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Economy

Zambia strengthens measurement systems to boost industrialization drive

Government has reaffirmed that Zambia’s industrialisation drive would only succeed if supported by credible measurement systems, quality assurance mechanisms and effective regulatory standards. ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 20, 20260

Economy

Zambian currency holds ground in calm trading session

The Zambian Kwacha remained largely stable against the United States dollar during Monday’s trading session, supported by strong market activity and balanced foreign ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 20, 20260

12 days after being trapped underground, five Mumbwa miners retrieved alive

Five small-scale miners who had been trapped underground for 12 days at Matala Gold Mine in Mumbwa District have been successfully rescued alive, ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 20, 20260

Mining & Energy

ZDA, ZPEC sign deal for US$500 million Ndola Oil Refinery

The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and Zambia Petrochemical Energy Company Limited (ZPEC) have signed an Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (IPPA) for the ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 19, 20260

Zambia attracts fresh uranium investment as Australian firm acquires significant interest in Sitwe project

Australian mining company, Atomic Eagle Limited, has strengthened its position in Zambia’s growing uranium sector after signing a binding option agreement to acquire ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 19, 20260

Economy

EU targets trade, energy growth in COMESA

The European Union (EU) has unveiled renewed plans to support infrastructure development and regional trade integration in COMESA, highlighting the Lobito Corridor as ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 19, 20260

International

Kenya hit by protests, transport strike over fuel price hikes

Protests erupted across several towns in Kenya on Monday following sharp increases in fuel prices linked to the ongoing Iran war, with a ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 18, 20260

Metro

Hypertension a silent killer, doctor warns, as global community celebrates World Hypertension Day

Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital Senior Resident Officer, Dr Christabel Namukonda, has urged Zambians to prioritise regular blood pressure screening, warning that hypertension ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 18, 20260

Economy

Lusaka Securities Exchange remains positive despite April market dip

Lusaka Securities Exchange recorded mixed market performance in April, with trading activity slowing despite positive year-to-date gains on the local bourse. The Lusaka ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 18, 20260

Economy

Kwacha maintains position against United States dollar

The Zambian kwacha traded largely unchanged against the United States dollar on Friday as foreign currency demand and supply remained balanced on the ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 18, 20260

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