Election 2026 Economics
The Campaign Is Over. It Is Time to Work.
Hon. Sunday Chanda calls on Zambia to leave campaign mode behind, unite after the 2026 election and focus on delivery across roads, health, farming, jobs and public institutions.
Leadership & Governance
State House Denies Hichilema Ordered Court Closures as Access Questions Persist
State House says President Hakainde Hichilema did not order Zambia's court closures on 24 August, while legal and civil society groups continue to question their timing and impact…
Economic Diplomacy
Zambia and Suriname Target Trade and Investment as Alibuzwi Presents Credentials
Zambia and Suriname have identified trade, agriculture, energy, mining, investment and education as areas for deeper cooperation following Ambassador Sitali Alibuzwi's accreditation.
Economic Diplomacy
Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa Congratulates Hichilema on Re-Election
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, expressing confidence in Zambia's continued peace, stability and development.
Business & Economy
Ba Lusaka: Great East Road Town-Bound Lane Closes Until 2 October
Lusaka City Council has announced a temporary closure of Great East Road's town-bound carriageway between Puma Filling Station near Chelstone Tank and Hybrid Roundabout from 25 August to…
Agriculture & Mining
Chisuku Presses Sinomine Kitumba on Mumbwa Jobs as Farmers Report FRA Bag Shortage
Clarence Chisuku says discussions have begun with Sinomine Kitumba over local jobs and community investment, while farmers at three FRA depots report shortages of empty maize bags.
Agriculture & Mining
Zambia’s Copper Target Needs an Economy Built Around It
Copper output reached 890,346 tonnes in 2025. Reaching three million by 2031 will require Zambia's power, water, transport, skills and safeguards to grow with its mines.
Leadership & Governance
Police Cite Security Assessments After Courts and Government Offices Close
Zambia Police says security checks at selected government premises are intelligence-led and preventive, following closures at courts and other public offices on 24 August 2026.