Banks project different Kwacha outlook
By Jane Chanda ABSA Bank says the Zambian Kwacha may remain under pressure in the near term due to limited foreign currency inflows and strong demand for the United…
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Investor company bolts after mining emeralds
By Chinoyi Chipulu An investor at Chumwe Mines in Lufwanyama district has run away from the company after mining emeralds at a firm in the district on the Copperbelt Province.…
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UPND’s ‘crippling’ policies contributing towards decreased revenue – Sichinga
By Jane Chanda Former Commerce minister Bob Sichinga says the UPND government’s economic policies are crippling the economy, leading to reduced economic activity and a decrease in revenue generation. And…
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Take action against thefts of medicines, EAZ urges govt
By Jane Chanda Economics Association of Zambia (EAZ) president Oswald Mungule has called on the government to address the mismanagement of medicines and medical supplies theft which has resulted in…
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Economist warns govt of long-term negative consequences for over-reliance on IMF
By Jane Chanda Economist Naylor Kopakopa says Zambia’s over-reliance on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for economic transformation can have long-term negative consequences due to stringent conditions that limit fiscal…
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Govt has maintained promise never to delay public service salaries beyond month-end – Musokotwane
By Jane Chanda Finance Minister Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane says the government has maintained its promise that salaries for public officials will never be delayed beyond the month-end. In a statement…
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K2 fuel reduction insufficient to bring relief to consumers-ZACA
By Jane Chanda The Zambia Consumer Association (ZACA) says the recent K2.84 fuel price reduction is insufficient to bring meaningful relief to consumers or reduce the overall cost of living,…
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ZRA boss bemoans narrow tax base despite country’s rich mineral resource
By Jane Chanda The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) says it has been hindered by revenue leakages and a narrow tax base, despite the country’s rich mineral resources. This has prompted…
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Bus fares can’t be adjusted on a single fuel price drop – CRAZ
By Jane Chanda The Consumer Rights Association of Zambia (CRAZ) says it doesn’t expect a reduction in bus fares despite the recent drop in fuel prices for May, 2025. In…
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Stable inflation due to steady flow of food from harvesting – Economist
By Jane Chanda Economist Partner Siabutuba says the stability in annual inflation rate is due to the steady flow of food on the market from the harvesting season, which has…
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