Economy
Zambia tightens lending rules under new banking, financial services act; Offenders face 30 years jail term
Lenders in Zambia will now be required to fully disclose all interest rates and charges, remove hidden fees, and comply with fair debt ...
Economy
Zambia pushes water security as economic growth driver
Zambia has hosted a high-level engagement for finance ministers in Washington D.C., urging countries to treat water and sanitation as core economic priorities ...
Economy
Sub-Saharan Africa sinking into mounting fiscal pressure from Gulf crisis, IMF warns
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that spillover effects from the Iran conflict were pushing more governments to seek financial support, as ...
Economy
Rights group files case against Zambia over alleged lead poisoning of children in Kabwe
The Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA), together with affected families, has filed a complaint before the African Committee of ...
Economy
Mulungushi Textiles returns to active production, as President Hichilema reiterates development agenda
President Hakainde Hichilema has officially re-opened the Zambia–China Mulungushi Textiles in Kabwe District, calling on citizens to ignore misinformation and remain committed to ...
Economy
Zambian Kwacha firms slightly on copper price rebound, risks persist
The Zambian kwacha posted marginal gains against the United States dollar, supported by a recovery in global copper prices, although analysts warn that ...
Economy
Council claims rise in Zambia contractor registrations, says foreign firms still dominate project value
Zambia’s construction sector is witnessing a strong rise in contractor registrations amid tighter regulatory oversight, though significant disparities in project allocation persist, the ...
Economy
Ecobank Zambia, private schools partner to roll out education financing solutions
Ecobank Zambia has partnered with the Private Schools and Colleges Association to provide tailored financial solutions aimed at improving operations and supporting growth ...
Economy
Zambia reportedly secures $1.5 billion energy sector investment from Chinese firm
Zambia has reportedly secured a landmark US$1.5 billion investment in the energy sector following successful engagements by the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and ...
Economy
Govt, cooperative society sign pact to transform, boost livestock production
Government has signed an agreement with the Livestock Services Cooperative Society (LSCS) aimed at transforming livestock production and strengthening animal health systems across ...
