President Hakainde Hichilema has revealed that First Quantum Minerals contributed 3.5 billion United States dollars to the Zambian economy in 2025. He says this represents a 307 percent increase from its contribution in the year 2020, which was at 850 million US dollars in the year 2020. President Hichilema has explained that in the year […]

President Hakainde Hichilema has called for unity among United Party for National Development (UPND) members ahead of the August 13 general elections, urging party structures to support all adopted candidates. Speaking shortly after arriving at Solwezi Airport for a one-day working visit, President Hichilema said the country needs Members of Parliament who support his vision […]

…but says he has managed to navigate the most difficult economic storms in four years and ten months, having taken over a country that was burdened by debt, economic difficulties compounded by drought, cholera and mismanagement By MUBITA KATETE THE four years and 10 months of the UPND government have been traumatic, having inherited […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

…despite the mining giant securing the largest quota stating that priority remains domestic smelting and value addition By NATION REPORTER MOPANI Copper Mines (MCM) has announced that it has no immediate plans to export copper concentrate despite once again receiving the largest allocation under a government waiver permitting the export of the semi-processed mineral. […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Nyirenda vows to restore Nyasa Big Bullets’ lost glory By BENEDICT TEMBO FORMER Chipolopolo coach Wedson Nyirenda has vowed to restore a winning mentality at Malawian giants FCB Nyasa Big Bullets after signing a two-year contract with the club. Unveiled on Wednesday, Nyirenda noted the stature of his new side, describing Big Bullets […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

By BENEDICT TEMBO ONLY two Zambian golfers have made the cut at the ongoing Mopani Zambia Open golf tournament at Nkana Golf Club in Kitwe. Stallion Daka, an amateur golfer and Dayne Moore, professional, are the two Zambians standing after day two of the 72-hole tournament. Daka of Lusaka Golf Club and South Africa-based […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

Mexico’s Raul Jimenez celebrates scoring their second goal. – REUTERS/Pawel Kopczynski© Thomson Reuters MEXICO got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in an encounter with three red cards as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to a cloud of red mist at […] To continue reading, you must subscribe to either DAILY, WEEKLY or MONTHLY Plans.

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia, ECZ, has lifted the suspension of all political campaign activities in Mazabuka Central Constituency with immediate effect. In a public notice seen by Mwebantu, Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro said the decision followed a review of the prevailing situation in consultation with stakeholders. “The review has confirmed that the conditions […]

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema was in North-Western Province today for a day-long working visit, where he urged UPND supporters to remain united ahead of the Aug 13 elections. Addressing supporters at Solwezi Airport this morning, HH said the party must “pull in one direction” to secure votes for UPND candidates at all levels. “We should not […]

NATIONAL Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), president Brian Mundubile has pledged to reserve mining waste dumpsites for small-scale miners, popularly known as jerabos, if elected. Speaking at a campaign rally at Kitwe Playing Fields ahead of the Aug 13 election, Mundubile said local youth should be the primary beneficiaries of mining opportunities. Once […]