Economy
Miners urge government to integrate new technologies in TEVETA curriculum
Zambia’s mining sector has significantly advanced, incorporating cutting-edge technologies that require inclusion in craft and skills training programmes. This is according to Zambia ...
Economy
ZESCO welcomes ERB’s rejection of proposed tariff hike amid power crisis
ZESCO Limited has accepted the Energy Regulation Board’s (ERB) decision to reject its request for a tariff adjustment during the current emergency period. ...
Economy
Over 200 Jerabos reportedly trained in Mufulira through Constituency Development Funds
More than 200 small-scale miners, known as Jerabos, have received training in various skills in Mufulira District through the Constituency Development Funds (CDF). ...
Economy
Lawmaker Mwiimbu urges swift implementation of Cash For Work Programme to combat hunger in Monze
Monze Central Constituency Member of Parliament, Jack Mwiimbu, has called on local authorities and stakeholders to accelerate the launch of the Cash For ...
Economy
World Bank reportedly freezes Liberia’s access to funds over unpaid debt
The World Bank has reportedly suspended Liberia’s access to crucial funding after the country defaulted on its payment obligations for 60 days. This ...
Economy
Zambian govt urged to integrate prevention of sexual exploitation into emergency response plans
The Zambian government has been urged to integrate the prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) into all its drought emergency preparedness and ...
Economy
Group urges African governments to protect local mining interests
African governments need to implement deliberate policies and legislation to empower local populations to manage emerald mines and prevent the sector from being ...
Economy
Zambia Development Agency reports $8.9 billion in realised investments in three years
Zambia has reportedly recorded US$8.9 billion in actualised investments over the past three years. The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) disclosed this information at ...
Economy
Energy Regulatory Board rejects ZESCO’s tariff adjustment proposal
The Energy Regulatory Board (ERB) has rejected ZESCO’s request to adjust electricity tariffs, citing the potential negative impacts of the proposed changes. In ...
Economy
Zambia’s drought response must focus on child protection, says UNICEF
UNICEF Zambia has urged the implementation of a comprehensive drought response programme that enhances Child Protection systems and adheres to quality standards across ...