AIRTEL Africa says it will deploy 277 new sites in Zambia in the next three months to address poor network challenges in the country. The company adds that its total mobile money base in the... […]

GOVERNMENT has revealed that the Lusaka City Council’s revenue increased to K13.9 million in June 2026, from the K61,000 collected in January. Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development Permanent Secretary for Administration Gabriel Pollen,... […]

THE Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) says the annual Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket (BNNB) for a family of five increased by K349.50 from K11,763.38 in June 2025 to K12,112.88 in June 2026. But... […]

GOVERNMENT says it has extended the temporary suspension of fuel tax waivers for a further 90 days. Cabinet In April approved the temporary suspension of Excise Duty and Zero Rating of Value Added Tax (VAT)... […]

ZESCO has pledged to support Fibrecom’s network expansion, saying the company’s 2026 to 2030 strategic plan promotes Zambia’s digital transformation. And Fibrecom says it aims to be the leading broadband provider by 2030. Speaking at... […]

ZAMBIA International Trade Fair (ZIFT) Chief Executive Officer Noman Maule says 1,000 exhibitors from 23 countries are expected to participate at this year’s event. The Zambia International Trade Fair commenced yesterday and will run to... […]

ECONOMIST Dr Trevor Hambayi says the country must aim to attain at least $50 billion in reserves to create a sovereign fund that addresses budget execution, debt and industrialisation. Zambia’s reserves currently stand at $6.5... […]

THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has announced a reduction in pump prices for diesel to K28.11 from K32.11, while petrol has been reduced to K26.15 from K27.15. In a statement, Tuesday, ERB Board Chairperson James... […]

ECONOMIST Professor Lubinda Haabazoka says a stable kwacha and low inflation are critical and cannot be separated from the cost of living. Professor Haabazoka has also expressed disappointment at public debates trivialising Zambia’s foreign reserves... […]

THE Minerals Regulation Commission (MRC) has announced that the mining and non-mining rights licensing committee has started reviewing various applications. In a statement, Monday, MRC Board Chairperson Matongo Matamwandi said the Committee would ensure transparency... […]