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The Mathematical Derivative of the Torah
A Zambian economist goes looking for a tax philosophy in the Torah and returns with a provocative case for a 10 percent benchmark, transparent church reporting and welfare…
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Election 2026 Economics
Zambia Says EU Election Recommendations Must Fit National Priorities
Zambia has told the EU Election Observation Mission that it welcomes the final report due in late October, while making clear that any adopted reforms must comply with…
Election 2026 Economics
Mutotwe Kafwaya Farewell Service Set for Lusaka Today
Mourners are due to gather in Lusaka on 27 August 2026 for the farewell service of former Lunte MP and cabinet minister Mutotwe Kafwaya.
Election Economics
Nicholus Obby Mainza Is Running for EAZ President on a Record, Not a Promise
The National Secretary who tripled EAZ membership and mobilised over K3 million is asking members to promote him on 4 September. Election Economics feature.
Election 2026 Economics
Senior Chief Kambombo Congratulates Hichilema, Calls for Bigger FISP and Chama Road Works
The Chama traditional leader wants more farmers on FISP, more money in agriculture and the Chama-Lundazi and Chama-Matumbo roads fixed in President Hichilema's second term.
Election 2026 Economics
Police Recover ECZ Laptop Stolen After Mandevu Election
Police say an ECZ laptop allegedly stolen after the 13 August election in Mandevu was recovered from an abandoned Honda Fit displaying a number registered to a truck.
Economic Diplomacy
IMF Congratulates Hichilema, Signals Support for Zambia’s Next Reform Phase
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema and pledged continued support as Zambia prepares for talks on a successor Fund programme.
Economic Diplomacy
President Hichilema Hosts Chinese Ambassador Han Jing for Courtesy Call in Lusaka
LUSAKA, Zambia — President Hakainde Hichilema this afternoon received a courtesy call from the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Zambia, His Excellency Han Jing, at…