Lusaka Times
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Lusaka Times is a Zambian English-language online news publication based in Lusaka, Zambia. The website publishes news and commentary covering Zambian politics, government affairs, business, health, education, sports, entertainment, and international affairs.[1][2]
2007 (as Lusaka Times)
| Type | Online newspaper |
|---|---|
| Format | Digital |
| Founded | 1999 (as Lusaka Information Dispatch) 2007 (as Lusaka Times) |
| Language | English |
| Headquarters | Lusaka, Zambia |
| Website | www |
History
The publication traces its origins to the Lusaka Information Dispatch, an online news project established in 1999. The platform was relaunched as LusakaTimes.com in 2007 and became one of Zambia's early online-only news publications.[2]The renewed website adopted an online news model focused on publishing current affairs and information related to Zambia.[2]
Content and coverage
Lusaka Times publishes articles on a range of topics, including:[2]
- Zambian politics and government
- Business and economic affairs
- Health and social issues
- Education
- Sports
- Entertainment
- International news
- Opinion and commentary
The publication primarily focuses on news affecting Zambia while also covering issues of interest to Zambians living abroad.[1]
Editorial model
Lusaka Times operates as an online publication supported by advertising revenue and contributions from writers and correspondents. The website publishes news reports, opinion articles, and guest contributions subject to editorial review.[2]
The publication has been identified in academic research examining Zambia's online media environment as part of the growth of digital news platforms in the country. Research on online newspapers in Zambia has examined how publications such as Lusaka Times contribute to news access and audience engagement through internet-based journalism.[3]
Role in Zambian media
Lusaka Times is part of Zambia's expanding private online media sector. Studies of Zambian media have examined the role of privately operated publications in providing alternative sources of news and information alongside traditional print and broadcast outlets.[4]
The publication has also been listed among Zambian media outlets in media directories and profiles documenting the country's journalism landscape.[5]