Economy
Young farmers call for youth-friendly credit facilities to unlock Zambia’s agric potential
The Young Emerging Farmers Initiative (YEFI) has urged government to develop youth-friendly credit facilities to address the persistent challenge of limited access to ...
Economy
Women engineers urged to drive sustainable development
Women engineers are making a profound impact not only within their professions but also in communities, education, mentorship, policy-making and innovation, says Zambia ...
Economy
World Bank approves $137 million TRALARD II project to boost climate resilience, forest conservation in Zambia
The World Bank is expanding support for Zambia’s watershed management and forest conservation, approving the second phase of the Transforming Landscapes for Resilience ...
Economy
Zambia reportedly raises $150 million from green bonds, invests in solar, climate resilience projects
Zambia has reportedly raised US $150.2 million through the issuance of green bonds following the development of the Forest Carbon Regulations and Green ...
Economy
Govt urges ethical use of artificial intelligence in marketing, customer service
The Zambian government has emphasized the need to ensure that Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology was deployed ethically and in a manner that enhances ...
Economy
Musokotwane unveils tax reliefs, duty reforms to spur local industries in 2026 budget
Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, on Friday tabled far-reaching tax and duty reforms in the 2026 National Budget, aimed at stimulating ...
Economy
Zimbabwe selected to host newly established Intra-African Trade Fair Company headquarters
Africa’s premier trade and investment event, the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), has transitioned into an independent, permanent African institution with its headquarters to ...
Economy
Minister Musokotwane outlines ambitious 2026 growth strategy for agriculture, livestock, fisheries
The Zambian government is targeting robust growth in the agriculture, livestock, and fisheries sectors as Finance and National Planning Minister, Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, ...
Economy
Standards body to start regulating 41 more products starting October 1, 2025 (Video)
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has announced that it will begin enforcing 41 new compulsory standards effective October 1, 2025, aimed at ...
Economy
Kwacha strengthens on back of record trade durplus
The Zambian Kwacha received a notable boost in the currency market following the release of August trade data showing a dramatic surge in ...
