Economy
Key Highlights from the 2024 Budget Presentation Speech on Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries
The presentation of the 2024 budget unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at revitalizing the agriculture, livestock, and fisheries sectors in Zambia. Addressing the challenges...
Economy
IMF concerns about failure to sign MoU on Zambia’s debt restructuring
The International Monetary Fund says it would like the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding over Zambia’s debt restructuring to be done faster.
IMF Director...
Economy
2024 CDF increases, ignites another impulse-shopping frenzy
By Arnold Chasaya
Government has increased constituency development fund (CDF) allocation for 2024 to K30.6 million—from the current K28.3 million.
“Madam Speaker, to...
Economy
Mine Contractors and Suppliers Seek Opportunities with Vedanta’s Return to Konkola Copper Mines
As the Indian investor Vedanta Mineral Resources returns to Konkola Copper Mines (KCM), mine contractors and suppliers in Zambia are expressing their eagerness to...
Economy
New Fuel Pipeline to Boost Cost-Efficiency and Distribution
Zambia's extensive reliance on fuel is unmistakably evident, with vehicles traversing the nation's bustling roads day in and day out. However, Zambia lacks domestic...
Economy
President Hichilema Launches 2023 Zambeef Wheat Harvest Season, Calls for Increased Crop Production
President Hakainde Hichilema has officially inaugurated the 2023 Zambeef wheat harvest season, rallying the nation's farmers to elevate overall crop production to new heights.
Addressing...
Economy
Zambia Airways Welcomes Historic Addition: Locally Registered Boeing 737-800NG Aircraft
Zambia Airways has marked a historic moment in the country's aviation history with the acquisition of its first-ever locally registered Boeing 737-800NG Aircraft. The...
Economy
Pre-Budget statement issued by patriotic front Vice President, Hon Given Lubinda
As Zambia anticipates the presentation of the 2024 National Budget on Friday, September 29, 2023, Hon. Given Lubinda, the Vice President of the PATRIOTIC...