Economy
Economists set 2025 national budget expectations, urge focus on key sectors to protect Zambia from external, internal shocks
The Economics Association of Zambia (EAZ) has called for the prioritization of critical sectors in the 2025 national budget to build resilience against ...
Economy
Pension authority harps on need to prioritize recruitment of talents into insurance industry
The Pension and Insurance Authority (PIA) has called on the insurance sector to prioritise the recruitment of skilled and innovative professionals to stay ...
Economy
Zambian manufacturers identify infrastructure gaps as key hurdle to Africa’s integration (Video)
The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has identified inadequate infrastructure at entry points, roads and railways as major obstacles to Africa’s economic integration. ...
Economy
Zambian kwacha among worst-performing global currencies — Report
Zambia’s kwacha has been named one of the three worst-performing currencies globally, according to a Bloomberg report as quoted by Business Insider. Joining the ...
Economy
Zambia: President’s membership of IDC board, recipe for corruption, mismanagement —World Bank says
The World Bank has recommended removing Zambia’s President from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) Board, citing concerns that his role compromises the governance ...
Economy
Rising copper demand in China drives price increase
Copper prices rose on Monday, driven by improved demand in China and declining inventories, while other base metals experienced declines due to a ...
Economy
World Bank report highlights need for private funding in Zambia’s development agenda
A newly launched World Bank report underscores the urgent need for Zambia to harness private funds and innovative financing mechanisms to support its ...
Economy
Govt commits to investing in sustainable agriculture
The Zambian government has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in agricultural research, extension services, and infrastructure to foster sustainable agriculture. During the Site ...
Economy
Gold hits record $2,600 amid U.S. rate cuts, Middle East tensions
Gold surged to a record US$2,600 on Friday, driven by expectations of further U.S. interest rate cuts and rising geopolitical tensions in the ...
Economy
FQM claims $1.6 billion committed to local procurements
First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has committed to US$1.6 billion in local procurement, with 44 percent of the purchases sourced from Zambian-owned companies. Company’s ...
