Economy
Zambia secures $3.6 million climate data grant
The Ministry of Green Economy and Environment says Zambia has secured an investment phase grant of US$3,627,540 from the Systematic Observations Financing Facility. ...
Economy
Kwacha ends six-day losing streak
The Zambian Kwacha halted its six-day losing streak on Tuesday, according to market commentary from Access Bank Group. The commentary indicated that the ...
Economy
Debate over Tobacco Control Bill heightens as Haabazoka fears rise of illicit trade, loss of jobs
Economist, Lubinda Haabazoka, has warned that illicit cigarette trade will rise if Zambia’s proposed Tobacco Control Bill is enacted, saying the legislation risked ...
Economy
Zambia, Japan deepen economic ties as Lusaka Business Forum ends
Zambia and Japan have taken a significant step toward strengthening their economic partnership following the successful Zambia–Japan Business Forum held in Lusaka, which ...
Economy
Zambia Revenue Authority system glitches persist despite restoration claims
The system glitches on Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) platform appear not to have abated despite claims that the country’s tax and customs systems ...
Economy
Nigeria signs agreement to host 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair, targets $50 billion in deals
Nigeria has signed a hosting agreement for the fifth Intra-African Trade Fair 2027, taking over from Algeria, which held the 2025 edition that ...
Economy
Zambia seeks Vietnam’s expertise to boost smallholder farmers productivity
The Zambian government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling low productivity among smallholder farmers, a challenge officials say continues to constrain the agriculture ...
Economy
Zambia standards agency steps up support for women-led businesses
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) says it is promoting a fair and competitive environment to help women-led businesses produce safe, high-quality products ...
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 ...
