Economy
Copperbelt Energy’s $200 million green bond reportedly draws strong investor interest
Copperbelt Energy Corporation PLC’s (CEC) US$200 million Green Bond has reportedly attracted strong interest from both local and international investors, earning the title ...
Economy
Govt expands support for artisanal, small-scale miners, grants 680 mining rights in 2024
The Zambian government has reported significant progress in supporting artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM), granting 680 new mining rights in 2024. Minister of ...
Economy
Zambian govt claims 90 percent of $13.34 billion debts restructured
Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has claimed that the Zambian government has restructured 90 percent of its US$13.34 billion debt. Musokotwane ...
Economy
Africa on the verge of solar boom as Zambia doubles capacity —Report
Africa’s solar power sector is on the brink of significant expansion, with solar installations expected to reach 23 gigawatts (GW) by 2028, according ...
Economy
Algeria races against time to deliver IATF2025, as minister Boukhari acknowledges gaps in preparations
With only six months remaining, Algeria faces mounting pressure to finalise preparations for the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025), Africa’s largest trade and ...
Economy
Govt assembles team to fix technical glitches on Zambia integrated mining information system
The government has set up a troubleshooting team to resolve technical challenges affecting the recently launched Zambia Integrated Mining Information System (ZIMIS), which ...
Economy
‘Think before you follow,’ Regulators warn against investment scams
Amid a surge in financial scams, the 2025 Financial Literacy Week has kicked off with a strong focus on educating individuals on scam ...
Economy
Stanbic Bank projects Zambia’s economy to grow by 5.8% in 2025, celebrates SMEs banking award
Stanbic Bank says Zambia’s economic growth is projected to accelerate to 5.8 percent, largely driven by expansions in agriculture, construction, mining, wholesale and ...
Economy
First Capital Bank Zambia wins best corporate banking app award, promises more innovations
First Capital Bank Zambia has been awarded Best Corporate Banking App Zambia 2025 by the Global Banking and Finance Review, in recognition of ...
Economy
Govt claims over 1,100 farmers have benefited from Zambia’s mechanization programme
The government has claimed that about 1,167 farmers have accessed mechanization services, reportedly marking a significant step in enhancing agricultural productivity and moving ...
