Economy
Zambia set to receive $185.5 million from IMF after fourth review of loan programme, as 2024 outlook dips to 1.2%
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Zambia, paving the way for a US$185.5 million disbursement under the Extended ...
Economy
Govt urged to settle K88.6 billion debt owed suppliers to to stimulate economy
The government has been urged to expedite the settlement of debts owed to suppliers of goods and services, which stood at K88.65 billion ...
Economy
Manufacturers seek ERB support for wholesale fuel supply to overcome operational challenges
The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has urged the Energy Regulation Board (ERB) to implement mechanisms that enable manufacturers to access fuel in ...
Economy
Zambia, Botswana, others make progress in African capital markets development
African capital markets have seen significant growth in 2024, marked by the introduction of new Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) bonds across Zambia, ...
Economy
Compulsory standards agency begins open market surveillance on products compliance across Zambia
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has commenced its 2024 national Open Market Surveillance (OMS) inspections, covering nine provinces to assess compliance with ...
Economy
Kenyan MSMEs launch first AfCFTA exports to Zambia, DRC, South Sudan in TradeConnect push
Kenyan Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have reportedly shipped their first exports of assorted products to South Sudan, Zambia, and the Democratic ...
Economy
Russia-Africa partnership under scrutiny: Draft joint statement of on-going forum sparks concerns over neocolonialism, deceit , by Khwima Nkhonjera
The first Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum has kicked off in Sochi, Russia, amid headlines about the gathering not just being ...
Economy
Central Province leadership warns agro-dealers against sale of uncertified fertilizers
Central Province Permanent Secretary, Dr. Milner Mwanakampwe, has issued a stern warning to agro-dealers over the sale of uncertified fertilizers, cautioning that such ...
Economy
Lead by example in implementation of smart invoicing project, manufacturers tell govt
The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has urged the government to lead by example in implementing the Smart Invoicing System across all public ...
Economy
Zambian youths call for swift capitalization of climate loss, damage fund at COP29
Youth representatives in Zambia are urging the government to push for an expedited process in capitalising the Loss and Damage Fund at the ...
