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Lusaka Mayor Chitambala Mwewa has called for global partnerships in smart city solutions, waste-to-value innovation and digital destination marketing at the 2nd Global City Tourism Summit in Busan,…
Lusaka Mayor Chitambala Mwewa seeks smart city, waste innovation and digital marketing partnerships to support sustainable tourism at the Busan summit.
President Hakainde Hichilema seeks Parliament’s approval to create, merge and dissolve ministries, with State House citing efficiency and better public services.
The kwacha’s closing rate is set by banks trading dollars with one another, not by the Bank of Zambia. Lubinda Sinyani explains who brings dollars in, who takes…
The Congo River could supply a much larger share of Africa’s electricity. Dr Kelvin Kamayoyo argues that turning Inga’s potential into useful power requires cross-border grids, credible financing…
Lusaka City Council announces a closure of the Chongwe-bound section between Levy Mwanawasa and Hybrid roundabouts from 26 October to 12 November 2026. Motorists should use Hybrid and…
Denny Kalyalya wants Zambia’s resources to deliver jobs and better livelihoods. The practical test is whether investment produces functioning services and lasting work.
Hichilema honours independence heroes and distinguished citizens as Zambia turns 62, urging Zambians to turn freedom into opportunity under the Grow Zambia agenda.
