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Chusa Sichone

Stories bylined Chusa Sichone at Times of Zambia, gathered on Lakatips with a link to each original.

9 stories

  • Politics

    I went to market Zambia-HH

    President Hakainde Hichilema says his two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates was aimed at promoting Zambia’s Grow Zambia Agenda, dismissing claims that he travelled abroad for medical treatment.

    Times • • 1 min read
  • Politics

    Expect more investment inflows

    President Hakainde Hichilema says Zambia expects to secure more investment deals beyond the US$2.14 billion agreements reached during his two-day working visit to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with ongoing negotiations potentially pushing the total to US$3 billion or more.

    Times • • 1 min read
  • Agriculture

    FRA maize purchases hit record K20bn

    The Food Reserve Agency is expected to close the 2026 Crop Marketing Season today after recording a historic purchase of more than 2.7 million tonnes of maize, at an estimated cost of K20 billion.

    Times • • 2 min read
  • Politics

    No tension in Zambia

    President Hakainde Hichilema has warned Zambians against portraying the country negatively, saying such actions could undermine investor confidence and the nation’s reputation.

    Times • • 3 min read
  • Zambia

    57,000 cars face deregistration

    About 57,000 vehicles are set to be de-registered from the National Vehicle Register for remaining inactive for more than five years, a move expected to address non-compliance with statutory requirements and lost Government revenue.

    Times • • 1 min read
  • Politics

    Dont’ derail agenda-HH

    President Hakainde Hichilema has warned that false and damaging social media posts could undermine the Grow Zambia Agenda by discouraging investment, urging Zambians not to damage the economy and to respect the law.

    Times • • 1 min read
  • Politics

    Every citizen is important

    President Hakainde Hichilema has praised Maggie Sapatu, who walked for 18 days from Mwinilunga to Lusaka to appreciate his leadership, and Jeremiah Tembo, who cycled from Lusangazi to attend his inauguration.

    Times • • 2 min read
  • Crime & Courts

    ACC probes border bribe, facilitation fee scams

    Zambia’s Anti-Corruption Commission has launched investigations into alleged bribery and demands for facilitation fees at Chirundu and Livingstone border posts.

    Times • • 1 min read
  • Politics

    Zambia-US ties outlook bright

    President Hakainde Hichilema says Zambia and the United States are looking to strengthen ties through increased trade, investment and cooperation.

    Times • • 1 min read