Reconsider 15% export tax on emeralds, urges Kagem
By Jane Chanda Gemfields, a leading coloured gemstone producer, has urged the Zambian government to reconsider the recently reinstated 15 percent export tax on emeralds, citing concerns that it may…
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OMCs engaging govt over fuel challenges – Mubanga
By Jane Chanda Oil Marketing Companies Association of Zambia (OMCAZ) president Dr Kafula Mubanga says his association is in talks with various suppliers and the government on the fuel challenges…
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Govt will ensure conducive business environment for Chinese – CB minister
By Chinoyi Chipulu Government says it will ensure that the business environment on the Copperbelt Province is conducive for the Chinese nationals to operate on for stronger ties with that…
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Dodia denounces Zambia’s energy policy as costly failure
By Jane Chanda Economic analyst Yusuf Dodia says Zambia’s experiment with privatised energy has been a costly failure, driving up electricity costs for consumers instead of delivering promised benefits. He…
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Kwacha decline a reflection of country’s economic struggles – FIM
By Jane Chanda FIM Partner’s head of macro-strategy, Charlie Robertson, says Zambia’s currency is vulnerable to external factors particularly, large payments for imported electricity, which could significantly impact its value.…
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Govt prioritising debt restructuring, wage bill alarming – EAZ
By Jane Chanda Economics Association of Zambia (EAZ) says the government’s prioritisation of debt restructuring and wage bill over key economic sectors is alarming and will hinder economic growth. And…
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Consumers must prioritise essentiel spending in tough 2025 – ZACA
By Jane Chanda Zambia Consumer Association (ZACA) executive secretary Juba Sakala has urged consumers to budget effectively and prioritise essentiel spending in what appears like a tough 2025. In an…
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Musokotwane urges public officials to implement budgeted for programmes
By Jane Chanda Minister of Finance and National Planning Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane says public officials need to ensure all necessary steps are taken to implement budgeted programmes for inclusive growth…
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Tribunal gives LCC 2-week ultimatum to revise 300% rate hike
By Esther Chisola The Tribunal on the Lusaka City Council (LCC) land rates 2024 evaluation has given the council two-weeks ultimatum to revisit the proposed 300 percent rate increment on…
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KoBold announces $537 million in latest funding round
By Jane Chanda KoBold Metals, a mining and artificial intelligence start-up backed by Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, has announced a milestone, raising $537 million in its latest funding round,…
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