Economy
Chamber of mines labels govt’s mining proposals as ‘abnormal, impractical’, seek revisions
The Zambia Chamber of Mines (ZCM) has issued a strongly-worded statement criticising government’s proposed policy initiatives under the new Mineral Regulations Authority, labeling ...
Economy
Copper prices may hit $10,000 per tonne by 2025 amid high demand, supply constraints
Analysts at Bank of America (BofA) have forecasted that copper prices will exceed US$10,000 per tonne by 2025, driven by strong demand and ...
Economy
Bank of Zambia cracks down on unwarranted charges for electronic money services
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has issued new directives targeting unwarranted charges and fees associated with electronic money services, citing that such fees ...
Economy
ZRA seeks transfer of tax incentives to consumers by suppliers of alternative energy products
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) is urging suppliers of alternative energy products to pass on tax incentives to consumers by reducing prices. This ...
Economy
Access Bank reaffirms commitment to supporting SMEs with sustainable financial solutions
Access Bank has pledged to sustain its support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through continued sustainable financing solutions and strategic collaborations aimed ...
Economy
Zambia advances climate change legislation, urges businesses to enhance sustainability
The government has announced that the process of formulating a legal framework through the Climate Change and Green Economy Bill has reached an ...
Economy
Consumer association urges govt to provide affordable alternative energy solutions for all
The Zambia Consumer Association (ZACA) has called on the government to implement a comprehensive and affordable alternative energy source package, noting that not ...
Economy
Role of strategic partnerships in focus at minerals summit, as Zambia chases 3 million tonnes of copper by 2030
Zambia’s ambitious target to increase copper production to three million tonnes by 2030 is a prime example of leveraging strategic global partnerships, according ...
Economy
Zambia’s major mines turn to South African power amid energy crisis
Bloomberg reported on Friday that Zambia’s largest mines are seeking power from an unexpected source as the country grapples with an unprecedented energy ...
Economy
Govt reaffirms commitment to achieving 3 million tonnes of copper target by 2031
President Hakainde Hichilema has underscored the pivotal role of the mining sector in driving Zambia’s economic growth, job creation and revenue generation during ...
