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Yo Maps: From Malawi to Zambia — A Star-Studded Week for Zambia’s Music Sensation

By the BalanceHub Auditorial Team Zambian music sensation Yo Maps is making waves not just locally, but regionally. This week has been a particularly busy one for the artist, as he continues to cement his status as one of Zambia’s most influential performers. Malawi Birthday Gala: Yo Maps on a Regional Stage Yesterday, Yo Maps was in Malawi performing at the 43rd birthday celebration of Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, one of Africa’s most renowned spiritual leaders. The event, held at the Golden Peacock Complex in Lilongwe, drew thousands of attendees and featured performances by top African stars. According to reports, Yo Maps delivered an electrifying performance, showing why his music resonates far beyond Zambia’s borders. His presence at the event demonstrates his regional appeal and growing recognition in southern Africa. Prophet Bushiri’s birthday celebrations are more than just personal milestones — they are cultural and spiritual gatherings that bring together people from across the ...
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Zambia Launches Electronic/Online Inspection of the Register of Voters

  By the BalanceHub Auditorial Team On February 22, 2026, the Electoral Commission of Zambia officially commenced the Electronic/Online Inspection of the Register of Voters, a critical step in preparing for the 2026 General Elections. The exercise will run until March 8, 2026.   But what does this really mean for you as a citizen? Let’s break down every key point in detail. 1️⃣ What Is the Electronic/Online Inspection of the Register? The voters’ register is the official database containing the names and details of all eligible voters in Zambia. Before any election, this register must be verified and cleaned to ensure accuracy. The online inspection process allows registered voters to: Confirm that their name appears correctly in the system Verify that their NRC number is accurate Check their polling station allocation Confirm their constituency and ward details This process ensures that the provisional voters’ roll reflects real, eligible voters and not outdated or incorrect ...

Seven Zambians in the Diaspora Arrested Over Cybercrime Allegations: What It Means for Zambia

  By the BalanceHub Auditorial Team Zambia is entering a new era in the fight against cybercrime. Recent reports indicate that seven Zambians in the diaspora have been arrested and extradited back home with the help of INTERPOL, while 21 others are reportedly awaiting legal proceedings on cybercrime-related charges. While investigations are ongoing and official details continue to unfold, one thing is clear: the digital space is no longer a lawless frontier. At BalanceHub, we believe in facts, accountability, and national progress. Let’s break this down. Understanding the Role of INTERPOL INTERPOL — officially known as the International Criminal Police Organization — is a global law enforcement network that connects police forces across 195 member countries. Its role is not to arrest people directly but to : Issue Red Notices for wanted individuals Coordinate intelligence sharing Support cross-border investigations Facilitate extradition processes If Zambians in the diaspora were i...

Billie Eilish’s Grammy Triumph Sparks Major Chart Comeback in 2026

  By The BalanceHub Team  Billie Eilish has once again captured the global music spotlight — not just with praise from critics, but with chart performance that reflects growing public interest following her historic success at the 2026 Grammy Awards. At the 68th annual Grammy ceremony, Eilish and her longtime collaborator and brother Finneas O’Connell won Song of the Year for their track “Wildflower” — marking the third time the duo has claimed this top songwriting honour in their careers. The song’s victory resonated across the industry, and its impact is now visible in music consumption trends around the world. Grammy Success Ignites Streaming and Sales Growth “Wildflower” serves as a standout track from Eilish’s third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, originally released in May 2024. Though not initially released as a major single, its Grammy recognition has propelled it back into public consciousness. As fans revisit the track following the awards, Wildflower now appears...

Driver Fired Over ‘Love Affair’ Wins Sh790,000 in Landmark Ruling Against World Vision Kenya

By The BalanceHub Editorial Team  A dismissal that began as an internal disciplinary matter has ended in a significant court victory for a former employee of World Vision Kenya. In a ruling that has sparked conversations about workplace boundaries, employee rights, and organisational policies, the Employment and Labour Relations Court in Machakos ordered World Vision Kenya to compensate its former driver, Dominic Mutuku Mulavu, with Sh790,398 for unfair termination. The Dismissal Dominic Mutuku Mulavu had worked as a driver for World Vision Kenya since 2012. In May 2024, his employment came to an abrupt end after the organisation accused him of engaging in a romantic relationship with a woman it described as a beneficiary of its programmes in Kitui County. World Vision Kenya reportedly cited safeguarding concerns, arguing that such relationships could amount to a conflict of interest or breach of organisational policy meant to protect vulnerable communities. However, Mulavu challen...

3-Year-Old Dies in Bauleni Road Accident: A Tragic Reminder of Urban Road Safety Challenges

  By BalanceHub Lusaka, Zambia – A devastating road traffic accident in Bauleni township claimed the life of a three-year-old child, Daliso Zulu, on the morning of 15 February 2026. The incident occurred around 09:00 hours, when the young child was struck by a Toyota Hiace minibus while attempting to cross a busy street in the residential area. According to Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi, first responders arrived at the scene shortly after the accident was reported. Daliso sustained severe injuries from the collision and was rushed to Bauleni Clinic, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. Preliminary investigations suggest that the accident occurred as the child was crossing the road, highlighting the vulnerability of pedestrians — especially children — in high-traffic urban neighbourhoods. The body of the deceased has been deposited at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) Mortuary, where a postmortem examination will be conducted as part of the ongoing investi...

Zambia’s Revenue Revolution: Financing National Development in 2026

By The BalanceHub Editorial Team In recent years, Zambia’s fiscal story has shifted from aid dependence to a strong emphasis on domestic revenue mobilisation. At the heart of this transformation is the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA), whose growing performance has played a significant role in empowering the country to finance its development agenda. For much of the past decade, Zambia struggled with limited domestic collections and heavy reliance on grants and borrowing. But data from the ZRA shows a sharp rise in revenue mobilisation — from gross collections of K148.5 billion in 2024 to a surplus net revenue of K160.6 billion in 2025, surpassing targets. This was achieved even amid challenges such as tax evasion, avoidance, and delays in refund processing.  In fact, overall collections have also steadily grown when viewed over a longer period. According to an event held in Lusaka by the ZRA Board Chairperson, revenue mobilisation has climbed from around K58.7 billion in 2020 to K16...