Inauguration Watch: Zambia heads into President Hakainde Hichilema’s second swearing-in at National Heroes Stadium on Tuesday, with defence and security chiefs saying preparations are complete and police issuing traffic and safety advisories for Lusaka. Treason Case in the Spotlight: Opposition leader Brian Mundubile, running mate Makebi Zulu and 16 others have been transferred to Mukobeko Maximum Security Prison as their treason investigation deepens, while church mother bodies and lawyers continue to shape the handover narrative. Election Tensions & Dialogue Calls: Tonse Alliance secretary general Dr Chris Zumani Zimba has publicly defied hardliners, urging dialogue and restraint, as Bishop Emmanuel Chikoya calls for Zambia to confront electoral concerns through justice and reconciliation. Local Governance & Community Power: A growing Africa-wide push is gaining momentum in Ghana to shift development decisions to communities themselves, with Zambia-linked reporting highlighting the “reverse call for proposals” model. Women in Business: Africa.com’s 2026 definitive list spotlights women CEOs across Africa, with FirstRand’s Mary Vilakazi named top. Culture & Lifestyle: Lusaka’s Shaolin Temple is drawing attention as Africa’s first, blending Chinese cultural influence with local youth training and discipline. Sports: Zambia’s women’s volleyball campaign ends in the Round of 16 after a 3-1 loss to Ghana, while Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies win the COSAFA qualifier title, booking a CAF Women’s Champions League spot.