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Zambia’s Inflation Falls to 12.3% as Economy Shows Signs of Stability 1

Zambia Records Lowest Inflation in Two Years and Strong Trade Surplus Zambia’s economy is showing encouraging progress, with inflation declining for the third consecutive month. In September, the annual inflation rate fell to 12.3% from 12.6% in August, marking the lowest level in nearly two years and signaling improved economic stability.Strong Trade Performance Beyond inflation, Zambia is also recording gains in external trade. In August, the country achieved a K3.3 billion trade surplus, a sharp rise from July’s K400 million surplus. This improvement reflects stronger export performance and a healthier… Read More Here

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MAAMBA 100 MW SOLAR POWER PLANT COMMENCES CONSTRUCTION

September 28, 2025September 28, 2025 Constance

New solar project at Maamba in Southern Province signals bold step in diversifying energy mix and reducing load-shedding. MAAMBA, ZAMBIA – Maamba Solar Energy Limited has launched the construction of a 100 megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Maamba, Southern Province, in what the government has described as a “game-changing” step towards ending the power crisis and advancing Zambia’s climate and energy goals. The project was officially launched by the Minister of Energy, Hon. Makozo Chikote, MP, on 22nd September at a groundbreaking ceremony attended by government officials, investors, community… Read More Here

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GoviEx Uranium Files Key Environmental Report for Muntanga Project in Zambia

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 Constance

GoviEx Uranium Advances Muntanga Project with Environmental Report Filing in Zambia TSX-V-listed GoviEx Uranium has formally submitted the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) report for its Muntanga uranium project in Zambia to the Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA). This follows an earlier draft ESIA submission earlier this year, which ZEMA reviewed without raising objections and subsequently requested GoviEx to proceed with the final filing. A Crucial Step in Project Development Prepared in compliance with Zambian regulations and international best practices, the ESIA is a fundamental requirement for securing an… Read More Here

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Zambia Launches First Geological Survey Digital Store to Boost Mining Transparency and Investment

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 Constance

Zambia Unveils Geological Survey Digital Platform to Modernize Mining Data and Attract Investors The Government of Zambia has officially launched the country’s first-ever Geological Survey Department (GSD) Digital Store, a landmark step in national digital transformation and smarter natural resource management. The launch ceremony was held at the Taj Pamodzi Hotel in Lusaka. Speaking at the event, Ms. Kasali Musenge, Acting National Coordinator of the Smart Zambia Institute, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to hosting and managing the platform locally. “This initiative underscores our dedication to building home-grown digital solutions that… Read More Here

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Zambia to Add 740 MW of Solar Power as President Hichilema Pushes Renewable Energy Drive

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 Constance

Zambia Announces Major Solar Expansion to Combat Power Shortages and Achieve 1,000 MW Target President Hakainde Hichilema has unveiled ambitious plans to tackle Zambia’s chronic power shortages through a major shift toward renewable energy, announcing that over 740 megawatts (MW) of new solar capacity will come online within the next 12 months. Speaking during the Fifth Session of the Thirteenth National Assembly, President Hichilema acknowledged the impact of electricity outages on both citizens and businesses. “We feel the pain and frustration of power outages faced by our citizens, which include… Read More Here

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Zambia Revenue Authority Seizes Millions in Crackdown on Non-Compliant Mining Firms

September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 Constance

Zambia Revenue Authority Cracks Down on Tax Evasion in Mining Sector, Seizes K3.7M and US$3,091 The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has seized over K3.7 million and US$3,091 in suspected undeclared income during an enforcement operation targeting four non-compliant mining companies in Kasempa District. The operation, conducted by ZRA’s Investigation Department, focused on Katenge Resources Ltd, Ken Reliable, Sunion Investment, and Sino Octascene, as part of the authority’s broader efforts to combat tax evasion and ensure compliance with tax laws. During the raid, Huang Qingyi, a director of Sino Octascene, was… Read More Here

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Firering Restarts Limeco Quicklime Plant in Zambia and Secures 10-Year Mining Licence

September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 Constance

Firering Boosts Zambia Quicklime Output with Licence for 50+ Years of Production AIM-listed Firering Strategic Minerals has restarted operations at its Limeco quicklime facility in Zambia following upgrades to its kilns, while also securing a ten-year mining licence for its Tier 1 limestone deposit—expected to sustain more than 50 years of production. The company announced that Kiln 1, which first came online earlier this year, has been refurbished with a new induced draft fan motor and variable speed drive, enabling a steady throughput of 45 to 50 tonnes per day.… Read More Here

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US Backs Zambia’s Copper and Cobalt Expansion to Counter China’s Dominance

September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 Constance

USTDA Funds $1.4M Metalex Study to Boost Zambia’s Copper and Cobalt for US Supply Chains The United States is intensifying efforts to secure critical minerals outside China’s control, backing the expansion of a copper and cobalt facility in Zambia. On Thursday, the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) awarded a $1.4-million grant to Metalex Africa, a subsidiary of Texas-based Metalex Commodities, to finance a feasibility study for expanding its Kazozu mine in Zambia’s North-Western Province. The study will assess the potential to produce up to 25,000 additional metric tonnes of… Read More Here

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FQM BACKS ZAMBIA’S ENERGY AGENDA TO POWER 3 MILLION TONNES OF COPPER PRODUCTION

September 16, 2025September 16, 2025 Constance

First Quantum Minerals (FQM) is investing in Zambia’s energy infrastructure to help the nation achieve its ambitious target of 3 million tonnes of annual copper production. The company emphasised that expanding generation capacity and modernising transmission systems are essential not only for mining growth but also for powering Zambia’s broader economic development and supplying critical minerals for the global energy transition. Speaking at the 2025 Energy Forum for Africa, FQM’s Infrastructure Lead for Zambia, Jed Goldstein, highlighted the company’s dual approach: securing reliable energy for its operations while driving strategic… Read More Here

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Zambia Disputes Scale of Toxic Acid Spill from Sino Metals Mine

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025 Constance

Zambia Challenges Claims of Massive Acid Spill at Sino Metals Mine, Launches Cleanup Efforts The Zambian government has rejected an independent estimate of the toxic acid spill from a Chinese-owned copper mine in February, insisting the incident was far smaller than critics claim and that cleanup operations are already in progress. Acting Minister of Green Economy and Environment Collins Nzovu confirmed the government’s support for Sino Metals Leach Zambia Ltd.’s official spill estimate. He dismissed allegations that authorities were downplaying the scale of the disaster. “Based on the records we… Read More Here