Economy
Reopening of Mulungushi Textiles after 17 years will spur Zambia’s industrial revival —ZACCI
Government’s plan to reopen Mulungushi Textiles in the first quarter of 2025 represents a step toward economic diversification, reducing the country’s reliance on ...
Economy
Zambia’s local products in chain stores rise from 42% to 68% in three years, govt claims (video)
The Zambian government has announced a significant increase in the number of local products placed in chain stores, rising from 42 percent in ...
Economy
How to address climate change’s vicious circles in Southern Africa, by Tanja Lubbers
Hivos’ Executive Board has asked me to briefly reprise my role as regional director in Southern Africa as we are rethinking our work ...
Economy
ERB calls for stronger synergy with media to address energy challenges
Energy Regulation Board (ERB) Director of Corporate and Consumer Affairs, Mwiika Malindima, has stated the media’s critical role in helping Zambia navigate its ...
Economy
Zambia to experience high temperature, reduced rainfall until December 12
Zambia is expected to experience high temperatures ranging from 36 to 43 degrees centigrade, coupled with reduced rainfall in most parts of Zambia ...
Economy
EU stresses need for financial, regulatory reforms in Africa’s aviation sector
The European Union (EU) has stated the importance of addressing the financial and institutional capacity challenges currently impeding the development of Africa’s aviation ...
Economy
ZESCO to retain diesel generators as backup power after energy crisis
Zambia’s power utility, ZESCO, has announced that diesel generators deployed during the power crisis will remain in use to ensure a stable power ...
Economy
Finland eyes partnership with Zambia on adoption of circular economy strategies for solid waste management
Finland has expressed interest in partnering with Zambia to advance resilient business innovations and adopt circular economy strategies for municipal solid waste management ...
Economy
Chamber of commerce sees major economic gains for Zambia from Lobito corridor project
The Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI) has projected transformative economic benefits for Zambia, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) ...
Economy
Africa sees 9% increase in FDI, attracts $164 billion in 2024
Ernest and Young (EY) Africa’s latest yearly ‘Africa Attractiveness 2024’ report shows that Africa recorded a nine percent year-on-year increase in foreign direct ...
