Economy
Govt says Kafue River pollution contained, Sino Metals to be held accountable for long-term clean up measures
The government has announced that the acidic pollution in the Kafue River has been contained, with PH levels now within acceptable limits. The ...
Economy
Govt seeks more World Bank support to diversify Zambia’s energy mix, boost food production
The Zambian government has urged the World Bank to scale up its support in energy and agriculture, particularly to diversify the country’s energy ...
Economy
Zambia secures $1.17 million grant from Japan to boost operations of geological survey department
Zambia and Japan have officially signed a US$1.17 million grant to procure critical mining equipment for the Geological Survey Department under the Ministry ...
Economy
Road agency appoints independent engineering consultant to enhance monitoring, evaluation of Lusaka-Ndola road project
The Road Development Agency (RDA) has appointed an independent engineer for the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway project to provide unbiased opinions and mitigate technical ...
Economy
Copper prices climb 1.4% to hit $9,662.50, as weaker dollar forces commodity prices down for global buyers
Copper prices rose on Wednesday as a weaker U.S. dollar made commodities cheaper for global buyers, though concerns over tariffs and economic growth ...
Economy
Chipangali Council chair, Nkhoma, rejects tobacco control bill, says it creates livelihood for over 500,000 people (video)
Chipangali Council Chairperson, Maxson Nkhoma, has rejected the proposed Tobacco Control Bill of 2025, warning that it could negatively impact farmers and the ...
Economy
Minister Milupi hails World Bank, IMF for advancing Zambia’s debt relief, returning investor confidence
Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development Minister Charles Milupi has commended the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for their crucial role ...
Economy
Indeni Energy seeks $250 million to fully become operational
The Zambian government has announced that Indeni Energy requires approximately US$250 million to become fully operational, with US$100 million needed for working capital ...
Economy
Cabinet approves bill to enhance Zambia’s cross-border transactions, trade processes
Cabinet at the fifth meeting held on March 10, 2025 approved a number of bills, among them targeted at enhancing Zambia’s cross-border transactions ...
Economy
Standards authority warns of safety risks from non-compliant electrical products
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has raised concerns over the widespread presence of non-compliant electrical products on the market, warning that items ...
