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Economy

Zambia Metrology Agency to go after petroleum transporters, OMCs without compliance certificates

The Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA) has issued a stern warning to petroleum transporters and oil marketing companies, declaring that only fully compliant tanker ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 15, 20260

Metro

Govt blames Lusaka, Kafue water disruptions on power outages caused by heavy rains

The government has attributed recent water supply interruptions in parts of Lusaka and Kafue districts to power outages triggered by heavy rains that ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 15, 20260

International

Uganda votes under tension as internet goes dark, security forces flood streets

Uganda was gripped by fear and uncertainty on Thursday as polls opened in a highly charged general election expected to extend President Yoweri ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 15, 20260

Economy

Kwacha sheds value marginally after 18-day winning streak

The Zambian kwacha on Tuesday fell for the first time in 18 trading sessions against the United States dollar, halting a remarkable rally ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 15, 20260

Economy

Bank of Zambia warns old banknotes will become unusable after March 31

The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has issued a stern warning to the public that old banknotes will cease to be legal tender and ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

Economy

PPDF opens 2026 Technical Working Group meetings, invites reform proposals

The Public Private Dialogue Forum (PPDF) says it has commenced its 2026 Technical Working Group (TWG) meetings, which are expected to bring together ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

Mining & Energy

Govt dismisses claims Zambia’s mining sector in state of decline

Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Paul Kabuswe, says Zambia’s mining sector has staged a strong recovery, disproving claims that the industry was in ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

Sports

Carrick agrees interim manager role at Manchester United after sack of Amorim

Michael Carrick has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Manchester United to take over as interim head coach until the end of the ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

International

Niger reportedly revokes licences of transporters refusing fuel deliveries to Mali

Niger has reportedly revoked the licences of dozens of transport operators and drivers after they refused to deliver fuel to neighbouring Mali, citing ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

Economy

Govt begs businesses to lower prices as Zambia’s currency strengthens

The government has called on businesses across the country to adjust prices downward in line with the continued appreciation of the Zambian Kwacha ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

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