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Economy

Melu sees growth opportunity in copper, advises caution on market fluctuations

Absa Bank Zambia Managing Director, Mizinga Melu, says Zambia’s economy is showing signs of resilience and promise, buoyed by an expected mining boom. ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 10, 20250

Metro

23-year-old Chama resident killed by buffalo as human-wildlife conflict persists

A 23-year-old man has died after being attacked by a buffalo in Chama District, Muchinga Province, amid ongoing human-animal conflicts in the region. ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 9, 20250

Economy

Mines Minister, Kabuswe, urges mining firms to build local capacity, ensure quality, promote fair pricing

Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Paul Kabuswe, has urged NFC Africa Mining Plc (NFCA) to prioritise local procurement and streamline its supplier registration ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 9, 20250

Energy

62 arrested in Chingola after violent protests, as illegal miners reportedly claim hunger as reason for looting shops

Police have confirmed the arrest of 62 illegal miners who participated in violent protests demanding access to a copper dump pit in Chingola’s ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 4, 20250

Metro

Just In! Illegal miners protest in Chingola, demand access to mine site

Police in Chingola are struggling to contain a violent protest in Chiwempala township, where illegal miners are demanding access to mining sites where ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 3, 20250

Power and Politics

State House distances self from contractors allegedly peddling names of govt officials to secure mining contracts

Jito Kaumba, President Hakainde Hichilema’s Trade and Investment Special Advisor, has cautioned against using State House’s name to secure mining supply contracts. Speaking ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 3, 20250

Power and Politics

PF factional leader, Sampa, reportedly expels five lawmakers from party, as internal conflict deepens

Patriotic Front (PF) factional leader, Miles Sampa, has reportedly expelled five Members of Parliament (MPs) and two other officials from the party for ...

By Kenneth LutenaApril 1, 20250