Economy
Zambia launches US$9m GEF-8 programme to restore Kafue Flats ecosystem
Zambia has launched the US$9 million Global Environment Facility GEF-8 programme aimed at restoring the Kafue Flats ecosystem, strengthening climate resilience, and improving ...
Economy
Ecobank Zambia reaffirms commitment to education, youth empowerment
Ecobank Zambia has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing education, professional development, empowering youth and strengthening industry academia collaborations. The bank hosted students from ...
Economy
Africa’s economic growth to slow slightly in 2026, AfDB report says
African economies are expected to grow by 4.2 percent in 2026, a slight decline from the projected 4.4 percent growth in 2025, according ...
Economy
Zambia’s inflation eases to 6.6% as trade surplus jumps to K3.5 billion
Zambia’s annual inflation rate has declined to 6.6 percent in May, down from 6.8 percent recorded in April, according to the latest figures ...
Economy
Group urges govt to invest in post-harvest management ahead of projected 4.9 million harvest
The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has urged the government to prioritise urgent investment in post-harvest management of various crops in the ...
Economy
Zambia bond prices soar on debt deal progress, IMF support
Zambia’s Eurobonds have recorded strong gains in the second quarter of 2026, driven by continued progress in debt restructuring and improving investor confidence ...
Economy
Musokotwane named Africa’s Finance Minister of the Year, pays tribute to Zambians
Former Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has won the Africa Finance Minister of the Year Award, with the recognition placing Zambia’s ...
Economy
Zambia backs ambitious IFAD14 push to boost agriculture, rural growth
The Zambian government has reaffirmed its strong support for the Fourteenth Replenishment of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD14), calling for increased ...
Economy
Copper prices surge as global demand boosts Zambia’s export earnings
Copper prices climbed by 15 percent in the first quarter of 2026, reaching a record high in January and remaining elevated through April, ...
Economy
ZCCM-IH, Wonderful Group partner in US$30 million lime and cement venture
ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has entered into a Joint Venture Agreement with Wonderful Group of Companies Limited to establish and operate an ...
