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Economy

Uncertainties? Civil Society questions Zambia’s next steps as IMF programme nears end

As Zambia’s three-year programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) nears its conclusion in 2025, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have voiced concerns about ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 3, 20240

Economy

Millers reject blame for aflatoxins in mealie meal brands, say Agric minister hasty in his remarks

The Millers Association of Zambia has pushed back against government accusations that millers were responsible for the presence of aflatoxins in some mealie ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 1, 20240

ZM Index

Kwacha maintains stability against dollar, minor losses anticipated

The Zambian Kwacha maintained a tight range in Thursday’s trading session as demand and supply for the United States dollar remained nearly balanced. ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 30, 20240

Metro

Solicitor General advocates for harmonisation of military, civil justice systems

Solicitor-General, Marshal Muchende, has called for the harmonisation of military and civil justice systems to prevent conflicts and ensure effective legal frameworks. Speaking ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 30, 20240

International

Africa’s stance on LGBTQ+ rights rooted in biblical teachings, not culture, says Archbishop

CAMEROON – A leading African archbishop has dismissed claims that cultural factors were the primary reason behind Africa’s rejection of LGBTQ+ rights and ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 29, 20240

Economy

Zambia, India partner to boost agricultural development

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the India Zambia Business Council (IZBC) and the Natural Resources Development College (NRDC) to ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 29, 20240

Economy

Chama lawmaker urges govt to open rice sales depots to aid farmers with unsold stocks

Chama North Member of Parliament, Yotam Mtayachalo, has urged the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) to open rice sales depots in the area to ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 29, 20240

International

Denmark set to realign diplomatic strategy in Africa, closes embassies in Mali, Burkina Faso

Denmark has announced plans to close its embassies in Mali and Burkina Faso as part of a broader realignment of its diplomatic strategy ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 27, 20240

Economy

Bank of Zambia governor says economy stable, but energy, cybersecurity require action

The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has assured that the country’s economy remains relatively stable compared to other nations, despite ongoing global pressures. Central ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 27, 20240

Economy

Congolese drivers suspected in Copper cathodes heist worth K16.8 million, trucks found abandoned in Chililabombwe

Approximately 37 bundles of copper cathodes, valued at K16.8 million, have been stolen in Chililabombwe. The drivers of the trucks transporting the copper ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 27, 20240

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