Business, markets, companies, mining, banking, economy, and entrepreneurship in Zambia.
Business, markets, companies, mining, banking, economy, and entrepreneurship in Zambia.
Canada has returned a resident High Commissioner to Zambia after more than 15 years, following President Hakainde Hichilema’s call for stronger diplomatic presence to deepen trade, investment and economic partnerships under the Grow Zambia agenda. Ministry of Information and…
The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has reached three million metric tonnes of maize in national strategic reserves, the highest level ever recorded in the country, with the milestone reached in September as the 2026 crop marketing season continues. FRA Executive Director, Justin…
Farmers in Chifunabuli District have begun redeeming their farming inputs under the 2026/2027 Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP). Chifunabuli District Marketing Development Officer, Dolnald Sikazwe said 472 farmers have so far successfully redeemed their inputs through the…
President Hakainde Hichilema has told eight newly accredited ambassadors and high commissioners that his Government will anchor its foreign policy on economic diplomacy to deliver the Grow Zambia Agenda, urging them to bring investors, trade and tourists from their countries over…
Minister of Green Economy and Environment Gilbert Siame has underscored the importance of research and development and has called for the development of a learning programme at the University of Zambia (UNZA) that can make a meaningful contribution to the Ministry, particularly…
UPND Chikankata Member of Parliament (MP) Jacqueline Sabao has called on the government to set up more Food Reserve Agency (FRA) satellite depots in her constituency to enable farmers to easily access the maize market. Ms Sabao says Chikankata has recorded a good harvest this…
The Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM) has urged job seekers to continuously upgrade their skills to remain relevant in the changing labour market. ZIHRM Vice President Clement Chipungu says academic qualifications alone are no longer sufficient, as employers…
The North-Western Province Small-Scale Mining Association has commended Government for its efforts to formalise artisanal mining operations in Mufumbwe District. Speaking in an interview with the media, Association Strategic Planning and Implementation Consultant Mukumbi Kafuta…
Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) Managing Director, Cuthbert Malindi, has left the company following a mutual separation agreement with the Board of Directors. According to a statement made available to the media by ZRL Board of Directors, the separation took effect on September 17,…
Zambia’s maize reserves hit record 3.1 million tonnes The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) is holding a record 3.1 million tonnes of maize in national strategic reserves. Executive director Justin Chuunka says this puts Zambia “beyond secure” on food for the first time in the…
