Zambia find shows humans have built with wood for 476,000 years
These artifacts represent the oldest-known example of humans building wooden structures.
Sat Sep 23 2023
Zambian opposition leader Hichilema wins 2021 presidential election
Opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema has defeated incumbent Edgar Lungu in Zambia's presidential election.
Mon Aug 16 2021
23 teachers dismissed in Zambia over sex with pupils
Jennifer Chiwala, the chairperson of the body however said two provinces, Lusaka and Luapula, did not record any cases of sexual abuse of pupils.
Sat Feb 04 2017
Zambia's Lungu to be sworn in; opposition misses deadline for election challenge
Opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema had filed a petition in constitutional court last month, saying the Aug 11 vote was rigged and Lungu's victory should be annulled.
Tue Sep 06 2016
Zambia seeks divine help to tackle economic woes
Zambians took part in a national day of prayer on Sunday seeking divine help for the country's economic woes following a collapse in global copper prices.
Mon Oct 19 2015
World Bank launches livestock project in Zambia
The World Bank launches RM200 million livestock development project in Zambia that will benefit 390,000 farming households.
Thu Feb 14 2013
Hat-trick earns corporal Katongo instant promotion
Zambia captain, striker and talisman Christopher Katongo started an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier as an army corporal and finished it as a sergeant.
Mon Jan 14 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024