Economy
Zambia intensifies trade facilitation efforts
Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating trade facilitation reforms as it seeks to improve the efficiency of cross-border trade, strengthen regional integration ...
Economy
Kwacha weakens as dollar demand rises, copper prices strengthen
The Kwacha came under pressure against the United States dollar during mid-week trading as strong demand for the greenback from importers and corporate ...
Economy
Bankers express worries, as multiple loans heighten household debt concerns
The Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ) has raised concern over the growing number of employees taking loans from multiple lenders, warning that unchecked ...
Economy
IFC considers US$50m financing for Zambia hotel project
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is considering a US$50 million financing package to support private sector investments in Zambia and Djibouti, including the ...
Economy
Mid-term evaluation under Eight National Development Plan shows progress but …
Though findings of the 8th National Development Plan (8NDP) Mid-Term Evaluation by the Ministry of Finance and National Planning has highlighted that Zambia ...
Economy
Access Bank wins Africa award for support to women entrepreneurs
Access Bank says it has been named Best SME Bank for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards 2026, ...
Economy
$49.9 million project targets rural jobs, financial inclusion
Government says it has launched a seven-year US$49.9 million Financial Inclusion for Resilience and Innovation Project (FIRIP) aimed at expanding access to finance, ...
Economy
Zambia’s tax-to-GDP reportedly hits record 22.1 percent
Zambia’s tax-to-GDP ratio has reportedly climbed to a record 22.1 percent, reflecting stronger domestic revenue mobilisation as government moves to reduce its dependence ...
Economy
Farmers lament failure of Food Reserve Agency to announce buying prices of maize, rice
The Zambia National Farmers’ Union (ZNFU) has criticised the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) for failing to announce maize and paddy rice buying prices ...
Economy
Zambian govt, Japan, other partners set to launch e-waste project for youth empowerment
The International Labour Organization, in partnership with the government, with funding from the Government of Japan, are set to launch a project aimed ...
