Economy
State keen to consolidate middle-income status
THE Ministry of Finance and National Planning has said Government is committed to improving its economic policies to create a conducive environment that will...
Economy
PF, UPND nod good MMD performance in a public debate
THE Patriotic Front (PF) and United Party for National Development (UPND) have praised Zambia’s economic achievements under the leadership of the ruling MMD.
Speaking at...
Economy
Astrea plans $20m lime plant
ASTREA Investment Zambia Limited (AIZL) has completed a bankable feasibility study to construct a US$20 million modern quick lime plant in Ndola.
The company will...
Economy
Border security fee for vehicles introduced
GOVERNMENT intends to introduce K360 thousand as border security fee (BSF) to be levied on vehicles entering the country.
The proposed fee will be administered...
Economy
CEEC funds 100 rice growers in Mongu District
The Citizen Economic Empowerment Commission has approved and funded about 100 Rice farmers in Mongu district in Western Province.
Speaking during the handover of cheques...
Economy
Stanbic boosts mortgage portfolio
STANBIC Bank Limited is disbursing up to K120 million per personal loans for its clients mainly in formal employment.
And the bank has partnered with...
Economy
Over 29 firms give 2012 budget tips
OVER 29 firms and institutions have made budget submissions on tax and non-tax proposals to be considered for the 2012 National Budget and the...
Economy
Lufthansa to start Zambian flights
Germany flag carrier and Europe’s largest airliner, Lufthansa, is this August expected to start flying into Zambia through a code-sharing agreement with Ethopian Airlines.
The...