Economy
Govt repealing key tourism laws to boost sector growth — Sikumba
The Zambian government has begun the process of repealing several tourism-related laws to align them with modern trends and enhance the sector’s performance. ...
Economy
Access Bank unveils initiative to empower female employees
Access Bank Zambia has announced the launch of the Access Women’s Network (AWN), a platform designed to empower female employees and promote inclusivity ...
Economy
MCC approves $458 million compact to strengthen Zambia’s agriculture sector
The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Board of Directors has approved Zambia’s compact amounting to US$458 million, designed to spur inclusive economic growth in ...
Economy
Economist, Kabwita, has ruled out govt subsidies as solution to Zambia’s rising cost of living
An Economist, Noel Kabwita, has suggested that increasing Zambia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), not subsidies, was the only sustainable solution to mitigating the ...
Economy
Govt, Zambia Chamber of Mines agree common grounds for resolution of differences on policy issues
The government and the Zambia Chamber of Mines (ZCM) have agreed to pursue dialogue following the Chamber’s concerns over proposed mineral policy changes. ...
Economy
Zambia launches $63.9 million programme to boost climate action in Eastern Province
The Zambian Government has launched the World Bank-supported US$63.9 million Eastern Province Jurisdictional Sustainable Landscape Programme. The programme is aimed at improving livelihoods ...
Economy
Copper prices reach two-months high, up 2% —Report
Copper prices have reportedly reached a two-month high, rising two percent to US$9,583 per tonne on the London Metal Exchange as of 0856 ...
Economy
Govt calls on banks, others to support initiatives targeting growth of small businesses
The government has called on financial institutions and development partners to continue prioritizing initiatives that uplift and empower Micro-Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) ...
Economy
Zambia Railways reportedly operating at a loss, seeks $248 million recapitalisation fund
Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) is scouting for US$248 million to finance its Business Strategic Plan (BSP) and address operational challenges, the company’s Board ...
Economy
Zambia secures €108 million German aid for governance, water, food security
The German government has pledged €108 million to support Zambia’s development agenda and drought response over the next two years. German Ambassador to ...
