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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

Economy

ZANACO reportedly processes over K5 billion in Food Reserve Agency payments to farmers

ZANACO says it has processed payments amounting to more than K5 billion on behalf of the Food Reserve Agency (FRA), covering disbursements to ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 14, 20260

Lifestyle

Yo Maps wins best male artiste in Southern Africa at Lagos AFRIMA event

Zambian musician, Yo Maps, has won the Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa award at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 13, 20260

Sports

CAF investigates Algeria–Nigeria AFCON clash

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation and warned of possible disciplinary action following clashes involving players and officials at ...

By Bumba MulengaJanuary 12, 20260

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