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Economy

Stanbic Bank optimistic about Zambia’s mining outlook amid rising copper production

Stanbic Bank says Zambia’s mining prospects look promising, driven by increased copper production and sustained investments in the sector. In a statement released ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

Metro

Over 5,000 children to benefit from anti-child marriage initiative in Northern Province, says Mpundu

More than 5,000 children in Mbala and Mpulungu districts of Northern Province are set to benefit from a new project aimed at combating ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

Three church bodies partner to tackle challenges hindering Zambia’s move to deepen democracy

The Council of Churches in Zambia (CCZ), the Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia (EFZ), and the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) have signed ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

Tech

Techbyte: Perplexed AI offers US government 50% stake in revised TickTok merger proposal (CNBC)

Perplexity AI has modified its proposal to merge with TikTok’s US division, granting the US government the option to acquire a 50 per ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

Economy

Minister, Milupi, directs RDA board to prioritise debt resolution, road connectivity projects, uphold integrity

Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development Minister Charles Milupi has directed the newly inducted Road Development Agency (RDA) Board to prioritize dismantling road sector ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

Tech

Techbytes: Nigeria’s GO54 formerly WhoGoHost acquired by South African HostAFRICA (TechPoint)

Nigerian web hosting company GO54 formerly known as WhoGoHost has been acquired by South African HOSTAFRICA. The acquisition, announced on January 14, 2025, ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

‘I am alive.’ President Hichilema debunks health rumours, departs for Tanzania energy summit

President Hakainde Hichilema has dismissed rumours surrounding his health, making a public appearance on Monday before departing for Tanzania to attend the Mission ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 27, 20250

Power and Politics

Detention of ex-PF deputy secretary-general, Phiri, a deliberate act by govt to silence opposition —New Heritage Party

The New Heritage Party has said the detention of former Patriotic Front (PF) Deputy Secretary-General, Mumbi Phiri, was a deliberate effort to humiliate, ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 25, 20250

Power and Politics

HRC records 2,200 human rights complaints in 2024, 77% traced to state actors

The Human Rights Commission (HRC) has reportedly received 2,200 complaints of human rights violations and abuses in 2024, with 1,700 cases (77 percent) ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 25, 20250

Economy

Govt embarks on K500 billion dam construction project to boost water management

The Zambian government has announced plans to construct 60 dams at an estimated cost of K500 billion to improve rainwater harvesting and enhance ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJanuary 25, 20250

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