Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Zambia Calls For Stronger Global Action On Development Financing At FFD4
Lusaka Times
·
July 1, 2025
Zambia has called for renewed global urgency in addressing development financing gaps, particularly in the global south, with five years left to meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speaking ahead of the Fourth International...
Zambia launches largest grid-connected solar power project
Xinhua News Agency
·
LUSAKA, June 30 (Xinhua) -- Zambia on Monday launched a 100-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic (PV) project, the country's largest grid-connected solar initiative to date, marking an important step toward addressing its ongoing energy deficit. The...
Zambia launches 100 megawatt solar plant supplying First Quantum Minerals
African Mining Market
·
June 30, 2025
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema on Monday opened the country’s biggest grid-connected solar power plant, built by PowerChina, which will supply electricity to copper miner First Quantum Minerals. The 100 megawatt Chisamba project is expected...
President Hichilema Commissions Zambia’s Largest Solar Plant, Paving the Way for Energy Sovereignty
Lusaka Times
·
July 1, 2025
President Hichilema commissions Chisamba solar plant In a landmark achievement for Zambia’s energy sector, President Hakainde Hichilema yesterday officially commissioned the 100MW Chisamba Solar Power Plant in Central Province — the largest solar...
Silver Strikers’ Chimwemwe Idana seals 2-year contract with Zambian outfit ZANACO
Maravi Express
·
June 30, 2025
Won Man of the Match award after a wonderful perfomance against Karonga United last Wednesday * The jersey number 44 came to Area 47, conquered and left an indelible mark in the hearts of many * The Silver Strikers Board, management, staff and...
Zambia’s Economy Stabilizing, Poised for Growth – Dr. Haabazoka Gives Three-Year Forecast
Zambian Observer
·
June 30, 2025
Zambia’s Economy Stabilizing, Poised for Growth – Dr. Haabazoka Gives Three-Year Forecast Zambia’s economy is emerging from a difficult recession and entering a phase of stable, moderate growth, with prospects for a new boom on the horizon this,...
Parliamentary Committee Engages Zambia Police and Police Scotland on GBV and Child Protection Best Practices
Zambian Observer
·
June 30, 2025
Parliamentary Committee Engages Zambia Police and Police Scotland on GBV and Child Protection Best Practices Lusaka, 30 June 2025 The Committee on National Guidance and Gender Matters, chaired by Honourable Mutotwe Kafwaya, today held a strategic...
Association between hepatitis B co-infection and elevated liver stiffness among HIV-infected adults in Lusaka, Zambia
Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia
·
June 30, 2025
The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) and global partners conducted a study to assess the prevalence and correlates of liver disease among adults with HIV at the start of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Lusaka. To do this,...
A Year Without Justin Shonga: Remembering a Zambian Football Legend
ZamFoot
·
June 30, 2025
Today, August Mulenga reflects on the one-year anniversary of the passing of his former teammate and close friend, Justin Shonga. The two footballers shared countless memories on and off the pitch, both representing Zambia’s national team, the...
Exclusive: Konkola Blades and Atletico Lusaka reach agreement over Timothy Sichalwe
ZamFoot
·
June 30, 2025
Newly promoted MTN Super League side Konkola Blades and ZPL National League side Atletico Lusaka have reached an agreement over forward Timothy Sichalwe, the ZamFoot Crew can exclusively reveal. The ZamFoot Crew understands that Sichalwe is set to...
Zambia to Commission Largest Solar Power Plant as Part of Energy Diversification Drive
Open Zambia
·
Zambia’s largest solar power plant is set to be officially commissioned tomorrow by President Hakainde Hichilema. The $100 million Chisamba Solar Power Plant, with a capacity of 100 megawatts, marks a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing...
ZAMBIA ARMY UN PEACEKEEPER TO BE BURIED TODAY
Zambian Observer
·
June 30, 2025
ZAMBIA ARMY UN PEACEKEEPER TO BE BURIED TODAY Zambia Army UN peacekeeper Corporal Stephen Sakachoma will be buried in Lusaka today. The young soldier died in Central African Republic after succumbing to gunshot wounds sustained in an attacks. His...
Zambia Police Summon Hon. Prof Nkandu Luo Despite Bereavement
Zambian Observer
·
June 30, 2025
Amb. Emmanuel Mwamba writes: Zambia Police Summon Hon. Prof Nkandu Luo Despite Bereavement Police Summon and Demand that Prof Nkandu Luo, Despite Having a Bereavement of Losing a Daughter, Must Report to Service HQs Today at 09;00hrs Lusaka-...
Mwaka Halwiindi Viral Video Original: Influencer Reacts After 'Mwaka Halwiindi Trending Video in Zambia' Searches Go Viral
Latestly
·
June 30, 2025
The phrase “Mwaka Halwiindi trending video in Zambia” along with related searches such as “Mwaka Halwiindi viral video original”, “Mwaka Halwiindi viral video YouTube”, “Mwaka Halwiindi trending video download”, “Mwaka Halwiindi trending video...
Court prevents burial of ex-Zambian leader due to state-family feud
MENAFN
·
June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A South African court has stopped the burial of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, moments before a private ceremony was set to begin, due to a disagreement between his family and the Zambian government over funeral plans. Mourners...
Accra inches towards end of debt path, but Lusaka’s cash flow woes continue
Africa Confidential
·
30 Jun 2025 PREVIEW Ghana has taken another key step towards stabilising its economy after its parliament approved a debt restructuring deal on 24 June with 25 creditor nations, including China, France, Britain, Germany and the United States....
DNA Mapping Project Sheds New Light on Zambia’s Ecosystems
Daily Nation
·
June 30, 2025
BARNABAS ZULU A groundbreaking conservation initiative is unlocking the hidden dynamics of African ecosystems using cutting-edge DNA technology. The Molecular Ecological Network Analysis (MENA) project is utilising environmental DNA (eDNA) to...
SAME DAM – ZAMBIA DIMS, ZIMBABWE POWERS UP
Zambian Observer
·
June 30, 2025
SAME DAM – ZAMBIA DIMS, ZIMBABWE POWERS UP As Zambia battles deepening power shortages and extended load-shedding hours, neighboring Zimbabwe is moving in the opposite direction promising 21 hours of uninterrupted electricity starting July 1,...
The Legendary Ashos Melu: A Zambian Football Icon
ZamFoot
·
June 30, 2025
Ashos Melu, affectionately known as “Super Ash” for his exceptional dribbling skills and powerful shots, was born on June 6, 1957, in Chililabombwe. Growing up in this mining town, Melu developed a passion for football, which would eventually take...
Enhancing strategies to challenges of local content and value-addition in Zambia’s mining sector
News Diggers
·
June 30, 2025
Traditionally, Zambia’s mining sector and the economy has been dominated by copper mining with poor downstream processing activities. Current copper exports are around 820,000 tonnes (www.mining.com 2025) and is expected to reach 3 million tonnes...