Economy
Farmers union calls for withdrawal of lands amendment bill, demands transparent consultation process
The Zambia National Farmers Union (ZNFU) has appealed to the government to withdraw the proposed Lands and Deeds Registry (Amendment) Bill, N.A.B. 13 ...
Economy
Financial Intelligence Centre uncovers $3.5 billion in illicit flows, flags multinational syndicates
The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) has revealed that Zambia recorded illicit financial transactions amounting to US$3.5 billion in 2024, predominantly driven by private ...
Economy
ABSA opens new facility to offer premium services in Lusaka
ABSA Board Chairperson, Austin Mwape, said on Monday, that the bank’s 2024 performance was driven by strategic focus, operational execution, and continued client ...
Economy
Group urges Zambia Revenue Authority to fully scrap Witholding Value Added Tax, cites inefficiencies
The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has urged the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) to fully decommission the Withholding Value Added Tax (WVAT) ...
Economy
Farmers back full e-voucher rollout, as Mazabuka consultations end
The Ministry of Agriculture has reportedly completed Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with farmers in Mazabuka as part of the ongoing review of the ...
Economy
Energy Regulation Board approves K4.8 billion in energy projects across sub-sectors
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has reportedly approved 21 energy licences and nine construction permits valued at K4.8 billion (approximately US$206 million), aimed ...
Economy
LPG consumption in Zambia reportedly soars by over 50% to hit 14,400 metric tonnes
Zambia has reportedly recorded a sharp rise in Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumption, with usage surging from 9,490 metric tonnes in 2023 to ...
Economy
Zambia reportedly signs $1.1 billion refinery deal
Zambia has reportedly secured a US$1.1 billion investment for a state-of-the-art crude oil refinery and integrated energy complex in Ndola. The agreement, signed ...
Economy
Gold prices projected to hit $3,600 in second half 2025 despite slump
CIBC Capital Markets has projected gold prices to average US$3,600 per ounce in the second half of 2025, despite the metal’s recent slump. ...
Economy
ZCCM-IH declares K529 million dividend, eyes growth in mining, energy
ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) will continue to prioritise strategic investments in the mining and energy sectors while focusing on consistent dividend growth ...
