The first set of photographs featuring some cast members of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in costume has been released. Actor Sam Clemmett has been revealed as the character Albus Severus Potter – the cursed child referred to in the title – in Charlie Gray’s portraits. It’s also been announced Poppy Miller will take on the role of Ginny ...

The world’s longest and deepest rail tunnel is to be officially opened in Switzerland, after almost two decades of construction work. The 57km (35-mile) twin-bore Gotthard base tunnel will provide a high-speed rail link under the Swiss Alps between northern and southern Europe. Switzerland says it will revolutionise European freight transport. Goods currently carried on the route by a million ...

Works and Supply Minister Yamfwa Mukanga says government’s decision to prioritize infrastructure development has yielded positive results. Mr. Mukanga says it is an undeniable fact that the PF’s agenda to improve infrastructure in the country has been welcomed by the people of Zambia. He says this is one of the reasons why the people will opt to return the PF ...

The policy Monitoring and Research Centre (PMRC) says there is urgent need for government to seriously look into the problem of early marriages. PMRC Researcher Chileshe Chaunga says the centre has observed that early marriages have resulted in loss of education opportunities especially among girls, in addition to girls becoming victims of violence. Ms. Chaunga however, notes that while progress ...

United National Independence Party (UNIP) Presidential Running mate Njekwa Anamela says it is possible for the former ruling party to return to power. Mr. Anamela says UNIP remains the institution memory of the country. He says things can be better in Zambia with UNIP in government because the party cares for the Zambian people. Mr. Anamela adds that UNIP is ...

Political Players have been encouraged to continue conducting peaceful campaigns. Hope for Human Rights Executive Director Smart Chanda notes that the campaigns have so far been peaceful despite some elements of provocation where some campaign materials have been pulled down. Mr. Chanda says political parties should ensure that peace is preserved during and after the elections. Meanwhile, Mr. Chanda has ...

The Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia (EFZ) has encouraged Church leaders to sensitize their members on the need to vote in the referendum which will be held alongside the general election. EFZ Executive Director Reverend Pukuta Mwanza says pastors and other leaders are also encouraged where possible to educate their members on the contents of the Bill of Rights so that ...

Former Finance Minister Katele Kalumba has implored the Bank of Zambia to guard against money laundering during campaigns by monitoring the amount of money in circulation. Dr. Kalumba notes that it’s during the election period that political parties tend to launder money using the electoral process. In an interview by telephone, Dr. Kalumba has also advised the Central Bank to ...