Election 2026 Economics
EU Deploys Short-Term Observers Ahead of Zambia’s 13 August Election
The EU Election Observation Mission has deployed 32 short-term observers, bringing its election-day presence in Zambia to about 100 people.
Business & Economy
Analysis and reporting on Zambia’s business environment, markets, policy and economic outlook.
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Election 2026 Economics
Sabao makes Sunday appeal for another term in Chikankata
Chikankata MP Jacqueline Sabao has based her re-election appeal on farming, youth opportunities, community participation and continued development under the UPND.
Election 2026 Economics
Hichilema promises expanded social support in Milenge campaign appeal
President Hakainde Hichilema has promised expanded social protection, agricultural support and public facilities for Milenge as he urged voters to back the UPND.
Business & Economy
Chaminuka chief executive Stelios Sardanis killed in Chisamba attack
Chaminuka Resort chief executive Stelios Sardanis, 64, has died after unknown assailants broke into his residence and assaulted him, police say.
Business & Economy
Zambia Says Petroleum Procurement Debt Has Fallen to US$210 Million
The Ministry of Energy says Zambia's petroleum procurement debt fell to about US$210 million by July 2026, but has not published a supplier-by-supplier balance.
Agriculture & Mining
FRA Crop Marketing: Real Test is Transparency and Speed
Zambia's 2026 crop marketing season will test more than FRA's ability to purchase maize. Kelvin Chisanga argues that the real measure of success will be how quickly farmers…
Election 2026 Economics
The Viral 57% Poll Is Fake: What Zambia’s Real Economic Numbers Say
A viral graphic claims Mundubile leads Hichilema 57% to 41%. Its own numbers contradict each other. Here is how to spot the fabrication, and what Zambia's real economic…
Leadership & Governance
Mundubile’s BBC Interview Puts Zambia’s Opposition Economic Vision on the International Stage
Mundubile's BBC interview drew international attention to Zambia's opposition, but left key economic questions on debt, jobs and living costs largely unanswered.