Economy
Stanbic Bank, ZNS explore strategic partnership for national development
Stanbic Bank Zambia has expressed interest in partnering with the Zambia National Service (ZNS) to drive national development and enhance the financial well-being ...
Economy
Zambia’s inflation rate steady at 16.7%, as trade deficit hits K3.3 billion
Zambia’s annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 16.7 percent in January 2025, while the country recorded a trade deficit of K3.3 billion in ...
Economy
World Bank report identifies Zambia, DRC among countries hardest hit by decline in energy, metal prices in 2024
Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) were among the countries hardest hit by the decline in energy and metal prices in ...
Economy
Govt kicks off 2024/2025 distribution of fertilizers, maize seeds in Chienge district, targets 1,375 farmers
The Zambian government has launched the 2024/2025 rainfed Food Security Pack distribution programme in Chienge District, Luapula Province, aiming to benefit 1,375 farmers. ...
Economy
PSDA chair, Dodia, questions effectiveness of export proceeds tracking framework amid Kwacha’s steady decline
Yusuf Dodia, Chairperson of the Private Sector Development Association (PSDA), has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the Export Proceeds Tracking Framework, questioning ...
Economy
Kamfinsa lawmaker, Kang’ombe, calls for ZESCO to explore electricity bonds to address power shortages
Kamfinsa Member of Parliament, Christopher Kang’ombe, has urged ZESCO to issue an electricity bond as part of a comprehensive strategy to tackle the ...
Economy
Embassy official, Eterno, reaffirms US support for Lobito corridor development under Trump administration
The U.S. government has reaffirmed its ongoing support for the Lobito Corridor in Angola, with continued investments despite the transition to the administration ...
Economy
Canada reportedly funds CA$9.7 million trade initiative for Zambia, DRC, Mozambique
Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Mozambique will reportedly benefit from a CA$9.7 million trade initiative funded by Global Affairs Canada. ...
Economy
Matero constituency reportedly secures K17.6 million for 2025 CDF community projects
The government has approved the disbursement of K17,621,957.95 for the implementation of community projects under the 2025 Constituency Development Fund (CDF) for Matero ...
Economy
30 African nations commit to energy reforms as world bank, AfDB pledge billions
Thirty African Heads of State and governments have pledged to expand access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity as part of the Dar ...
