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Zambia, Malawi launch NeoShield programme to cut newborn deaths

Zambia and Malawi have launched the NeoShield Programme, a multi-country implementation research initiative aimed at reducing newborn deaths in both countries. The programme ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 13, 20260

Economy

Macron announces €23 billion investment package for Africa at Nairobi Summit

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced €23 billion in investment commitments for Africa at the close of the “Inspire and Connect” Business Forum, ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 13, 20260

Economy

Zambia outlines investment pitch to Spanish businesses, seeks financing for key sectors

Zambia has outlined its investment pitch to Spanish businesses, calling for improved development financing access in agriculture, energy, and infrastructure. The country undertook ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 13, 20260

Power and Politics

Former Kasenengwa lawmaker, Banda, warns Public Gathering Bill threatens civic space

Former Kasenengwa Lawmaker Sensio Banda has warned that the Public Gathering Bill in its current state will threaten civic space in the country ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 13, 20260

Power and Politics

Africa-France Summit opens in Nairobi with call to end aid dependency

A high-level summit has opened in Nairobi, Kenya with a call for Africa and France to forge a forward-looking partnership rooted in sovereign ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 12, 20260

International

South Africa’s Ramaphosa refuses to step down after impeachment call

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says he will legally challenge a report that has paved the way for parliament to consider impeachment proceedings ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 12, 20260

Economy

Chisanga says Zambia’s trade bloc membership expands market reach but industrial gaps remain

Economist Kelvin Chisanga says Zambia’s participation in regional trade blocs has improved market access, export growth, and regional trade integration across Africa. Chisanga ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 12, 20260

Church group flags code violations, as voter education activities drop ahead of 2026 elections

The Christian Churches Monitoring Group (CCMG) has reported rising political mobilisation, electoral code violations, and a sharp decline in voter education activities ahead ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 12, 20260

Metro

NHIMA assures members of uninterrupted healthcare after reports of service withdrawal by private facilities

The National Health Insurance Management Authority has assured its members of continued access to healthcare services following Carepeak Specialist Clinic’s notice to withdraw ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 12, 20260

Power and Politics

Loveness Mayaka ratified as Clerk of National Assembly

The National Assembly has ratified the Presidential appointment of Loveness Maambo Mayaka as Clerk of the National Assembly of Zambia. The Parliamentary Select ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMay 12, 20260

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