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8 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We’ll decide on Zesco’s tariff hike proposal this Thursday – ERB

ENERGY Regulation Board (ERB) Chairperson James Banda says a decision on Zesco’s application for an emergency tariff hike will be made this Thursday. And Zesco Managing Director Victor Mapani says the current situation is so...

7 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We’ve attracted $12bn in investments in mining sector – Kabuswe

MINES and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe says the upcoming Mining Insaka will serve as a timely reminder to locals and the world of Zambia’s mineral wealth. Kabuswe has also disclosed that the country has...

7 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We want to on-board 1,400 health facilities on SmartCare Pro before year end – Smart Zambia

SMART Zambia National Coordinator Percy Chinyama says his institution wants to ensure that 1,400 health facilities in Zambia have the SmartCare Pro facility before the end of this year. Speaking on the sidelines of the...

7 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Nakonde airport construction to start this year – HH

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has disclosed that money has been allocated for the construction of an airport in Nakonde District, Muchinga Province, with the project set to commence this year. The Head of State has also...

6 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Musokotwane can talk of low tax compliance after dismantling domestic arrears – Hambayi

ECONOMIST Trevor Hambayi says Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane can only speak to the issue around low tax collection after dismantling government’s debt to entrepreneurs such as suppliers and contractors. On Monday, Dr Musokotwane said he...

6 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Kenya-Zambia flight issues resolved, Zambia Airways will fly into Kenya – Govt

MINISTER of Transport and Logistics Frank Tayali says the issues that could have led to the possible suspension of Kenya Airways flights into Lusaka effective Tuesday, October 8, 2024, have been resolved. In a letter...

4 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We’re working with google to deliver a centre of excellence in emerging technology – Mutati

SCIENCE and Technology Minister Felix Mutati has disclosed that his ministry is working with Google to deliver a centre of excellence in emerging technology in Zambia. Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu has...

3 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Govt’s response to non-adjustment of PAYE unsatisfactory – JCTR

THE Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) says government’s justification for not adjusting the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax in the 2025 national budget is not satisfactory. The centre says it is important for...

3 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Africa should prioritise digital, financial inclusion to drive economic growth – Musokotwane

FINANCE and National Planning Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane has encouraged African countries to prioritise digital and financial inclusion in order to drive economic growth, empower their people and build resilience. And Science and Technology Minister Felix...

2 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

It’s ridiculous for ZRA not to extend Smart Invoice incorporation deadline – TCZ

TOURISM Council of Zambia (TCZ) Chairman Yousuf Zumla says it is ridiculous for the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) not to extend the deadline for imposition of penalties for non-use of Smart Invoice. On Monday, ZRA...