Economy
Ambassador Mulimbika lauds Japan for support in key economic sectors
Zambia’s Ambassador to Japan, Dr. Tobias Mulimbika, has commended the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for its unwavering support in advancing Zambia’s key ...
Economy
Use of dollar for local transactions may become a criminal offense soon
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has drafted new regulations to curb the use of foreign currencies in the economy, particularly during a local ...
Economy
Energy regulator, ERB, reduces petrol, diesel pump prices to K31.58, K29.34 respectively
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has adjusted downwards the price of petroleum products for the month of July 2024, citing an appreciation in ...
Economy
Road funds agency reports K1.5 billion in toll revenue collected by May, 2024
The National Road Fund Agency (NRFA) has reportedly collected K1.5 billion from toll gates between January and May 2024. The Agency claimed that ...
Economy
Manufacturers highlight key economic reforms to enhance sector’s contribution to GDP
The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has emphasized the importance of restoring economic stability to attract investment in the manufacturing sector. ZAM Chief ...
Economy
Zambia realises $2.68 billion from top five Non-Traditional Export markets in 2023, DR Congo tops
Zambia has realised US$2.68 billion from its top five markets for Non-Traditional Exports (NTE) in 2023, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) ...
Economy
Securities and Exchange Commission proposes measures to expand green project financing in Zambia
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), in its effort to lead green project financing, has proposed reduction in import taxes which are expected ...
Economy
In 2025 budget proposal, group proposes $19.87 million over next five years to tackle cholera
WASH Forum has urged the government to allocate a minimum of US$19.87 million over the next five years to fully fund the $99.35 ...
Economy
Mozambique, Zambia call for enhanced trade, collaboration in harnessing critical minerals
Mozambican President, Filipe Nyusi, has emphasised the need for Mozambique and Zambia to collaborate on harnessing critical mineral resources. Speaking at the opening ...
Economy
Minister Kabuswe confirms all legal bottlenecks to takeover of Konkola Copper Mines by Vedanta now removed
Mines and Mineral Development Minister, Paul Kabuswe, has confirmed that Lusaka High Court has approved Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) creditors scheme of arrangements, ...
