Economy
Policy Institute harps on downside of upward adjustment of reserve requirements
A think tank has warned that upward adjustments of reserve requirements to enact monetary policy in a country like Zambia is detrimental as ...
Economy
Construction firms to come under intense scrutiny, as Engineering Institute warns quacks
The Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) is set to strengthen monitoring mechanisms on construction companies to ensure compliance levels. And the institute has ...
Economy
Global tragedies turning millions of vulnerable people into Africa’s new poor —UNECA
African countries are at the verge of missing the targets set out in the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 2063 agenda if ...
Economy
Stanbic Bank launches instant money transfer solution
Stanbic Bank Zambia Limited has launched Instant Money (IM), a money transfer solution, to enhance seamless person-to-person payments direct to any mobile number. ...
Economy
‘Financing agric not as risky’, creditors urged to reduce transaction costs
African, including Zambian lenders have been urged to explore blended finance to help de-risk agricultural transactions. This will reduce transaction costs and attract ...
Economy
Govt promises continuous engagement with private sector for strong, resilient economy
Government has committed to consistently engage with investors to continue creating a conducive business environment while building a strong and resilient economy. This ...
Economy
Banking sector critical to economic growth, Finance Minister says at stakeholders meeting
The banking sector has remained critical in fostering the much needed economic growth in Zambia. This would be done through various stakeholders partnerships ...
Economy
Relief for homes, industries, as ZESCO announces end to load shedding
After battling it out for nearly two months, ZESCO on Thursday announced an end to electricity rationing and now household and industries will ...
Economy
Transparency, accountability would be yardstick to measure who takes over Mopani mines — Govt
Government will carry out due diligence in selecting the investor to takeover operations at the Mopani Copper Mines. This is according to the ...
Economy
ZANACO shares lessons learnt on supply chain disruptions, partnership with local SMEs
ZANACO Plc has to identify ways of de-risking and addressing the issues affecting the supply chain during the Covid-19 pandemic era. Chief Executive ...
