Economy
Tax authority, ZRA, waives penalties after system outage disrupts services
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) says it will waive penalties and interest incurred by taxpayers following a technical outage that disrupted its tax ...
Economy
Govt releases K14.5 billion in February to fund wages, debt service, social programmes
Zambia released K14.5 billion in February 2026 to support public service delivery, finance social protection and agricultural programmes, meet debt obligations and continue ...
Economy
Zambia secures $277 million debt restructuring deal with UK, payments extended to 2043
Zambia has successfully concluded debt restructuring negotiations with the United Kingdom amounting to US$277 million, with repayments now scheduled until 2043. Finance and ...
Economy
IMF cuts Zambia’s 2025 growth forecast to 4.5% amid mining, energy challenges
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded Zambia’s growth prospects to 4.5 percent, citing domestic challenges and heightened global economic uncertainty. An IMF ...
Economy
Kwacha weakens for fourth straight session against US dollar
The Zambian Kwacha remained under pressure on Thursday, extending its losses for a fourth consecutive trading session against the United States dollar. According ...
Economy
Local motor vehicle inspection company, AAA, obtains Kenyan accreditation
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) says the attainment of ISO 17020 international accreditation by Africa Automotive Analysis (AAA) is a major step ...
Economy
Zambia to host African biosphere reserves assembly in Livingstone
Zambia has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science, technology and innovation in support of environmental sustainability and inclusive development as the country prepares ...
Economy
Lusaka business expo set to highlight local value chains across various sectors
The Lusaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has highlighted the need to harness local value chains across various sectors, citing numerous investment ...
Economy
ZANACO rolls out mobile money on POS, enables cash-out services on ATMs
ZANACO has rolled out mobile money payments on its Point of Sale (POS) machines and enabled cash-out services on all its ATMs across ...
Economy
Traders push for urgent passage of tobacco control bill
The Zambia National Marketeers Credit Association (ZANAMACA) has intensified calls for the swift enactment of the Tobacco Control Bill, urging the government to ...
