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From Idea to Action: Practical Business Tips from 1xBet Business School
A business often starts with one clear question: what do people need, and how can I provide it better, faster or more reliably? In Zambia, many business ideas come from everyday needs: food near busy areas, tailoring, phone repairs, delivery, fresh products or services that…
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Mfumu Nkazi Cooperative Makes History with Three Platinum Awards, Emerges Most-Voted Brand at 2026 Southern Africa Brand Quality Awards
Zambia’s Mfumu Nkazi Multi Purpose Cooperative has etched its name in the history books after winning three Platinum Awards at the 2026 Southern Africa Brand Quality Awards and emerging as the most voted-for brand in this year’s competition. The cooperative also became the first cooperative…
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Keeping Zambia Moving: The Impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Yango Partner Drivers, Couriers, Passengers and Customers
As football fans across Zambia gather to watch the World Cup, the tournament is shaping more than just conversations around the beautiful game. Across Lusaka, it is also changing how people move around the city, how they order food, and how partner drivers and partner…
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Keeping Zambia Moving: The Impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Yango Partner Drivers, Couriers, Passengers and Customers
As football fans across Zambia gather to watch the World Cup, the tournament is shaping more than just conversations around the beautiful game. Across Lusaka, it is also changing how people move around the city, how they order food, and how partner drivers and partner…
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No more medas for fertiliser – HH
…promises that he is planning to expand the FISP programme that would ensure all eligible farmers would have to receive adequate fertiliser, seed packs if the UPND is voted back into power By MUBITA KATETE PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has pledged that there shall be no…
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Kwatamo Touch Muli Coca-Cola! Ndola Turns Up At The 2026 Zambia International Trade Fair
Excitement. Music. Laughter. Winning moments. That was the atmosphere at the 2026 Zambia International Trade Fair on Saturday, 4 July, as thousands of people flocked to the showgrounds to experience one of Zambia’s biggest and most anticipated annual events. Celebrating its Silver Jubilee, this year’s…
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Bus Fares Drop Nationwide Following Fuel Price Reduction
THE Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) has announced a reduction in bus fares nationwide, effective July 6, 2026, following a downward adjustment in fuel pump prices. In a statement issued by Chilufya Mwelwa, Head – Public Relations. RTSA said the revision was approved by…
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ZRA Raids Picton Management in Lusaka Over Suspected Tax Evasion
THE Zambia Revenue Authority has raided Picton Management Company Limited over suspected tax evasion and financial irregularities in its manufacturing operations. In a statement issued by Mr. Oliver Nzala, Manager for ZRA Corporate Communications. ZRA said preliminary investigations point to possible under-declaration of production and…
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The Yango Food iPhone giveaway is BACK!
Yango Food is once again giving customers the chance to win big, with THREE iPhone 17s up for grabs this July. Here’s how to enter: 🍔 Place 5 Yango Food orders worth K160 or more between 1st and 31st July 🎉 Get automatically entered into…
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Zambia’s GDP Is Likely to Leapfrog: Why the GDP Rebasing Exercise Could Transform the Country’s Economic Profile
By any economic standard, Zambia is on the verge of one of the most significant statistical transformations in its modern history. While many people associate economic growth solely with factories being built, mines opening, or exports increasing, there is another important…
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The Economy Is Like the Health of a Human Being: Macroeconomic Fundamentals Are the Body’s Vital Signs
When a patient walks into a hospital, the first thing a doctor does is not prescribe medication. Instead, the doctor conducts an examination by checking the patient’s vital signs. Blood pressure, pulse rate, body temperature, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, blood sugar…
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ZRA Commissions 220kW Solar System to Cut Grid Reliance
THE Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has commissioned a 220kWp solar power system in a bid to improve energy reliability and reduce costs amid national power challenges. Commissioner General Dingani Banda officially launched the project. It comprises a 120kW installation at ZRA Head Office in Lusaka…
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Mopani Copper Mine PLC Records Its Strongest Monthly Ore Production in Two Years
Mopani Copper Mines PLC has recorded its strongest monthly ore production in two years after producing 289,000 tonnes of ore in June 2026, while also exceeding its target for finished copper produced from its own feed. The mining company produced 5,140 metric…
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Airtel Affrica Reaffirms Commitment to Driving Sustainability Through Digital Inclusion in Zambia
Sunil Taldar, “Our commitment extends beyond providing connectivity. We are investing in education infrastructure because we believe every child deserves access to a quality learning environment.” By Gibson Zulu, Airtel Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainability, digital inclusion and socio-economic transformation across Zambia…
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Airtel Africa Reaffirms Commitment to Driving Sustainability through Digital Inclusion in Zambia.
Sunil Taldar, “Our commitment extends beyond providing connectivity. We are investing in education infrastructure because we believe every child deserves access to a quality learning environment.” By Gibson Zulu, Airtel Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainability, digital inclusion and socio-economic transformation across Zambia…
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Investors have regained appetite for Zambia after default, Citi says
Zambia’s mining, energy and agriculture sectors have drawn significant investor interest as the government’s fiscal consolidation gains traction after emerging from a sovereign default, said Citi’s country chief. “We have noted increased interest, especially when we have seen significant strides being made in terms of…
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Prominent Turkish Businessman Yunus Emre Fatmaoğulları Strengthens His Presence Across Africa
As Africa continues to experience rapid industrial growth and infrastructure development, Turkish businessman Yunus Emre Fatmaoğulları is emerging as one of the notable business figures contributing to the continent’s manufacturing and construction materials sector. Based in Zambia, Turkish businessman Yunus Emre Fatmaoğulları has built extensive…
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Experts call for stronger lending rules.
Credit analysts and public finance experts have called for stronger lending controls to stop loan defaults, warning non‑performing loans have weakened revenue, investment, and growth. In an interview with Lusaka Star, Credit Analyst Stella Chilumba said that policies implemented through the Credit…
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Pabington: Unified Platform for Digital Business Growth
Pabington is an all-in-one digital platform that helps businesses manage their online presence from a single dashboard. Instead of relying on multiple disconnected services, users can build websites, operate online stores, publish content, execute marketing campaigns, and engage with customers without constantly switching between applications…
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Civil Society Demands Transparency over US Health Aid, Minerals Talks
CIVIL society organisations and governance experts have intensified calls for transparency over proposed health and critical minerals agreements between Zambia and the United States, arguing that citizens deserve to know the contents of deals that could affect national sovereignty, healthcare and resource…
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ZRA seizes smuggled heavy-duty grader in Kapiri Mposhi, prevents K615,000 revenue loss
THE Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has seized a smuggled heavy-duty self-propelled motor grader and the commercial truck used to transport it in Kapiri Mposhi, preventing a revenue loss of more than K615,000. The interception occurred on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, during anti-smuggling patrols along the…
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ZAFFICO Eyes K1.8 Billion Revenue by 2029 Through Forestry Expansion
ZAMBIA Forestry and Forest Industries Corporation Plc has unveiled plans to grow annual revenue from K460 million in 2025 to K1.8 billion by 2029 as it seeks to become a fully integrated forestry and wood-processing company. Speaking at the Rights Issue Bell-Ringing Ceremony in Lusaka…
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Zambia’s annual inflation eases to 6.5% in June on lower food, fuel prices
ZAMBIA’s annual inflation rate slowed to 6.5% in June 2026, down from 6.6% in May, the Zambia Statistics Agency said. Speaking at the monthly inflation briefing in Lusaka, ZAMSTAT Statistician General Sheila Mudenda said the decline was driven by price movements in both food and…
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ZAFFICO Bell Ringing Ceremony | Rights Issue
#WATCH #LIVE #Mwebantu, We are coming to you live from the InterContinental Hotel in Lusaka as ZAFFICO marks a significant milestone with its Bell Ringing Ceremony in celebration of its Rights Issue. The event brings together leaders from ZAFFICO, the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), the…
