Economy
Pentagon approves sale of military helicopters to Zambia
The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Zambia for Bell 412 helicopters at an estimated cost of US$100...
Economy
Government restores back 15% duty on precious gems
To enhance domestic revenue mobilisation in 2025, Government has re-introduced a 15 percent export duty on precious gemstones.
This follows the revocation of 2019 suspension...
Economy
Malindi appointed Zambia Railways MD
ZAMBIA Railways Limited (ZRL) has appointed multiply-qualified entrepreneur and business executive Cuthbert Malindi as managing director.
The vastly experienced mechanical engineer and accountant has worked...
Economy
Who failed Zambia’s Vision 2030?
By Edward Chisanga1
Introduction
As I said in one of my recent past articles, Vision 2030 was created in 2006 under President Levy Mwanawasa to bring...
Columns
Zambia’s Electrical Power Paradox: Balancing Exports with Hydropower Sustainability
By Dr Roy Moobola
Zambia’s energy sector faces a delicate balancing act. While increased electricity exports have earned vital foreign currency, such gains are juxtaposed...
Economy
Government Allocates K23.1 Billion in December to Bolster Economy and Public Services
The Zambian government disbursed an impressive K23.1 billion in December 2024, signaling its commitment to economic recovery, public service enhancement, and fiscal responsibility. This...
Economy
Where do citizens go for a conversation on economic governance?
Zambians need answers to questions like: How many Zambians run the economy? How do the majority participate in economic development? And where do citizens...
Feature Economy
Happy New Year! Fuel Prices Ring in 2025 with a K1 Increase
Happy New Year! Fuel Prices Ring in 2025 with a K1 Increase
Start 2025 with a "bang" as petrol prices see an unexpected rise of...