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Voting begins in Chad as opposition calls for boycott

Voting has commenced in Chad’s general elections, framed by President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno as a significant step toward democracy. However, opposition parties ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 29, 20240

Economy

Finance ministry admits inequality as a major concern though economy on growth trajectory

The Ministry of Finance and National Planning has acknowledged progress in implementing Zambia’s development policies but emphasized the need for greater inclusivity to ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 29, 20240

Metro

Fertility rates drop as health survey reveals significant trends in Zambia

The 2024 Zambia Demographic and Health Survey (ZDHS) has revealed a significant decline in fertility rates across the country, marking a major demographic ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 29, 20240

International

Mozambicans reportedly flee to neighbouring Malawi amid post-election unrests

Maputo – More than 2,000 Mozambican families have sought refuge in Malawi this week, Malawian authorities said, as dozens of people were reported ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 29, 20240

Sports

Zambia’s junior hockey teams shine at Malaysia championship

Zambia’s junior hockey teams delivered outstanding performances at the AirAsia Dare to Dream Hockey5s Championship in Malaysia, showcasing the nation’s growing talent in ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 27, 20240

Economy

Report reveals 66% of rural Zambia households without access to electricity

The government has raised concerns about the low levels of electricity access in Zambia’s rural areas, with a new report revealing that 66 ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 27, 20240

Tech

Techbytes: Kenyan fintech Leja handles $2 billion in transactions this year (Techmoonshot)

Kenyan fintech startup, Leja, has achieved a major milestone, processing US$2 billion in B2B payments in 2024, less than a year after launching ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 27, 20240

Economy

Zambia strikes additional health care support, debt restructuring deals with Saudi Arabia

Zambia has struck two significant agreements with Saudi Arabia: an additional loan for the King Salman Hospital project and a bilateral debt restructuring ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 26, 20240

Economy

Lusaka Stock Exchange optimistic about economic growth in 2025, urges businesses to leverage equity financing

The Lusaka Stock Exchange (LuSE) has expressed optimism about Zambia’s economic outlook in 2025, projecting that current macroeconomic challenges will subside, creating opportunities ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 26, 20240

International

Kenya ends 2024 as Africa’s second-highest IMF borrower, with $3.02 billion debt

Kenya has emerged as one of Africa’s top borrowers from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2024, ranking second with a debt of ...

By Bumba MulengaDecember 26, 20240

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