Business & Economy
Buseko Market Fire Destroys Traders’ Property in Lusaka
A late-night fire damaged timber stalls and traders' property at Buseko Market in Lusaka. Police say losses remain unquantified and the cause is still under investigation.
Business & Economy
Analysis and reporting on Zambia’s business environment, markets, policy and economic outlook.
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Election 2026 Economics
Six Parliamentary Seats Challenged Before the Lusaka High Court
Former ministers Paul Kabuswe and Sylvia Masebo are among six losing candidates petitioning their 13 August parliamentary results at the Lusaka High Court. Four petitions come from UPND…
Leadership & Governance
Hichilema’s Second Inauguration: Zambia Now Waits for the Cabinet That Will Define His Final Term
As Hakainde Hichilema prepares to take the oath for a second term, attention turns from Tuesday’s ceremony to the cabinet that must tackle debt, energy, mining, jobs and…
Leadership & Governance
NRPUP Leaders Charged With Treason as Case Docket Rises to 18
Eighteen people now face treason charges in Zambia, including Patrick Mwansa and Valden Findlay, after NRPUP leaders were arrested and charged, lawyer Milner Katolo tells MUVI TV News.
Business & Economy
Lusaka on a Sunday Morning: Intercity Slowly Comes to Life
At first light, Lusaka’s Intercity Bus Terminus reveals the workers, travellers and small transactions that connect the capital to the rest of Zambia.
Banking & Finance
Mobile Money Has Expanded Financial Inclusion, But What Has It Changed for Users?
The article draws on statistics contained in the 2025 FinScope Survey. It argues that while mobile money has driven the increase in Zambia's formal financial inclusion from 61.3%…
Election Economics
Zambia’s 126,556 Rejected Ballots: Inside the Case for a National Civic Education Drive
More Zambians spoilt their presidential ballot on 13 August 2026 than voted for the third- through thirteenth-placed candidates combined. LDF Chairman and CEO Jordan Nkonde says the figure…
Economic Diplomacy
Hichilema’s re-election draws messages from 31 countries and five global institutions
At least 31 countries and five international organisations have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema following his re-election, opening a new phase of diplomatic and economic engagement for Zambia.