Economy
No respite as Energy Regulation Board extends ZESCO’S emergency tariff period to April
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has extended ZESCO’S Emergency Tariff period for another three months after effecting the same in November last year ...
Economy
China expands influence in critical minerals, report reveals
A new AidData report has shown that China has significantly increased its control over critical minerals essential for the global energy transition and ...
Economy
Catholic bishops in Zambia launch ‘unjust debts’ cancellation campaign, call for economic justice
The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has launched the Jubilee Debt Cancellation Campaign, advocating for the cancellation of unjust debts to achieve ...
Economy
Jesuit Centre reports slight drop in basic needs basket, urges govt to prioritize human dignity, social protection
The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) has reported a K32.90 decrease in the Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket (BNNB) for January 2025, ...
Economy
Copper prices decline 1.6 percent, set for worst week since November, 2024
Most base metals experienced a decline on Friday, with copper prices set for their worst week in two-and-a-half months. This decline followed continued ...
Economy
Fuel prices go up, petrol to sell at K34.98 per litre; diesel, K32.54 per litre in February 2025
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has slightly increased fuel pump prices for February 2025, citing a rise in global oil prices and the ...
Economy
Zambia’s Maimbo formally launches AfDB presidential bid, calls for bold leadership
Development Finance Expert, Dr. Samuel Maimbo, has formally announced his candidacy for President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), emphasizing the need for ...
Economy
Business Regulatory Review Agency withdraws Mazabuka cane levy following stakeholder concerns
The Business Regulatory Review Agency (BRRA) has withdrawn the approved Mazabuka Municipal Council Cane Levy of K25 per tonne with immediate effect, following ...
Economy
Switzerland reportedly ends development aid for Zambia, Bangladesh, Albania
Switzerland has reportedly decided to end its development aid programmes for Zambia, Bangladesh, and Albania due to budget cuts approved by its parliament. ...
Economy
Standards body destroys K47,000 worth of alleged unsafe electrical products in Lusaka (Video)
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has destroyed non-compliant electrical products, including plugs and extension cables, valued at K47,408.50 in Lusaka. ZCSA Public ...
