Economy
Lawmakers raise the alarm over worsening electricity challenges, urge govt to act swiftly
Kantanshi Member of Parliament, Anthony Mumba, has urged Energy Minister, Peter Kapala, to update the nation on measures being taken to avert the ...
Economy
Govt seeks private sector collaboration to formalise SMEs
The government has called for collaboration with the private sector to encourage Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to formalise their businesses. Ministry of ...
Economy
Govt prioritises data quality to drive people-centred development initiatives
Lois Mulube, the Finance and National Planning Permanent Secretary for Planning and Administration, has highlighted government’s focus on enhancing data quality to drive ...
Economy
Lusaka City Council allegedly stinks with fuel scandal, as audit chair calls for probe of misappropriated 50,000 liters of fuel
Over 50,000 liters of council fuel stocks, amounting to over K1.5 million, have reportedly been siphoned and misappropriated at the Lusaka City Council ...
Economy
UNICEF pledges support to Zambia, as drought impacts children’s welfare, quality of life
The drought situation in Zambia has exacerbated issues such as child labour, sexual exploitation and other forms of abuse, necessitating urgent intervention, according ...
Economy
JCHX Mining acquires 80% stake in Lubambe as EMR Capital exits Zambia
After prolonged speculation on the future of Lubambe Copper Mine in Chililabombwe, ZCCM-Investment Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has confirmed that JCHX Mining Management Company Limited ...
Economy
Workers union claims over 2,300 manganese jobs may be lost, as rationing of electricity persists
The Mine, Contractors, Factory and Allied Workers Union (MCFAWU) has warned that thousands of miners in the manganese value chain are set to ...
Economy
Maamba Collieries secures financing for $400 million power plant expansion
Maamba Collieries Limited (MCL) has reportedly reached an agreement with anchor lenders to finance the construction and installation of an additional 300 megawatts ...
Economy
Telecoms sector apologizes to customers, blames load shedding for poor service delivery
The telecommunications sector has attributed poor service delivery to prolonged load shedding hours, resulting in high cost variances and compromised service quality. The ...
Economy
Standard Chartered Bank Zambia sees surge in local bond investments
Standard Chartered Bank Zambia has observed a significant increase in customer interest in local bonds, as reported by bank officials. This heightened interest ...
