35 Deal

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Orders More Than 1,280 AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles Ahead of F-35 Deal Saudi Arabia has reportedly ordered more than 1,280 AIM-120 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles from the United States in a deal valued at approximately $3.5 billion, according to reports. The reported weapons purchase comes ahead of a broader U.S.–Saudi agreement involving the potential […] The post Saudi Arabia Reportedly Orders More Than 1,280 AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles Ahead of F-35 Deal first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-20 08:34 tech en

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Lockheed Martin Reveals New Details on the AIM-260 Air-to-Air Missile

🚨🇺🇸 Lockheed Martin Reveals New Details on the AIM-260 Air-to-Air Missile Lockheed Martin has provided new information on the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), a next-generation air-to-air missile being developed for the U.S. military under a program that has remained largely classified. The AIM-260 is designed to complement—and potentially replace some capabilities of—the AIM-120 […] The post Lockheed Martin Reveals New Details on the AIM-260 Air-to-Air Missile first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-20 08:33 tech en

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U.S. Nearly Launched Operation Against Chinese Ship After AI-Generated Intelligence Error CNN

U.S. Nearly Launched Operation Against Chinese Ship After AI-Generated Intelligence Error CNN The United States reportedly came close to taking military action against a Chinese vessel in the Middle East this spring, during the Iran war, after an intelligence report falsely identified the ship as carrying components linked to nuclear weapons, according to CNN. The […] The post U.S. Nearly Launched Operation Against Chinese Ship After AI-Generated Intelligence Error CNN first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-19 07:12 tech en

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Yemen Foreign Minister says country is not Iran’s bargaining chip

Yemen FM says country is not Iran’s bargaining chip Yemen is not an Iranian bargaining chip and its future must be decided by Yemenis through their state and national political process, Foreign Minister Afrah al-Zouba of Yemen’s internationally recognized government said in an interview published Friday by the Foreign Ministry. “Yemen is not compensation for […] The post Yemen Foreign Minister says country is not Iran’s bargaining chip first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-19 07:08 tech en

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INDONESIA ACQUIRES ITS FIRST AIRCRAFT CARRIER AMID MILITARY MODERNIZATION

INDONESIA ACQUIRES ITS FIRST AIRCRAFT CARRIER AMID MILITARY MODERNIZATION Indonesia has acquired its first aircraft carrier as part of a broader effort to modernize and strengthen its armed forces The move marks a significant development for Indonesia’s naval capabilities and expands its ability to operate air power at sea. The acquisition comes as Jakarta continues […] The post INDONESIA ACQUIRES ITS FIRST AIRCRAFT CARRIER AMID MILITARY MODERNIZATION first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-18 15:38 tech en

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Court rejects CF MP’s request to dismiss Chipili election petition

Court rejects CF MP’s request to dismiss Chipili election petition THE Lusaka High Court has dismissed a preliminary objection seeking to throw out an election petition challenging the August 13, 2026 Chipili Parliamentary election. In a ruling delivered by judge Malata-Unonuju, the Court held that the petition filed by UPND’s Donald Lumbeta against Citizens First […] The post Court rejects CF MP’s request to dismiss Chipili election petition first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-17 11:44 tech en

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Turkish Airlines suspends Zambia route – Business Insider

‎Turkish Airlines suspends Zambia route – Business Insider‎‎‎‎The Istanbul-based Turkish Airlines has removed Lusaka (Zambia), alongside Luanda (Angola), Juba (South Sudan), Kinshasa (DRC) and Libreville (Gabon) from its future schedule after previously suspending the services. ‎‎According to Business Insider, the routes had been due to remain suspended until October 24, but the airline has now […] The post Turkish Airlines suspends Zambia route – Business Insider first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-17 09:01 tech en

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DIPLOMACY OVER CYBER WARFARE, THE WISDOM OF THE MWINE LUBEMBA.

DIPLOMACY OVER CYBER WARFARE, THE WISDOM OF THE MWINE LUBEMBA. Guest Article Lusaka,16.09.26 The powerful message delivered by Paramount Chief Chitimukulu Kanyanta Manga II serves as a vital blueprint for how modern citizens should engage with governance and leadership. In an era dominated by instant online reactions, the Mwine Lubemba has boldly called out the […] The post DIPLOMACY OVER CYBER WARFARE, THE WISDOM OF THE MWINE LUBEMBA. first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-16 19:03 tech en

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Newborn baby was found abandoned in a sanitary trash can at an airport toilet in Malaysia

A newborn baby was found abandoned in a sanitary trash can at an airport toilet in Malaysia. The baby boy, who was found alive, was heard crying by a cleaner who alerted police at Penang International Airport on August 31. Distressing footage shows the infant lying inside the bin, which was lined with a blue […] The post Newborn baby was found abandoned in a sanitary trash can at an airport toilet in Malaysia first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-16 09:01 tech en

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KEVIN SHAI ADMITS HE IS STRUGGLING TO WALK AWAY FROM MATSHIDISO DESPITE CHEATING SCANDAL BECAUSE OF THE EFFORT HE PUT INTO WINNING HER HEART AND BUILDING THEIR RELATIONSHIP

KEVIN SHAI ADMITS HE IS STRUGGLING TO WALK AWAY FROM MATSHIDISO DESPITE CHEATING SCANDAL BECAUSE OF THE EFFORT HE PUT INTO WINNING HER HEART AND BUILDING THEIR RELATIONSHIP South African content creator Kevin Shai has opened up about his relationship with Matshidiso, revealing that he is finding it difficult to let go despite the controversy […] The post KEVIN SHAI ADMITS HE IS STRUGGLING TO WALK AWAY FROM MATSHIDISO DESPITE CHEATING SCANDAL BECAUSE OF THE EFFORT HE PUT INTO WINNING HER HEART AND BUILDING THEIR RELATIONSHIP first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-16 07:00 tech en

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Unidentified Drone Crashes Near Strategic German Air Base Possible Sabotage Under Investigation

Unidentified Drone Crashes Near Strategic German Air Base Possible Sabotage Under Investigation An unidentified drone crashed Monday near Lake Steinhude, approximately one kilometer from Wunstorf Air Base in Lower Saxony, Germany, which hosts the German military’s strategic Airbus A400M transport aircraft. German authorities launched a major search operation to recover and examine the debris. Police […] The post Unidentified Drone Crashes Near Strategic German Air Base Possible Sabotage Under Investigation first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-16 06:59 tech en

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CHIPATA WOMAN ALLEGEDLY RAPED WHILE VIEWING ROOM FOR RENT

CHIPATA WOMAN ALLEGEDLY RAPED WHILE VIEWING ROOM FOR RENT By Ezron Miti She was simply looking for a place to call home. But what should have been an ordinary room viewing reportedly turned into a frightening ordeal for a woman in Chipata after she was allegedly raped by a man who had offered her accommodation. […] The post CHIPATA WOMAN ALLEGEDLY RAPED WHILE VIEWING ROOM FOR RENT first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-15 08:19 tech en

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China hits back at Anthropic CEO’s call to curb China’s AI development

China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected calls by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for the United States to restrict China’s artificial intelligence capabilities, warning that confrontation and competition could undermine global efforts to govern the technology. Amodei, in a lengthy essay published on Saturday, September 12, warned that a “Chinese lead in AI would pose […] The post China hits back at Anthropic CEO’s call to curb China’s AI development first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-15 08:19 tech en

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Israel Reportedly Plans to Neutralize Turkish-Supplied Air Defense Systems in Syria

Israel Reportedly Plans to Neutralize Turkish-Supplied Air Defense Systems in Syria Israel is reportedly preparing to dismantle or disable air defense systems that Türkiye is supplying to Syria. Israeli officials have indicated that a key element of the country’s strategy is to neutralize Syrian air defenses, foreign-linked military assets and forces operating in Syria. The […] The post Israel Reportedly Plans to Neutralize Turkish-Supplied Air Defense Systems in Syria first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-15 07:24 tech en

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NO S33X SINCE 2022, MY PHD CANNOT SLEEP WITH AN UNEDUCATED WOMAN — THE ALLEGED SUICIDE LETTER OF MAI ASHY LEAVES ZIMBABWE IN TEARS

NO S33X SINCE 2022, MY PHD CANNOT SLEEP WITH AN UNEDUCATED WOMAN — THE ALLEGED SUICIDE LETTER OF MAI ASHY LEAVES ZIMBABWE IN TEARS Tsamba yakasiya yanyorwa neMai Ashy vasati vazvipfuudza. Note: This letter has NOT yet been confirmed as authentic and neither family has confirmed it. I am publishing its alleged contents as shared […] The post NO S33X SINCE 2022, MY PHD CANNOT SLEEP WITH AN UNEDUCATED WOMAN — THE ALLEGED SUICIDE LETTER OF MAI ASHY LEAVES ZIMBABWE IN TEARS first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-15 07:23 tech en

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Iran Deploys New Air Defense System Used to Down U.S. MQ-1 Drone

Iran Deploys New Air Defense System Used to Down U.S. MQ-1 Drone Iran has deployed its new Bavar-373 II air defense system along strategic coastal areas and around the Strait of Hormuz, strengthening its air defense network amid escalating tensions with the United States. The system was reportedly used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps […] The post Iran Deploys New Air Defense System Used to Down U.S. MQ-1 Drone first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-15 07:22 tech en

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Former Zambia Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Peter Zuze has died

Fare Thee Well Gen ZuzeBy Dickson Jere I have just learnt with sadness the passing of our veteran pilot Lt.Gen Peter Zuze. The Zuze name has been mystical since our early childhood. Zuze was famous name during our childhood. His name was synonymous to bravery and patriotism. Legend has it that he flew a fighter […] The post Former Zambia Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Peter Zuze has died first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-15 06:06 tech en

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OpenAI boss Sam Altman warns of two ways AI could go ‘very badly’ for humans

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has warned that the rapid development of artificial intelligence could go “very badly” for humanity in two major ways. “There are two ways AI progress could go very badly, and that we must avoid. First, we could lose control of the future to AI. This is unacceptable; we are unapologetically on […] The post OpenAI boss Sam Altman warns of two ways AI could go ‘very badly’ for humans first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 21:38 tech en

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HOUTHIS REPORTEDLY LAUNCH LARGE-SCALE ATTACKS ON KING KHALID AIR BASE IN SAUDI ARABIA

HOUTHIS REPORTEDLY LAUNCH LARGE-SCALE ATTACKS ON KING KHALID AIR BASE IN SAUDI ARABIA According to local reports, Houthi forces have allegedly carried out large-scale strikes against King Khalid Air Base near Khamis Mushait in southwestern Saudi Arabia. 🇸🇦 The military installation is associated with Saudi Arabia’s air operations and reportedly hosts F-15 fighter jets, Eurofighter […] The post HOUTHIS REPORTEDLY LAUNCH LARGE-SCALE ATTACKS ON KING KHALID AIR BASE IN SAUDI ARABIA first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 21:37 tech en

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Vlogger Joseph Chishimba gets 9 months with hard labor over Chipo Mwanawasa pregnancy claim

Vlogger Joseph Chishimba jailed 9 months for cyber harassment! The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has sentenced 49-year-old vlogger Joseph Chishimba of Jack Compound to nine months’ imprisonment with hard labour for cyber harassment after he shared a WhatsApp post alleging that Presidential Policy Advisor Chipo Mwanawasa had been impregnated by someone at State House. Chishimba was […] The post Vlogger Joseph Chishimba gets 9 months with hard labor over Chipo Mwanawasa pregnancy claim first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 14:55 tech en

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Trump Dismisses Reports of Chinese Satellite Intel Aiding Iranian Attack on US Base

Trump Dismisses Reports of Chinese Satellite Intel Aiding Iranian Attack on US Base U.S. President Donald Trump has minimized the significance of reports suggesting that Chinese organizations provided satellite imagery to Iran ahead of a fatal missile strike on a military outpost hosting American troops in Jordan. The attack, which occurred in July at the […] The post Trump Dismisses Reports of Chinese Satellite Intel Aiding Iranian Attack on US Base first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 13:49 tech en

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CHINA HAS 9 AIRCRAFT CARRIERS. WHAT ARE THEY FOR ?

CHINA HAS 9 AIRCRAFT CARRIERS. WHAT ARE THEY FOR ? NOBODY WANTS TO SAY IT OUT LOUD OPINION| China built the world’s largest navy in just 50 years. Nine aircraft carriers. The largest army on Earth. Nuclear bombs. Submarines. Aircrafts And the West keeps asking the same nervous question: What are they going to use […] The post CHINA HAS 9 AIRCRAFT CARRIERS. WHAT ARE THEY FOR ? first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 13:48 tech en

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CHASEFU NORTH MP CAPTAIN TOWANI CHIPETA DONATES K10,000 TO ARTIST VIOLA BANDA

CHASEFU NORTH MP DONATES K10,000 TO ARTIST VIOLA BANDA Chasefu North Lawmaker Captain Towani Chipeta, MP, has donated the sum of K10,000 to the artist Viola Banda, in response to a plea for assistance made by the artist. Captain Chipeta recognised that Viola is an extremely talented artist who is capable of sustaining herself through […] The post CHASEFU NORTH MP CAPTAIN TOWANI CHIPETA DONATES K10,000 TO ARTIST VIOLA BANDA first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 07:17 tech en

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AUSTRALIAN PENSIONER LOSES NEARLY R2 MILLION AFTER ALLEGEDLY FALLING VICTIM TO AI-GENERATED ROMANCE SCAM INVOLVING FAKE ‘SOUTH AFRICAN NURSE’ PROFILE

AUSTRALIAN PENSIONER LOSES NEARLY R2 MILLION AFTER ALLEGEDLY FALLING VICTIM TO AI-GENERATED ROMANCE SCAM INVOLVING FAKE ‘SOUTH AFRICAN NURSE’ PROFILE An Australian pensioner reportedly lost close to R2 million after becoming involved in an online relationship with what authorities say was an AI-generated fake identity posing as a South African nurse. According to reports, the […] The post AUSTRALIAN PENSIONER LOSES NEARLY R2 MILLION AFTER ALLEGEDLY FALLING VICTIM TO AI-GENERATED ROMANCE SCAM INVOLVING FAKE ‘SOUTH AFRICAN NURSE’ PROFILE first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 07:15 tech en

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AIR FORCE OF ZIMBABWE K8 JETS MOCKED AT AIR SHOW IN SOUTH AFRICA AS “OLD”

AIR FORCE OF ZIMBABWE K8 JETS MOCKED AT AIR SHOW IN SOUTH AFRICA AS “OLD” From Josiah Tongogara Base to Waterkloof air show By Fanuel Viriri The Air Force of Zimbabwe K-8 jets have arrived at Air Force Base Waterkloof for Africa Aerospace and Defence 2026 show, amid a wave of criticism from some aviation […] The post AIR FORCE OF ZIMBABWE K8 JETS MOCKED AT AIR SHOW IN SOUTH AFRICA AS “OLD” first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-14 07:14 tech en

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LET CHIPOKA MULENGA WORK — SICHULA

LET CHIPOKA MULENGA WORK — SICHULA By: Mulabasa Staff Reporter Former National Democratic Congress (NDC) President George Sichula has called on the people of Zambia, particularly the people of Chingola, to give newly elected Chingola West Member of Parliament Chipoka Mulenga an opportunity to work and deliver development to the constituency. Sichula, who previously served […] The post LET CHIPOKA MULENGA WORK — SICHULA first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-13 21:59 tech en

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Saudi Arabia Reportedly Conducts 130 Airstrikes Against Houthi Forces in 48 Hours

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Conducts 130 Airstrikes Against Houthi Forces in 48 Hours At least 20 Saudi fighter jets, including F-15s and Typhoon aircraft supplied by the United Kingdom, have reportedly carried out 130 airstrikes against Houthi forces in Yemen over the past 48 hours. The strikes reportedly targeted Houthi energy and weapons storage facilities, troop […] The post Saudi Arabia Reportedly Conducts 130 Airstrikes Against Houthi Forces in 48 Hours first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-13 21:53 tech en

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MAN WHO CLAIMED HICHILEMA IMPREGNATED CHIPO TO BE SENTENCED MONDAY

MAN WHO CLAIMED HICHILEMA IMPREGNATED CHIPO TO BE SENTENCED MONDAY A 49-year-old Lusaka man, Joseph Chishimba, is set to return to the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court on Monday for mitigation and sentencing after being convicted of publishing false information. Chishimba was convicted under Section 54 of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act No. 2 of […] The post MAN WHO CLAIMED HICHILEMA IMPREGNATED CHIPO TO BE SENTENCED MONDAY first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

zambianobserver.com · 2026-09-12 19:56 tech en

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