Steady Growth and Fiscal Gains Mark Zambia’s Q2 2025, But Challenges Persist
Zambia’s economy recorded steady improvements in the second quarter of 2025, supported by a stronger kwacha, easing inflationary pressures and
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Hichilema Hails Landmark $1.25bn FQM Investment at Kansanshi Mine
President Hakainde Hichilema has hailed the official launch of First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM) Kansanshi S3 Expansion Project as a “remarkable
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Zambia Shuts Down Two Chinese Mines Over Illegal Gold, Copper Processing
The Zambian Government has suspended operations at two Chinese-operated mines in Kasempa District, North-Western Province, after uncovering illegal processing of
Read MoreKwacha Trading in Fragile Equilibrium
The Zambian kwacha weakened for a second consecutive session, closing above K23.300/$, amid strong corporate demand for foreign currency. Trading
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Zambian Govt Calls for Accurate Production Reporting and Improved Housing for Mine Workers
The Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development has urged mining companies to comply with regulatory requirements and accurately declare production
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Ex-ADB Vice President Urges Zambia to Harness Rare Minerals for Economic Growth
Former Africa Development Bank (ADB) Vice President, Professor Steve Kayizzi-Mugerwa, has called on Zambia to capitalise on its rare minerals,
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Mozambique President Praises AfDB’s Adesina for 10 Years of Impact
Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo has praised Dr Akinwumi Adesina for a decade of “transforming ambition into outcomes” during his tenure
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Zambia’s Mining Sector Shows Strong Growth in Second Quarter of 2025 – Minister Kabuswe
The Zambian mining sector continues to demonstrate a robust growth trajectory, according to a press briefing held today by Honourable
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ZCCM-IH Distributes Dividends to Shareholders Following Strong 2024 Performance
ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has distributed dividend cheques to its key shareholders, including the Ministry of Finance and National
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Bank of Zambia Maintains Policy Rate at 14.5% as Inflation Trends Downward
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Zambia has opted to maintain the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at
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