Economy
Musokotwane stresses debt discipline as climate change threatens economic gains
Zambia will prioritise debt sustainability, domestic revenue mobilisation and prudent management of public resources to protect essential services and support economic growth, Finance ...
Economy
Zambia seeks more British investments in carbon markets
Zambia has called on British investors to increase their participation in the country’s carbon credit markets, saying the sector could unlock climate finance ...
Economy
Tobacco firms use covert tactics to influence policy in Africa, journalists told
Tobacco companies are increasingly using flavoured nicotine products, corporate social responsibility projects, conservation partnerships and rebranded non-profit organisations to build legitimacy and influence ...
Economy
Zambia economy grows 5.4% in 2025, September inflation eases to 6.1%
Zambia’s economy grew by 5.4% in 2025, accelerating from 3.8% in 2024, while annual inflation eased slightly to 6.1% in September 2026, the ...
Economy
Zambia, Norway discuss carbon-credit deal to support stable IPP power tariffs
Zambia has started negotiations with Norway on a carbon-credit deal aimed at using proceeds from international carbon markets to buffer independent power producers ...
Economy
Zambian Kwacha extends gains for fourth session on month-end dollar supply
The Zambian Kwacha extended gains against the U.S. dollar for a fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, supported by increased foreign currency supply ahead ...
Economy
Green projects receive boost as sustainability bond launched
ZANACO has reportedly launched a US$100 million medium-term note programme and plans to issue an inaugural US$50 million sustainability bond. The programme, it ...
Economy
Zambia says RMB payment system can cut trade costs, deepen China investment
Zambia’s Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry said on Wednesday that a new Renminbi payment system could reduce the cost and complexity of ...
Economy
Media holds ace in selling Zambia to the world — Access Bank Zambia MD
The media has a critical role to play in positioning Zambia as a preferred investment and business destination by telling the country’s economic ...
Economy
FAO launches $500,000 project to transform Zambia food systems
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a US$500,000 two-year project aimed at transforming Zambia’s food systems, improving ...
