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Business
World Bank urges reforms to unlock private sector growth
THE World Bank has urged governments to accelerate reforms that strengthen the private sector, saying competitive businesses will be critical to creating jobs, attracting investment and raising living standards as developing economies grapple with a rapidly expanding workforce. In its latest weekly…
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Politics
Resolute Party Distances Itself from Dr. Phiri’s Hichilema Endorsement
The Resolute Party has officially distanced itself from former party official Dr. Martin Phiri’s endorsement of President Hakainde Hichilema, insisting that his actions were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the party’s position. In a statement issued by Secretary…
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Africa & World
Shoppers can now pay with their mobile wallet at Zambia’s largest retailer
Customers can now pay with their preferred mobile wallet at Shoprite stores across Zambia, giving them more choice at checkout and a simple, convenient way to complete their purchases. Mobile money adoption continues to surge in Zambia as consumers increasingly move from traditional payment methods…
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Politics
State Repression on Cards – Kamanga
ZAMBIA is sliding into political repression ahead of the August 13 general elections, with violence, intimidation and selective application of the law threatening the credibility of the electoral process, Elias Kamanga has warned. Mr Kamanga, the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and…
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Politics
Veep pledges faster palace construction By MUBITA KATETE
VICE President Mutale Nalumango has assured traditional leaders in Mansa that roads leading to their palaces, as well as other feeder roads, will be rehabilitated. Ms. Nalumango said the government has equipped local councils with road maintenance machinery through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to…
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Politics
HH is President, should avoid street language – Mundubile
LEADING presidential contender Brian Mundubile has lashed out at President Hakainde Hichilema that he should at all times avoid using his emotions and personal anger in his campaigns, which has seen him use profane and un-presidential language against his perceived political opponents…
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Politics
PF is Dead, Buried, Forget About It – Hichilema
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has branded the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) as a reincarnation of the Patriotic Front (PF) to which Zambians should never return because the former ruling party is dead and buried and shall never resurrect. President…
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Politics
I told the police they wouldn’t stop Chamboli rally – Kalobo
NATION REPORTER PAVYUMA Kalobo has said he had told the police officers that despite detaining him for interrogation over claims of keeping firearms, they would not stop the mega rally in Kitwe’s Chamboli township of Wusakile constituency because Zambians are decided about changing government. Mr…
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Politics
We can’t fly, we’re blocked on road – Mundubile
…but says the revolution for change is unstoppable as he and his running mate, Makebi are determined to deliver the change the Zambians are demanding, vows they are ready to die to save Zambia’s democracy, rule of law By NATION REPORTER “THE UPND government has…
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Politics
HH must apologise to Garry’s mother – Chigaga
…the wife to late former Finance Minister in UNIP government says it is highly un-presidential for Mr Hichilema to verbally abuse an elderly woman only for the reason that she is the mother to a politician whom the President does not like By NATION REPORTER…
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Politics
Yuyi moved from Copperbelt
…taken to Lusaka where he will have to wait for redeployment after a spate of violence against Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu whose campaigns have suffered harassment from UPND cadres and blockades from the police By BARNABAS ZULU COPPERBELT Province Police Commanding…
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Politics
HH ungrateful to Garry – Kampyongo
… says President Hakainde Hichilema has repaid a one-time confidant with persecution after years of support By NATION REPORTER FORMER Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security Stephen Kampyongo has accused President Hakainde Hichilema of showing “high ingratitude” towards Gary Nkombo despite standing by him…
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Sport
Flying Fish extols FIFA World Cup final experience
FLYING Fish says the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina provided the perfect platform to bring football lovers together through music, fashion and entertainment, reflecting the brand’s vibrant identity. Spain were crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after edging defending…
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Sport
Eam Zambia boxers advance with 3 victories in Glasgow Games
Team Zambia’s boxing team continued its impressive run at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with three impressive victories on Sunday. Catherine Mwape, Mwengo Mwale and Emmanuel Katema all advanced to the next stage of their respective weight categories. Making her Commonwealth Games…
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Politics
Zambia’s Opposition Leader Brian Mundubile Addressed the Media on 28/07/26 Watch the Presser
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Business
Stop taxing inputs before production – ZAM
THE Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has urged Government to stop taxing manufacturing inputs before production begins, arguing that the current tax regime is driving up factory costs, reducing competitiveness and slowing industrial growth. Speaking during the 2026 Pre-Budget Meeting, ZAM Policy…
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Africa & World
comprehensive Mine Closure Planning Guidelines
ZAMBIA has, for the first time, unveiled comprehensive Mine Closure Planning Guidelines in a landmark move aimed at ending decades of abandoned mine sites, environmental degradation and poorly managed mine closures that have left lasting scars on communities and ecosystems. The guidelines…
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Africa & World
Dangote refinery raises record $2.5bn in landmark equity deal
DANGOTE Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has raised US$2.5 billion through a private equity placement, in what the company says is the largest publicly disclosed private placement in Africa. The fundraising exercise was 3.7 times oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor demand for a stake…
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Business
Stop taxing inputs before production – ZAM
THE Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has urged Government to stop taxing manufacturing inputs before production begins, arguing that the current tax regime is driving up factory costs, reducing competitiveness and slowing industrial growth. Speaking during the 2026 Pre-Budget Meeting, ZAM Policy…
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Business
Sugilite wasn’t stolen – NPA
THE 23 tonnes of sugilite at the centre of Zambia’s high-profile Luapula mining scandal, once estimated by Nkana Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu to be worth over US$50 million, were lawfully returned to a Syrian-owned construction company whose registered business activities do not include mining…
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Sport
creation.Copper Queens wind up Algeria camp with friendly
ZAMBIA’S Copper Queens return to the pitch for the second warm up match for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco next week with a full strength squad against hosts Algeria which effectively winds up the 10-day camp in the…
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Business
CEC Powering Zambia’s Renewable Energy Future and the Journey to 10,000 Megawatts
As Zambia pursues an ambitious target of generating 10,000 megawatts of electricity to power industrial growth, mining expansion and economic transformation, one company is increasingly positioning itself at the centre of the country’s renewable energy revolution. The Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) is…
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Business
Outsourcing can help fulfil job creation promises, says entrepreneur
GLOBAL entrepreneur JW Oliver Jr. has urged Zambia’s political leaders to leverage the outsourcing industry to deliver on their promises of creating jobs, saying the sector has the potential to generate employment opportunities within a short period. Speaking ahead of the August…
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Business
BoZ explains delays in Investrust payouts
THE Bank of Zambia (BoZ) says the liquidation of Investrust Bank Plc is being conducted in line with the law, insisting that no creditor or former employee will receive preferential treatment as the central bank works to maximise recoveries from the failed…
