James Kunda
Stories bylined James Kunda at Times of Zambia, gathered on Lakatips with a link to each original.
13 stories
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Politics
HH sets economic tone
President Hakainde Hichilema says the Government will focus on building a diversified and resilient economy over the next five years to create jobs, expand business opportunities and address the cost of living under the Grow Zambia Agenda.
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Politics
Lobito Corridor a Lifeline-HH
The Lobito Corridor connecting Zambia, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is key to achieving the Grow Zambia Agenda and the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), President Hakainde Hichilema has said. The Head of State said that the multi-billion Dollar Lobito project…
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Politics
Enact laws which enhance unity and growth – HH
President Hakainde Hichilema has urged the 14th National Assembly to enact legislation that supports the Grow Zambia Agenda, creates jobs and expands economic opportunities for Zambians.
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Health
150 ZAMMSA staff fired!
A forensic audit has exposed inflated procurement prices, missing stock records and alleged diversion of medicines at the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA), leading to the separation of all 150 employees as Government moves to restructure the agency.
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Business
Fuel pricing model must change – HH
Zambia is considering moving away from monthly fuel price adjustments to a two- or three-month pricing cycle to give businesses and households greater certainty when planning.
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Business
Zambia inks $2.14bn deals in UAE
Zambia has signed six investment agreements worth US$2.14 billion with United Arab Emirates investors, covering healthcare, renewable energy, logistics, technology and biotechnology, including a US$2 billion medical city planned for Lusaka.
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Business
Implement local content law
President Hakainde Hichilema has urged mining companies to increase Zambian participation in the sector while challenging Mopani Copper Mine to raise production towards the country’s three-million-tonne annual copper target.
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Politics
HH dates United Arab Emirates
President Hakainde Hichilema is in Abu Dhabi for high-level bilateral talks and a business forum, as Zambia seeks to deepen economic ties and attract investment from the Middle East.
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Politics
Zambia a bastion of peace – HH
President Hakainde Hichilema has told the United Nations General Assembly that Zambia remains peaceful, stable and open for partnerships and investment, urging the international community to support the country’s development agenda.
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Politics
Zambia on prosperity path under HH – UN
Outgoing UN Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali has praised President Hakainde Hichilema for steering Zambia through significant economic and climate challenges, stating the nation is now firmly on the path to prosperity.
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Politics
Diplomacy Vital
President Hakainde Hichilema says Zambia will leverage economic diplomacy to attract investment, deepen trade and strengthen international partnerships in driving the Grow Zambia Agenda over the next five years.
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Politics
Done and Dusted: All 224 MPs sworn in
Zambia’s 224 new MPs have been sworn in ahead of the first session of the 14th National Assembly, with senior lawmakers urging them to put national interests ahead of personal or political gain.
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Politics
China toasts HH victory
China says President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election reflects the confidence and trust of Zambians in his leadership, as both countries reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and accelerating the TAZARA revitalisation project.
