Business
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Mining dependence has affected agric, tourism – MwanakatweThe Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Margaret Mwanakatwe says continued dependency on the mining industry as a major driver of the economy has left other sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, tourism and ICTs largely […]
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French Embassy unveils Pavilion at 2017 AgriTech expoThe French Embassy in Lusaka says the 2017 AGRITECH Expo to be held in Chisamba this weekend will for the first time feature the French Pavilion. The AGRITECH Expo provides a unique opportunity for Zambian […]
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Lungu launches NRB Pharmaceutical at MFEZUPDATE 17:00 HOURS President Edgar Lungu says he will maintain law and order in the country in order for businesses to flourish. “I will maintain law and order whatever it takes, because business does not […]
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Agritech Expo will highlight need for diversification – ZNFUZambia National Farmers Union (ZNFU) Media Liaison and Public Relations officer Calvin Kaleyi says this year’s Agritech Expo show will highlight the importance of diversification in agriculture. In a statement, Kaleyi said the expo which […]
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Farmers need business training – SiliyaAgriculture Minister Dora Siliya says farmers must have access to innovation and business management training in order for them to treat farming as a business. Giving a statement on behalf of the Africa Group at […]
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ZRA waives outstanding taxes for allZRA Commissioner General Kingsly Chanda says it is cheaper to be tax compliant than to be caught evading it. Chanda was speaking to journalists when he launched the ZRA Tax Amnesty on interest and penalties […]
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Minister admits: Zesco power increase was determined by politicsEnergy Minister David Mabumba has admitted that the increment in electricity tariffs was to a larger extent determined by politics and emotions. And Mabumba says it was the responsibility of the electricity consumers to make […]
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Govt must stop foolishness of selling land to foreigners – MbitaVeteran politician Mbita Chitala says the “foolish conduct by government” of selling land to foreign investors must come to an end. In a statement today, Chitala who is MMD founder and businessman, said foreigners who […]
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Women participation in manufacturing excites UN country repUnited Nations resident coordinator Janet Rogan says she is encouraged to see many talented women venturing into the manufacturing sector in Zambia. Rogan was speaking at the inaugural seminar and award ceremony on women’s participation […]
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Lungu applauds 50 ngwee increase in cotton pricePresident Edgar Lungu today officiated that the National Field Day organized by NWK Agri-services in Sinazongwe where he applauded the 50 ngwee increase in cotton prices. Addressing traditional leaders, Cabinet Ministers and local farmers among […]
