Economy
Post-election reviews reportedly show stable investor confidence, as Zambia bonds attract more attention
Zambia’s government bonds are reportedly becoming more attractive to investors as shown in post-election reviews, with expectations of continued fiscal consolidation and political ...
Economy
Social programmes reportedly under strain as group highlights K26.3bn supplementary budget pressure
The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction has warned that Zambia’s 2026 national budget was under clear strain, with funding for social and development ...
Economy
Group warns against post-election ‘reward budget’
The Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) has cautioned government against using the 2027 National Budget as a “reward budget”, warning that ...
Economy
Kwacha slips as copper squeeze eases
The Zambian Kwacha weakened slightly against the United States dollar on Wednesday as demand for hard currency outpaced available supply, while signs of ...
Economy
Group urges policy consistency after Hichilema re-election
The Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI) has called for policy consistency, predictability and stronger public-private sector collaboration as Zambia enters a ...
Economy
Zambia’s mainstay, copper, surges as supply tightens
Copper prices have gained more than 13 percent this year as a short-term supply squeeze on the London Metal Exchange (LME) continues to ...
Economy
Reserve cut may boost private sector lending —Haabazoka
The Bank of Zambia’s decision to reduce the statutory reserve ratio on Kwacha deposits could increase liquidity in the financial system and support ...
Economy
Food Reserve Agency says over 28,000 metric tonnes of Maize purchased in Northern Province
The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has reportedly purchased 28,495 metric tonnes of maize in Northern Province, equivalent to approximately 569,900 50-kilogramme bags, as ...
Economy
Weather department issues alert for cold, windy conditions across Zambia
The Zambia Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert warning of strong winds and a drop in temperatures across most parts of the ...
Economy
Kwacha gains as copper prices surge above $14,000
The Zambian Kwacha strengthened against the United States dollar on Friday, supported by improved foreign currency inflows, although the local currency could face ...
