ERB increases diesel price from K28.90 to K30.11
By Jane Chanda The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has maintained the price of petrol and kerosine at K32.70 and K26.95 respectively for the month of November. The board has however,…
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Bus owners bemoan continued diesel shortages
By Jane Chanda Bus and Taxi Owners Association chairperson Sydney Chewe says the ongoing fuel shortage in Zambia remains unresolved and has severely impacted the transportation sector due to the persistent…
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Be cautious when investing in emerging financial markets – Securities boss
Jane Chanda Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chief executive officer (CEO) Philip Chitalu says Zambians must exercise caution and educate themselves when investing in emerging financial markets to avoid scams. …
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FQM eyes $1.5 billion strategic partnership in Kansanshi, Sentinel
By Jane Chanda First Quantum Minerals chief executive officer (CEO) Tristan Pascall says the company is considering strategic partnerships for its Zambian copper and Nickel assets, with a potential deal…
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Tanzania announces $1.4 billion Inter-connector with Zambia to help address energy crisis
By Jane Chanda Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Energy minister Doto Biteko has announced a $1.4 billion investment in a grid Inter-connector with Zambia, aimed at alleviating the neighboring country’s…
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Empower local miners to benefit from mineral resources – Emerald Association
By Chinoyi Chipulu Emerald and Semi-Precious Stones Mining Association of Zambia President Victor Kalesha says there is need to empower local miners to ensure Zambians benefit from their natural resources.…
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Resumption of pineapple processing to change farmers lives – Vegetable Association
By Jane Chanda Fruits and Vegetables Association president Bernard Sikunyongana says the Kalene Hills Fruit factory’s resumption of pineapple processing will revolutionise the industry and change farmers’ lives. And Sikunyongana says…
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Maimbo’s election will greatly help Africa – Musokotwane
By Jane Chanda Minister of Finance and National Planning, Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane, says Zambia is backing Dr. Samuel Munzele Maimbo, a seasoned World Bank vice president, for the presidency of…
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Kalengwa to re-open because HH can’t be sued – PS
By Mubanga Mubanga Ministry of Mines Permanent Secretary Hapenga Kabeta had disclosed that Kalengwa Mine in Mufumbwe, will re-open because Kalengwa Mineral Processing Limited is no longer objecting. The Kitwe…
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Govt’s 6.6% projected growth for 2025 unrealistic – Economist
By Jane Chanda Economist Dr John Musantu says the government’s projected 6.6 percent Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the 2025 national budget is unrealistic and overly ambitious. Dr…
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