Tuesday, November 19, 2024

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...