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Musokotwane presents k284.8 billion 2027 budget
Economy

Musokotwane presents k284.8 billion 2027 budget

Minister of Finance and National Planning Situmbeko Musokotwane has presented a proposed National Budget of 284.8 billion kwacha for the year 2027, equivalent to 28.4 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Dr Musokotwane says 2027 will be highly financed through domestic revenues of about K233.7 billion, representing 82.1 percent of the total budget. Speaking […]

Lusaka Times
Nov 6, 2026
Engineers challenged to catalyze Grow Zambia Agenda
Economy

Engineers challenged to catalyze Grow Zambia Agenda

Government has urged engineers to play a pivotal role in contributing to the achievement of the Grow Zambia Agenda through quality infrastructure development. Ministry of Infrastructure and Urban Development Permanent Secretary Albert Malama, said infrastructure remains a key driver of economic growth, and engineers are at the centre of delivering the projects that will transform […]

Lusaka Times
Nov 6, 2026
Zambia, US Deepen collaboration in conservation
Economy

Zambia, US Deepen collaboration in conservation

Zambia and US have agreed to deepen private sector investment in Zambia’s green economy, focusing on wildlife conservation, electric mobility and sustainable agri-food systems The Minister of Green Economy and Environment Gilbert Siame has since invited US investors to partner with government in developing sustainable businesses that will benefit the investors, and local communities, Speaking [...

Lusaka Times
Nov 6, 2026
MRC Seeks strong mining Regulation as it plots2027–2031 Strategic Plan
Economy

MRC Seeks strong mining Regulation as it plots2027–2031 Strategic Plan

The Minerals Regulation Commission (MRC) has called for strengthened regulatory oversight, transparency, accountability and stakeholder collaboration to enhance the governance and management of Zambia’s mineral resources. The Commission says its inaugural Strategic Plan for 2027–2031 will provide a clear roadmap for strengthening mineral regulation, improving service delivery and ensuring that ...

Lusaka Times
Nov 5, 2026
Zambia accelerates Energy diversification
Economy

Zambia accelerates Energy diversification

Ministry of Electricity, Principal Public Relations Officer, Bob Sianjalika says Zambia has embarked on an energy diversification programme aimed at reducing the country’s dependence on hydroelectricity and increasing power generation capacity to 10,000 megawatts by 2031. Speaking in an interview with the media today, Mr Sianjalika says the move follows the lessons learnt from the […]

Lusaka Times
Nov 4, 2026
Catholic church urged to support Grow Zambia agenda
Economy

Catholic church urged to support Grow Zambia agenda

A Catholic clergy in Monze, Father Cletus Mwiila, has urged the church to support the government’s Grow Zambia Agenda by actively contributing to national development. Father Mwiila also called on Christians to continue praying for President Hakainde Hichilema so that God grants him wisdom and guidance as he governs the nation. He noted that the […]

Lusaka Times
Oct 29, 2026
ZRA targets K185 billion in revenue collection
Economy

ZRA targets K185 billion in revenue collection

Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) Commissioner General Dingani Banda says the authority has set a revenue collection target of K185 billion for this year. Mr Banda says achieving the target requires effective tax administration and cooperation among taxpayers, government, businesses and other stakeholders. He said this in a speech read on his behalf by Acting Director […]

Lusaka Times
Oct 26, 2026
ZRA sensitises Lavushimanda residents on Tax Compliance
Economy

ZRA sensitises Lavushimanda residents on Tax Compliance

The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has embarked on a sensitisation programme in Lavushimanda District, Muchinga Province, to educate residents and business owners on its mandate and the importance of tax compliance.  ZRA Ndola Tax Consultant Officer Jacinta Banda said the programme was encouraging individuals and business owners to register their businesses and obtain individual Taxpayer […]

Lusaka Times
Oct 26, 2026
Chilanga acting DC calls for digital learning
Economy

Chilanga acting DC calls for digital learning

Chilanga Acting District Commissioner Maureen Chilende has urged schools to embrace technology for the development of digital skills for learners. Speaking when she officiated at the Great Scholars Academy Private School’s Ninth Graduation Ceremony, Ms Chilende said the world of technology is rapidly changing, hence schools must evolve to acquire new knowledge and skills in […]

Lusaka Times
Oct 23, 2026
Lufuma calls on youths to engage in productive activities
Economy

Lufuma calls on youths to engage in productive activities

 Kabompo East Member of Parliament (MP) Ambrose Lufuma has called on young people to engage in productive activities that will contribute to the attainment of the Grow Zambia Agenda. Mr Lufuma says youths should be active participants in national development by becoming producers, innovators, entrepreneurs and job creators rather than relying on formal employment. Contributing […]

Lusaka Times
Oct 22, 2026
ZRA calls for stronger international cooperation in tax administration
Economy

ZRA calls for stronger international cooperation in tax administration

Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) Commissioner General, Dingani Banda, has called for stronger international cooperation among tax administrations to address increasingly complex transactions, rising taxpayer expectations and other emerging challenges in revenue collection. In a speech read on his behalf by Acting ZRA Commissioner General, Ernest Sigande, at a reception hosted by the British High ...

Lusaka Times
Oct 15, 2026
President Hichilema focuses on delivering tangible economic benefits to citizens
Economy

President Hichilema focuses on delivering tangible economic benefits to citizens

President Hakainde Hichilema says the focus of his second term will be to translate the macroeconomic stability achieved over the past five years into tangible benefits for citizens. President Hichilema has set ambitious economic growth targets for Zambia, which include increasing annual copper production to three million tonnes, attracting five million international tourist arrivals and […]

Lusaka Times
Oct 9, 2026