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 ...
Economy
Hichilema highlights govt efforts to support small businesses in parliamentary address
During the official opening of the fourth session of the 13th National Assembly on Friday in Lusaka, President Hakainde Hichilema detailed government initiatives ...
Economy
Over 300,000 reportedly enrolled on e-voucher platform to enhance access to farming inputs
More than 300,000 beneficiaries of the Farmer Input Support Program (FISP) have been successfully registered on the Zambia Integrated Information Management System (ZIAMIS). ...
Economy
Govt highlights poultry farming as key to economic shift from mining to agriculture
The Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock has identified poultry farming as a crucial element in Zambia’s transition from an economy dependent on mining ...
Economy
President Hichilema outlines economic targets, reforms for 2025
President Hakainde Hichilema has outlined his administration’s economic goals for 2025, emphasizing the continuation of macroeconomic reforms and the management of external debt. ...
Economy
Zambia seeks $6.1 billion investment to boost agriculture value chains, faces $1.1 billion funding shortfall
Zambia is seeking a total investment of US$6.1 billion to enhance agriculture value chains in maize, soya beans, honey, and aquaculture sub-sectors. The ...
Economy
Zambia Revenue Authority reports K100.6 billion net revenue for 2023
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has announced a net revenue collection of K100.6 billion for the 2023 fiscal year, according to Commissioner-General Dingani ...
Economy
Govt, Stanbic Bank partner to address high SME financing costs
The Zambian government has expressed concern over the high cost of capital for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), citing high interest rates and ...
Economy
Sweden pledges additional $2 million to Zambia’s social cash transfer programme
The Swedish government has pledged an additional US$2 million to Zambia’s Social Cash Transfer programme to help mitigate the effects of the climate ...
