Economy
Zambia, France sign bilateral debt restructuring agreement under G20 framework
Zambia and France have reportedly signed a landmark bilateral agreement on debt restructuring, marking a significant step in implementing recommendations outlined in the ...
Economy
Zambia loses 300MW of power imports from Mozambique, ZESCO restores load-shedding to below seven hours
Zambia has lost 300 megawatts of power imports from Mozambique following the shutdown of power plants in the neighboring country, according to ZESCO. ...
Economy
Survey by UNZA institute reveals 51% respondents unable to identify CDF-funded projects in their constituencies
An Afrobarometer survey has revealed widespread concerns among Zambians about the distribution and implementation of projects under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). The ...
Economy
Reopening of Mulungushi Textiles after 17 years will spur Zambia’s industrial revival —ZACCI
Government’s plan to reopen Mulungushi Textiles in the first quarter of 2025 represents a step toward economic diversification, reducing the country’s reliance on ...
Economy
Zambia’s local products in chain stores rise from 42% to 68% in three years, govt claims (video)
The Zambian government has announced a significant increase in the number of local products placed in chain stores, rising from 42 percent in ...
Economy
How to address climate change’s vicious circles in Southern Africa, by Tanja Lubbers
Hivos’ Executive Board has asked me to briefly reprise my role as regional director in Southern Africa as we are rethinking our work ...
Economy
ERB calls for stronger synergy with media to address energy challenges
Energy Regulation Board (ERB) Director of Corporate and Consumer Affairs, Mwiika Malindima, has stated the media’s critical role in helping Zambia navigate its ...
Economy
Zambia to experience high temperature, reduced rainfall until December 12
Zambia is expected to experience high temperatures ranging from 36 to 43 degrees centigrade, coupled with reduced rainfall in most parts of Zambia ...
Economy
EU stresses need for financial, regulatory reforms in Africa’s aviation sector
The European Union (EU) has stated the importance of addressing the financial and institutional capacity challenges currently impeding the development of Africa’s aviation ...
Economy
ZESCO to retain diesel generators as backup power after energy crisis
Zambia’s power utility, ZESCO, has announced that diesel generators deployed during the power crisis will remain in use to ensure a stable power ...
