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Zambia unveils new guide highlighting critical minerals potential

Zambia has launched a ground-breaking guide showcasing its vast potential in critical minerals, positioning the country as a future powerhouse in the global ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 9, 20250

Economy

Govt urges traditional leaders to balance community interests with mining investment

The Zambian government has urged traditional leaders to strike a balance between safeguarding community interests and creating a conducive environment for mining investment. ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 9, 20250

Burial place of late Lungu remains disputed, as concerns mount over purchase of voter biometric equipment. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. Hopes of burying Zambia’s Sixth Republican President Edgar ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 9, 20250

Economy

Bank of Zambia moves to seal loopholes in export proceeds tracking

The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) is intensifying efforts to close gaps in the implementation of the Export Proceeds Tracking Framework (EPTF), to ensure ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 9, 20250

Economy

Zambia eyes petroleum breakthrough as Minister Kabuswe calls for strategic reforms, DRC partnership

Zambia has promising geological indicators for petroleum reserves, but unlocking the sector’s potential will require strategic reforms and enhanced regional cooperation, says Mines ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 8, 20250

Economy

Firm commissions advanced fertiliser plant to support climate-smart agriculture in Zambia

Nitrogen Chemicals of Zambia (NCZ) has commissioned a new fertiliser blending and granulating plant aimed at supporting climate-resilient agriculture and improving fertiliser supply ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 8, 20250

Economy

Zambian eurobond reportedly slumps as IMF flags weaker debt-carrying capacity

Zambian Eurobonds, particularly the 2053 maturity, saw a sharp decline on Wednesday following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) latest review, which flagged the ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 8, 20250

Economy

Bank of Zambia expands gold purchase programme to small-scale miners, renews Kansanshi deal

The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has announced plans to expand its domestic gold purchase programme to include artisanal and small-scale miners, in a ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 8, 20250

Economy

ZRA intensifies national campaign to make Smart Invoicing mandatory for all filling stations

The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has intensified a nationwide campaign to onboard all fuel service stations onto its Smart Invoicing platform, making the ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 6, 20250

Economy

Zambia pledges stronger role in UN landlocked nations group, eyes transport hub status

Transport and Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, has reaffirmed Zambia’s commitment to the United Nations Group of Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), highlighting the country’s ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 6, 20250

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