Election 2026 Economics
ZAF Prays for Peaceful Elections Ahead of Zambia’s 2026 Vote
The Zambia Air Force has held an intercessory prayer service in Lusaka, calling for peace, unity and credible elections ahead of Zambia’s 2026 vote.
Election Economics
Chitambo’s 13 August Vote: The Local Economy Takes Centre Stage as Chembe Kunda Runs Independent
Chembe Kunda’s independent bid for Chitambo Town Council chairperson puts local revenue, markets, services and accountability at the centre of the 13 August vote.
Inflation & Cost of Living
Zambia’s Inflation Is Back in Target. Why Relief May Still Feel Slow
Inflation has returned to the Bank of Zambia’s target range and the policy rate has edged lower. But higher fuel costs, softer growth and the legacy of earlier…
Politics
HH Highlights Education Investments, Urges UNZA Students to Back UPND in August Elections
President Hakainde Hichilema has highlighted Government's progress in improving higher education, citing the resolution of sanitation challenges at UNZA's Great East Road Campus, increased student accommodation allowances, continued…
Health & Lifestyle
Zambia’s Cancer Diseases Hospital Reopens Radiotherapy Wing After Five-Year Closure
Zambia has recommissioned the Cancer Diseases Hospital's radiotherapy wing after a five-year closure, ending routine medical evacuations for radiation treatment. Here's what it means economically.
Leadership & Governance
EAZ Elections 2026: Why Its Rulebook Needs Fixing First
Ahead of its September 2026 Elective AGM, the Economics Association of Zambia faces calls to reform how its Electoral Committee is appointed and who qualifies to lead, a…
Leadership & Governance
HH Accords Official Funeral to Dr. Namani Monze
President Hichilema has accorded an official funeral to Southern Province Permanent Secretary Dr. Namani Monze and declared 4 August 2026 a day of national mourning.
Zambia Economy 2026
Zambia Cuts August 2026 Fuel Pump Prices
ERB cuts Zambia's August 2026 pump prices: petrol to K25.29, diesel to K26.86, as falling global oil prices outweigh a weaker kwacha.