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Iran launches missile attack on Israel amid rising tensions

Iran has reportedly launched a missile attack on Israel, according to the Israeli military. This announcement from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) follows ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaOctober 1, 20240

Economy

World Bank warns Zambia of tax inefficiencies, calls for expansion of tax base

Zambia’s tax efficiency is being undermined by a generous incentive regime and ongoing tax administration challenges, according to World Bank’s latest report. In ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaOctober 1, 20240

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Inflation hits 15.6%, Judges suspended, Kwacha among worst-performing currencies. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week. 1. In a candid acknowledgment of the challenges faced ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaSeptember 28, 20240

Economy

Zambia faces K0.6 billion trade deficit, as inflation hits 15.6%

Zambia’s annual inflation rate surged to 15.6 percent in September 2024, driven by rising food prices, according to the Zambia Statistical Agency (ZamStats). ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaSeptember 26, 20240

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Court orders asset forfeiture for Lungu’s daughter, Tasila; BoZ takes aim at e-money fees. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week. 1. The Economic and Financial Crimes Court has ordered ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaSeptember 21, 20240

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Civil society worries over Zambia’s future, as key energy deals aim to brighten hopes. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week. 1. The New Heritage Party (NHP) has urged President ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaSeptember 7, 20240

Power and Politics

UPND members get K10.2 million in court settlements, as inflation soars to 15.5%. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week: 1. United Nations experts, under its Human Rights Council, ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaAugust 31, 20240

Economy

Inflation edges up to 15.5% in Zambia, as country records K1.38 billion trade surplus

Zambia’s annual inflation rate has surged to 15.5 percent in August 2024 due to price movements of food items. This is as the ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaAugust 29, 20240

Economy

Afreximbank sees 24.5% boost in net interest income for H1 2024 amid expanded loan portfolio

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has reported a 24.5 percent increase in net interest income, reaching US$826.2 million for the first half of ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaAugust 21, 20240

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Zambia, DRC border posts bounce back to business, Near total blackout from Sept 1. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week: 1. Zambia has decided to reopen its borders with ...

By Maimbolwa MulikelelaAugust 17, 20240

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