Zambia’s Tech Industry set for growth, says Tech Trends CEO
By Jane Chanda Tech Trends Zambia chief executive officer Sandi Chimpala says the country’s tech industry is poised for significant growth, driven by advancements in key sectors such as fintech,…
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Loadshedding forces Star Milling to temporarily shut down operations … We are making huge loses – Muhammad
By Chinoyi Chipulu Star Milling Plant marketing manager Ibrahim Muhammad says loadshedding has forced the company to temporarily shut down operations as it is making a huge loss. Speaking in…
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Chinese national burns house belonging to Zambian over mineral stone
By Chinoyi Chipulu A Chinese national has been arrested in Lufwanyama district for allegedly burning a house of a Zambian, after his son stole a mineral stone. Copperbelt police commanding…
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EAZ argues inflation largely influenced by external factors … Backs BoZ for maintaining MPR at 13.5%
By Jane Chanda The Economics Association of Zambia (EAZ) has backed the Bank of Zambia for Maintaining the monetary policy rate at 13.5 percent, arguing that inflationary pressures are largely…
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Zambia’s participation in international carbon markets crucial – PS
By Jane Chanda Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MGEE) permanent secretary Dr. Douty Chibamba says Zambia’s participation in international carbon markets is crucial for meeting Nationally Determined Contributions and…
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Decision to maintain policy rate necessary for stability – Economist
By Jane Chanda Economist Shenford Siamutwa says the Bank of Zambia (BOZ)’s decision to maintain the Monetary Policy Rate at 13.5 percent is a delicate balance between controlling inflation and…
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Energy crisis poses threat to economic recovery – Accountants
By Jane Chanda The Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) president Yande Siame Mwenye has urged the government to address the energy crisis in Zambia promptly, warning that it directly impacts…
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Chamber of Commerce hails swift resumption in Zambia-DRC trade
By Jane Chanda Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Anthony Kabaghe says the swift mediation by the government leading to the resumption of trade between Zambia and the Democratic…
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Suspension of beer imports by Congo to cost Zambia 5000 jobs – Matambo
By Chinoyi Chipulu Copperbelt Province minister Elisha Matambo says 5000 people are on the verge of losing their jobs following the suspension of the importation of beer and soft drinks…
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Social Cash Transfer, CDF will not help economic recovery – Economist
By Jane Chanda Economist Trevor Hambayi says prioritising consumption spending on the Social Cash Transfer, Farmer Input Support Programme and Constituency Development Fund (CDF) will not drive economic recovery. In…
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