Economy
First Alliance Bank, ZCGS partner to unlock SME financing in Zambia
First Alliance Bank Zambia Ltd and the Zambia Credit Guarantee Scheme (ZCGS) have entered into agreement aimed at enhancing access to finance for ...
Economy
Zambia, EVC Investments sign $20 million green economy deal to promote electric vehicles, solar power generation
The Zambian government has signed a US$20 million green investment agreement with EVC Investments, focusing on the promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) and ...
Economy
Copper prices slip from three-month high, as Kwacha halts four-day winning streak against dollar
Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange have slipped from a three-month high as traders anticipate increased supply ahead of the US imposing ...
Economy
Zambia unveils Energy Forum for Africa 2025, as Stanbic Bank commits to deeper energy sector support
Zambia has officially launched the Energy Forum for Africa (EFFA) 2025, with a strong call for increased investment, partnerships, and innovation to unlock ...
Economy
Zambia aims for energy, food security as IDC signs $2 billion MoUs with Chinese firms for refinery, agriculture projects
The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) has reportedly signed two memorandum of understanding (MoUs) worth over US$2 billion with two major Chinese corporations, securing ...
Economy
Zambia Metrology Agency responds to consumer concerns over underweight bread
The Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting consumers from unfair and deceptive practices, particularly regarding the sale of prepackaged ...
Economy
Development of Lobito Corridor dominates as Musokotwane calls for collaboration from Brazilian investors
In a move to catalyze economic growth, Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has reached out to Brazilian investors and financial institutions, ...
Economy
Vedanta claims $124 million injected into Konkola Copper mines to support revamp of operations
Vedanta Resources has reportedly injected US$124 million into Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) to support the ongoing revamp of operations, bringing total investments since ...
Economy
$300 million boost for Zambian SMEs as GIP Zambia launches
The British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, together with Zambia’s National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) and Swedfund, ...
Economy
ZESCO signs 25-year power purchase deal with Lufubu Power company for 163MW Northern hydro project
ZESCO Limited has signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Lufubu Power Company (LPC) to secure 163 Megawatts (MW) of baseload hydropower ...
