Economy
Zambia claims $16.4 billion investments actualized, over 109,000 jobs created in five years
Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) says Zambia has recorded US$16.4 billion in actualised investments and created 109,488 jobs between 2021 and the first quarter ...
Economy
Bank of Zambia says 97% of old bank notes retrieved, warns against use of demonetized currencies
Bank of Zambia says 97% of old bank notes retrieved, warns against use of demonetized currencies The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has warned ...
Economy
Kwacha emerges Africa’s best performing currency
The Zambian kwacha has appreciated by more than 17 percent against the United States dollar since the start of the year, making it ...
Economy
Govt moves to address poor mobile phone services, releases K255 million
Government has released K255 million to improve mobile phone network quality and expand connectivity, particularly in underserved rural areas where poor service continues ...
Economy
Policy centre warns of maize export challenges as DRC, South Africa pose serious competition
The Centre for Trade Policy and Development has warned that Zambia could face difficulties exporting surplus maize during the 2026 marketing season due ...
Economy
Bank of Zambia cuts lending rate as inflation falls, reserves hit record US$6.5 billion
Contrary to speculations, the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has reduced the Monetary Policy Rate by 25 basis points to 13.25 percent from 13.5 ...
Economy
Zambia reaffirms commitment to strategic investment cooperation with China
The Zambian Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting investment, value addition, industrialisation and economic diversification as key pillars for accelerating sustainable economic ...
Economy
Macron announces €23 billion investment package for Africa at Nairobi Summit
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced €23 billion in investment commitments for Africa at the close of the “Inspire and Connect” Business Forum, ...
Economy
Zambia outlines investment pitch to Spanish businesses, seeks financing for key sectors
Zambia has outlined its investment pitch to Spanish businesses, calling for improved development financing access in agriculture, energy, and infrastructure. The country undertook ...
Economy
Zambia adopts continental anti-illicit financial flows policy tracker
Zambia has become the sixth African country to launch the Anti-Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) Policy Tracker, a tool aimed at improving efforts to ...
