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Economy

Kwacha edges up 0.19% against dollar as Rand strengthens on Fed rate cut hopes

The Zambian Kwacha recorded slight gains against the United States dollar last Friday, according to Bloomberg data. Figures showed that the local currency ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 26, 20250

Lifestyle

Mapinda crooner, Bolokiyo, kicks off 2025 with energetic new single, ‘In’gambike’

Zambian rapper and lyricist, Bolokiyo, who first rose to prominence with his breakthrough hit “Mapinda”, has made a strong return with a new ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 26, 20250

International

Australian firm, West Wits, reportedly set to revive gold mining in South Africa

South Africa is reportedly set to open its first new underground gold mine in 15 years – an increasingly rare event for a ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 26, 20250

Economy

ZCGS, FNB seal K100 million partnership to boost MSME growth

The Zambia Credit Guarantee Scheme (ZCGS) and First National Bank (FNB) Zambia have reportedly signed a K100 million partnership aimed at unlocking growth ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 26, 20250

Tech

Techbytes: Meta strikes deal with Midjourney to boost AI image, video capabilities (The International News)

Meta has announced a licensing partnership with generative AI service Midjourney, marking a significant step in strengthening its artificial intelligence capabilities. Midjourney, known ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 26, 20250

Economy

Bank of Zambia reassures public on new banknotes, urges vigilance against counterfeits

The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has called on members of the public to remain vigilant in checking for security features on the recently ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 26, 20250

Economy

Again, standards agency warns against illegal trade in used undergarments

The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has warned importers, suppliers and traders against the illegal importation and sale of used undergarments and nightwear, ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 24, 20250

Lifestyle

Chile One unveils ‘Eagle One’ album in style

Zambian music star Obed Chileshe, popularly known as Chile One, successfully launched his highly anticipated album, Eagle One, on Friday night at the ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 23, 20250

Economy

Ex-MP, Banda, blames systemic policy failures for Zambia’s fuel crises

Former Kasenengwa Member of Parliament, Sensio Banda, has faulted systemic policy failures for Zambia’s recurring fuel shortages, dismissing government explanations that recent disruptions ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 23, 20250

FQM’s $1.25 billion Kansanshi S3 expansion project commissioned, Lungu’s burial still in Limbo. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. President Hakainde Hichilema has commissioned First Quantum Minerals ...

By Bumba MulengaAugust 23, 20250

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