International
Prince Harry and Meghan arrive Nigeria to visit wounded soldiers, local charities
NIGERIA – The Duke and Duchess of Sussex landed in Nigeria on Friday, launching a three-day private visit to the West African nation, ...
Economy
Zambia’s leading mining firm, FQM, hit by power crisis
First Quantum Minerals (FQM) says it is working with ZESCO to help source imported power to ensure that production plans are maintained. The ...
International
Chad’s military ruler declared winner of presidential election as opposition disputes result
Chad’s Military leader, Mahamat Deby Itno, has been declared the winner of this week’s presidential election, according to provisional results released Thursday night. ...
Economy
Haabazoka challenges govt to reverse approved electricity hike if truly it wasn’t consulted
Former president of Economic Association of Zambia (EAZ), Lubinda Haabazoka, has challenged government to reverse the increased electricity tariffs that were approved by ...
Economy
Zambia set to ratify Beira Corridor agreement, as Minister Mwiimbu calls for restoration of order at Kasumbalesa border
Cabinet has approved the Beira Development Corridor Agreement (BDCA) and a go ahead has been given for Zambia to sign it. Zambia would ...
ZM Index
Zambian Kwacha struggles against dollar, amidst supply shortages, to trade above K27
The Zambian Kwacha has continued to face challenges against the United States (US) dollar. Absa Bank Zambia predicted further depreciation in the short ...
Economy
Govt opens borders for Zambians to import maize without paying duties
Cabinet has announced the suspension of the 15 percent import duty and five percent surtax on maize imports, reducing them to zero. The ...
Economy
Energy Board, ERB, incurs govt anger for reportedly not consulting before increasing electricity tariffs
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) did not consult government before approving electricity tariffs and this has not settled well with the State. This ...
Economy
Zambia set to start producing car batteries
Zambia will in July this year start manufacturing car batteries following the launch of the assembly plant at the Jiangxi Economic Cooperation Zone ...
Metro
Govt undertakes capacity building for vulnerable but viable farmers to enhance food security
Ministry of Community Development and Social Services has undertaken a digitisation training for the implementation of Food Security Pack Management Information System (FSPMIS). ...
