Economy
Zambia records leap in electricity access rate, targets 1,000MW of new solar power by 2025
Zambia’s national electricity access rate has increased from 34 percent to 54 percent, with rural access rising from 8 percent to 34 percent ...
Economy
ZEMA reportedly approves 112 Environmental Impact Assessment Reports, projects valued at $700 million
The Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) has reportedly approved 112 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Reports for developmental projects valued at an investment cost ...
Economy
ZCSA set to enforce solar product standards amid market expansion
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) says it added solar energy products to its list of regulated items, with enforcement of the new ...
Economy
Minister Tayali highlights logistics reforms to boost agricultural trade, exports
Transport and Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, has outlined a series of strategic initiatives by his ministry aimed at supporting Zambia’s ambitions to generate ...
Economy
FQM moves to enhance transparency, inclusivity in procurement processes
First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has reportedly launched a new Expression of Interest (EOI) portal designed to enhance transparency and inclusivity in its procurement ...
Economy
Financial Intelligence Centre reportedly uncovers international syndicate allegedly involved in illegal Mopani log trade
The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) has revealed a suspected international wildlife trafficking syndicate involving both Zambians and foreign nationals allegedly collaborating to illegally ...
Economy
Zambian manufacturers protest renewal of emergency power tariffs, enforcement of Rating Act
The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has expressed worry over the recent renewal of emergency electricity tariffs, describing the move as unsettling and ...
Economy
World Bank approves $200 million grant to expand energy access in Zambia
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved a US$200 million grant under the International Development Association (IDA) to support the 13th ...
Economy
Professor Mulenga, others call for establishment of environmental court in Zambia
Renowned Zambian environmental law consultant, Professor Chipasha Mulenga, has called for the establishment of a specialised environmental court to address the growing ecological ...
Economy
Zambian manufacturers blame illicit trade, tax policy shifts as key constraints to industrial growth
The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has highlighted a range of structural constraints limiting the country’s industrial growth, with illicit trade—particularly in tobacco, ...
