Kwacha
The kwacha against the dollar, and what moves it.
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Business
Kwacha depreciation pushes dollar to K19
According to the StockBrokers Zambia Weekly Equity
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Government Releases 107 Million Kwacha to Support Education Institutions
Government has disbursed 107 million Kwacha to public universities and...
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Government Invests 3.6 Million Kwacha in Industrial Yard Equipment
Government has allocated 3.6 million Kwacha for new equipment to...
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Kwacha drops nearly 1%, but bureau shrugs off impact
The Stockbrockers report, seen by the Zambian
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Business
Two Women Nabbed with Fake Kwacha
Two women have been apprehended in Mazabuka, Southern Province, for alleged possession of counterfeit...
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With copper prices above $14,600/ton, Kwacha should be around K10/Dollar – Exper
An economic analyst has raised concerns over
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Copper prices booms to above $14,600/ton, why is the Kwacha not coming down to below K15/Dollar?
An economic analyst has raised concerns over
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State Challenges Musukwas Bid to Retain Assets Worth 100 Million Kwacha
The state has opposed former Minister RICHARD MUSUKWA’s bid to prevent the seizure of his...
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Entertainment
Local beats ignite Kwacha Music Awards hype
Zambia's Kwacha Music Awards has confirmed 27 November 2026 as the date for its highly anticipated ceremony, with organisers promising a transparent nomination process driven directly by nationwide radio airplay.
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Business
Strong Kwacha excites Kitwe car dealers
MATHEWS KABAMBA Kitwe SOME used car importers have welcomed the continued appreciation of the Kwacha, saying the stronger local currency is restoring confidence in the motor vehicle market. The Kwacha has been bullish against the United States dollar in recent weeks, trading around K17 to…
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Business
Kwacha extends losses for third consecutive session
The Zambian Kwacha extended its decline against the United States dollar for a third consecutive session on Friday, as increased demand for hard currency continued to weigh on the local unit. According to Bloomberg data, the kwacha lost about 0.18 percent against the dollar to…
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Kwacha extends losing streak to seven consecutive trading sessions
The Zambian kwacha extended its losing streak to seven consecutive trading sessions on Wednesday as continued demand for United States dollars outweighed available foreign currency supply. According to Bloomberg data, the Kwacha weakened by 0.41% to close just below K20 per dollar, reflecting persistent hard…
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Kwacha gains as copper prices recover
The Kwacha strengthened slightly against the United States dollar on Friday as increased foreign currency inflows from corporate conversions and central bank support improved supply on the market. Absa Bank Zambia said the dollar opened interbank trading at K19.625/K19.675 before the Kwacha gained 2.5 ngwee…
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Kwacha extends losses against dollar
The Zambian Kwacha remained under pressure yesterday, extending its losses against the United States dollar for a second consecutive session. According to Bloomberg data, the local currency depreciated by 0.71 percent to close just above K19.30 per dollar, as sustained demand for hard currency from…
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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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Kwacha maintains stability as dollar supply meets demand
The Zambian Kwacha remained stable against the United States dollar on Friday, as foreign exchange supply matched demand on the market, according to ABSA Bank Zambia. The bank said the local currency traded at K19.8500 and K19.9000 against the dollar on the interbank market throughout…
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Kwacha Music Awards 2026: Nominees Announced, Public Voting Opens
The nominees for the 8th Sun FM Kwacha Music Awards have officially been unveiled, setting the stage for another major celebration of Zambia’s music industry. The 2026 nominations bring together established music stars, emerging artists, producers, songs and projects across a wide range of categories…
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Business
Kwacha set for weekly loss as dollar demand outweighs supply
The Zambian Kwacha is on course for a weekly loss after weakening for a fourth consecutive trading session, as robust demand for United States dollars from corporates and importers continued to outstrip foreign exchange supply. According to Access Bank market commentary, the local currency depreciated…
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Kwacha strengthens against dollar despite third consecutive weekly loss
The Zambian Kwacha strengthened against the United States dollar on Friday but still ended the week with its third consecutive weekly loss as demand for foreign currency continued to outstrip supply. Bloomberg report showed the local currency appreciated by 0.27 percent to close just below…
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Business
ERB keeps September fuel prices unchanged despite Kwacha pressure
Zambia’s Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has maintained September prices for petrol, diesel, kerosene and Jet A-1 fuel despite higher international oil prices and depreciation of the Kwacha against the U.S. dollar. The ERB said the decision was supported by policy interventions, including the zero-rating and…
