Bumba Mulenga
Stories bylined Bumba Mulenga at Zambia Monitor, gathered on Lakatips with a link to each original.
139 stories
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Business
Bank of Zambia demands full disclosure on financial products to consumers
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has directed financial service providers to ensure consumers fully understand the products they are signing up for, saying customer protection went beyond simply presenting contracts for signature. BoZ Assistant Director for Consumer Protection and Market Conduct, Banji Milambo, said consumers…
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Business
Zambian Kwacha extends gains for fourth session on month-end dollar supply
The Zambian Kwacha extended gains against the U.S. dollar for a fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, supported by increased foreign currency supply ahead of month-end, Access Bank Group said. The local currency appreciated 0.67% to close just below K19.5200 per dollar, according to Bloomberg data…
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Africa & World
11 killed in mass shooting at South Africa residential property
At least 11 people have been killed in a mass shooting at a residential property in KwaMakhutha township near Durban, South Africa. Police said gunmen stormed a house late Tuesday and opened fire on 14 people, killing 10 at the scene. Four others were taken…
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Zambia
133 Burundians among 143 foreigners removed by Zambia immigration department in enforcement operation
Zambia’s Department of Immigration has removed 143 foreign nationals found to be unlawfully present in the country and deported a Tanzanian national declared a prohibited immigrant, the department said on Wednesday. The operation, conducted on Tuesday, involved 133 Burundians, seven Rwandans and three Tanzanians, Chief…
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Business
ZCCM-IH seeks faster implementation of local content policy in mining sector
ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) has called for faster implementation of local content measures in Zambia’s mining sector to ensure rising mineral production creates more opportunities for local businesses and citizens. ZCCM-IH Board Chairperson, Phesto Musonda, said growth in the mining sector should translate into…
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Technology
Techbytes: She Code Africa, Apify launch women-focused hackathon (Techcabal)
African women in technology are set to get an opportunity to turn their coding and technical skills into income-generating products under the Apify × SCA BuildHer Hackathon 2026. The hybrid programme, launched by She Code Africa and Apify, will challenge participants to develop technology solutions…
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Business
FAO launches $500,000 project to transform Zambia food systems
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a US$500,000 two-year project aimed at transforming Zambia’s food systems, improving food security and strengthening resilience to climate and economic shocks. The Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP), titled “Catalyzing Transformative and Sustainable Food Systems…
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Business
Zambia moves to open AfCFTA opportunities for women, youth
Zambia has begun the process of domesticating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Protocol on Women and Youth in Trade, with the government calling for practical measures to increase the participation of women and young people in regional and continental commerce. In a statement…
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Politics
Presidential third-term debate emerges in Zambia weeks after Hichilema swearing-in
Barely weeks after President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in for a second term, a social media debate over Zambia’s presidential term limits has emerged, with political commentators and some supporters of the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) calling for the constitutional limit to…
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Business
Kwacha ends nine-day losing streak, as pressure on South African rand eases
The Zambian Kwacha halted its nine-day losing streak on Friday, gaining 0.21% against the U.S. dollar to close just below K19.75 per dollar, according to Bloomberg data. The local currency’s advance came after it failed to sustain a break below the K19.70 per dollar level…
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Africa & World
Ethiopian armed groups form alliance to challenge Abiy government
Several armed groups fighting Ethiopia’s federal authorities have announced the formation of a new alliance aimed at removing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government. The coalition, named the Alliance for Survival, brings together the Fano militia in Amhara, the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), the Tigray People’s…
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Lifestyle
‘You don’t need to be perfect,’ Mampi reflects on music journey
Zambian musician, Mampi, has reflected on her journey in the entertainment industry, sharing a before-and-after photo collage that highlights her transformation over the years while encouraging fans to remain faithful through life’s challenges. The singer posted two side-by-side photographs on social media — one from…
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Zambia
Govt says EU wrong on election crisis, as seven international legal bodies raise rule-of-law concerns. See our top 10 stories of the week
In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. Seven international legal organisations have raised concerns over the rule of law in Zambia following developments surrounding the Aug. 13 general election, citing alleged restrictions on access to justice, security-force…
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Business
Copper experiences continuous gain as Chinese demand offsets U.S. pressure
Copper prices are heading for an 11th weekly gain in the past 12 weeks, trading around $14,460 a tonne as stronger Chinese demand and signs of tightening supply offset pressure from a more hawkish U.S. Federal Reserve. According to Access Bank Group, the latest gains…
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Zambia
US says Zambia remains priority partner, backs modernisation of military
The United States has reaffirmed Zambia’s status as a priority partner and said it was ready to deepen defence and security cooperation, including support for the modernisation of the Zambian military. Executive Director to the Deputy Under Secretary of the United States Air Force for…
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Business
Zambia extends tax amnesty to boost compliance, revenue as ZRA pays K21.2bn in VAT refunds
Zambia has launched an extended tax amnesty offering eligible taxpayers relief from penalties and interest as the government seeks to improve compliance and strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation. The Extended Voluntary Disclosure Programme, running from Sept. 17 to Dec. 31, 2026, allows eligible taxpayers to voluntarily…
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Africa & World
Ninth woman’s body found in South Africa as Ekurhuleni killings investigated
South African police have discovered the body of a ninth woman in Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, as investigators probe a series of women’s deaths reported across the area since July. The latest victim was found partially naked and wrapped in a sheet in Dawn Park…
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Business
Zambia’s Kwacha weakens as dollar demand outpaces supply
Zambia’s Kwacha extended its losses against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday as increased demand for foreign currency outweighed relatively modest supply on the market. According to Absa Bank Zambia’s daily market commentary, the USD/ZMW pair opened at K19.5500/19.9018 before the Kwacha shed 2.5 ngwee to…
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Business
Zambia’s Finance Minister, Musokotwane, orders revenue collection drive
Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has directed the Ministry to intensify revenue collection by improving tax compliance, enforcement and efficiency across existing revenue streams. Musokotwane said Zambia needed to maximise revenue from both tax and non-tax sources while closing loopholes through which public…
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Crime & Courts
Zambian man jailed for transporting Ethiopian migrants
A 32-year-old Zambian man has been sentenced to two years in prison for aiding illegal immigration after he was found transporting Ethiopian nationals in eastern Zambia, the Department of Immigration said. Jack Banda was convicted by the Katete Magistrate Court on Tuesday and fined K80,000…
