CTPD rates Zambia’s 2021–2025 economic performance as positive
THE Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) has assessed Zambia’s economic performance between 2021 and 2025 as a positive macroeconomic turnaround, but cautions that the recovery remains structurally fragile and incomplete. Speaking at a town hall meeting, CTPD Executive Director Isaac Mwaipopo highlighted that while fiscal discipline had been restored, the economy remained vulnerable…...
Civil servants receive K700 salary hike
GOVERNMENT and public service unions have concluded negotiations on improved conditions of service for civil servants, resulting in a K700 salary increment on basic pay. Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) president Blake Mulala has described the increment as a win-win outcome, noting that it is likely to trigger additional benefits such as housing allowances…....
Maid admits stealing $13,000 from employer
A 30-YEAR-OLD maid has appeared before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court and pleaded guilty to stealing US$13,000 from her employer. In this matter, Violet Mwanza is charged with the offence of theft by servant, contrary to Sections 272 and 278 of the Penal Code, Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia. Particulars of the offence allege…...
ERB approves K3.74bn energy investment
THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 42 licences and construction permits, representing an investment pledge worth K3.74 billion, to boost energy infrastructure and services across the country. In a statement, Thursday, ERB Public Relations Manager Namukolo Kasumpa said the Board had also approved the licensing of 205 petroleum transportation fuel tankers. “The Energy Regulation…...
Kwacha hits K18 per dollar
THE Zambian kwacha has gained strength against major convertible currencies, reaching K18.4 against the US dollar as at close of business yesterday. The K18 rate is the highest gain the country has recorded in years. In June 2023, the kwacha traded at about K17.75. Since then, it had skyrocketed to about K28 to a dollar…....
Zambia, Ghana visa-free travel to boost trade, tourism – Govt
THE Ministry of Tourism says the introduction of a visa-free travel arrangement between Ghana and Zambia will stimulate tourism growth and boost trade and investment. Ministry Principal Public Relations Officer Nelly Banda says the arrangement will facilitate seamless movement for tourists, business communities, students, professionals and cultural practitioners. In a statement, Thursday, Banda said this…...
70 new constituencies will take effect when Parley dissolves – ECZ
THE Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has told the Constitutional Court that the People’s Pact’s petition, seeking to halt the delimitation exercise, is premature, as it seeks to prevent the Commission from performing its constitutional function. ECZ Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro has submitted that the commission has already commenced the implementation of the constitutional…...
Most African countries remain dependent on donors – Mahama
GHANAIAN President John Mahama says many African countries have remained dependent on donors for health and education systems, and supplies of critical minerals. President Mahama notes that African countries should leverage their natural resources in order to achieve economic transformation. Meanwhile, President Mahama says following an MoU that has been signed between Zambia and Ghana,…...
Mulungushi Textiles concludes machinery tests ahead of reopening
MULUNGUSHI Textiles machinery has been successfully installed and tested in readiness for the commissioning of the facility later this year. Speaking during the tour and test run of the facility, Thursday, Commerce Minister Chipoka Mulenga said since President Hakainde Hichilema came into power in 2021, industries had been reopened in Central Province. “We’ve been informed…...
News Diggers Edition 2186 Friday February 6, 2026
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