Economy
COMESA, World Bank roll out $2.5 billion programme to drive regional digital access
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the World Bank have launched a landmark US$2.5 billion initiative aimed at accelerating ...
Economy
Mines Minister, Kabuswe, urges mining firms to build local capacity, ensure quality, promote fair pricing
Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Paul Kabuswe, has urged NFC Africa Mining Plc (NFCA) to prioritise local procurement and streamline its supplier registration ...
Economy
SADC raises the alarm over US tariffs, says they would undermine AGOA benefits
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has expressed concern over the new tariffs imposed by the United States, which were announced on April ...
Economy
Bank of Zambia warns against mutilation of banknotes, cites legal consequences
The Bank of Zambia (BOZ) has expressed serious concern over the continued mutilation of both old and new banknotes, warning that such actions ...
Economy
TAZARA workers threaten strike over unpaid salaries, demand full settlement of arrears (Video)
Workers at the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) have threatened to down tools within 48 hours if the Zambian government fails to settle five ...
Economy
Zambia’s private sector slips into contraction on the back of weak demand, according to Purchasing Managers Index
Zambia’s private sector returned to contraction territory in March as business conditions worsened, prompting companies to scale back on input purchases and inventories. ...
Economy
Access Bank reports central banks confronting significant shift, as investor panic triggers decline in global stock markets
Central banks are confronting a significant shift as investor panic triggers a sharp decline in global stock markets. But while United States (US) ...
Economy
Zambia, Burundi begin implementation of bilateral agreements
Zambia and Burundi have begun implementing several bilateral agreements signed in August 2024 during Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye’s visit to Zambia. According to ...
Economy
Lusaka Securities Exchange closes first quarter of 2025 on a low course
The Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) closed the first quarter of 2025 ended March 31 with a total face value traded of K5.2 billion, ...
Economy
Minister Chipoka in visit to church highlights role of faith institutions in national development
Commerce, Trade and Industry Minister, Chipoka Mulenga, has emphasised the significant role played by the Church in Zambia’s national development. Mulenga acknowledged efforts ...