Zambia

Country Zambia
Capital Lusaka
Continent Africa
Currency Zambian kwacha(ZMW)
Languages English, Bemba, Tonga, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Kaonde, Nyanja & Chewa

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Introduction

The territory of Northern Rhodesia was administered by the [British] South Africa Company from 1891 until it was taken over by the UK in 1923. During the 1920s and 1930s, advances in mining spurred development and immigration. The name was changed to Zambia upon independence in 1964. In the 1980s and 1990s, declining copper prices and a prolonged drought hurt the economy. Elections in 1991 brought an end to one-party rule, but the subsequent vote in 1996 saw blatant harassment of opposition parties. The election in 2001 was marked by administrative problems with three parties filing a legal petition challenging the election of ruling party candidate Levy MWANAWASA. The new president launched an anticorruption investigation in 2002 to probe high-level corruption during the previous administration. In 2006-07, this task force successfully prosecuted four cases, including a landmark civil case in the UK in which former President CHILUBA and numerous others were found liable for USD 41 million. MWANAWASA was reelected in 2006 in an election that was deemed free and fair. Upon his abrupt death in August 2008, he was succeeded by his Vice President Rupiah BANDA, who subsequently won a special presidential election in October 2008.

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WCC Commission of the Churches on Health and Healing participates in 47th General Council of Christian Health Association of Zambia - World Council of ChurchesWCC Commission of the Churches on Health and Healing participates in 47th General Council of Christian Health Association of Zambia  World Council of Churches

US aid cuts were ‘long overdue’, Zambia’s president says - Financial TimesUS aid cuts were ‘long overdue’, Zambia’s president says  Financial Times

First Quantum stock rating upgraded by JPMorgan on Zambia operations - Investing.comFirst Quantum stock rating upgraded by JPMorgan on Zambia operations  Investing.com

Zambia’s Record Copper Production Meets a Red-Hot Market - Bloomberg.comZambia’s Record Copper Production Meets a Red-Hot Market  Bloomberg.com

Africa’s largest edible mushroom: Discover Zambia’s giant Ichikolowa and its incredible growth - Times of IndiaAfrica’s largest edible mushroom: Discover Zambia’s giant Ichikolowa and its incredible growth  Times of India

ADF-17: At replenishment meeting in Zambia, African Development Bank calls for bold investment partnerships to bridge Africa’s critical financing gap - African Development Bank GroupADF-17: At replenishment meeting in Zambia, African Development Bank calls for bold investment partnerships to bridge Africa’s critical financing gap  African Development Bank Group

Zambia’s President Highlights Digital Transformation as Key to Africa’s Economic Advancement - TechAfrica NewsZambia’s President Highlights Digital Transformation as Key to Africa’s Economic Advancement  TechAfrica News

2025 News items - Zambia formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Zambia formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

Chinese-linked mining firms in Zambia sued by Copperbelt farmers over 'ecological catastrophe' - BBCChinese-linked mining firms in Zambia sued by Copperbelt farmers over 'ecological catastrophe'  BBC

Zambia Seeks AfDB Support to Build AI-Driven Polytechnics and Innovation Village for Future Workforce - iAfrica.comZambia Seeks AfDB Support to Build AI-Driven Polytechnics and Innovation Village for Future Workforce  iAfrica.com

Is Zambia safe for people living with albinism? - DWIs Zambia safe for people living with albinism?  DW

Spotlight on basic education completion and foundational learning: Zambia | Global Education Monitoring Report - unesco.orgSpotlight on basic education completion and foundational learning: Zambia | Global Education Monitoring Report  unesco.org

Zambia warns those who violate cyber-crime laws - ITWeb AfricaZambia warns those who violate cyber-crime laws  ITWeb Africa

Sakala winner keeps Zambia's World Cup hopes alive - 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - africanfootball.comSakala winner keeps Zambia's World Cup hopes alive - 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers  africanfootball.com

How Imvelo Studios Is Building Zambia’s Art Ecosystem From the Ground Up - Artnet NewsHow Imvelo Studios Is Building Zambia’s Art Ecosystem From the Ground Up  Artnet News

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Renewable Energy for Vocational Training Schools in Zambia” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Renewable Energy for Vocational Training Schools in Zambia”  fundsforNGOs

Zambia and Nigeria Partner to Advance Digital Governance in Africa - TechAfrica NewsZambia and Nigeria Partner to Advance Digital Governance in Africa  TechAfrica News

In Zambia, African Development Fund reshapes the country’s agriculture and education landscape - African Development Bank GroupIn Zambia, African Development Fund reshapes the country’s agriculture and education landscape  African Development Bank Group

Zambia Calls for AfDB Partnership to Build AI-Focused Polytechnics and Innovation Hub - TechAfrica NewsZambia Calls for AfDB Partnership to Build AI-Focused Polytechnics and Innovation Hub  TechAfrica News

SMART Zambia Unveils Landmark Partnerships to Accelerate Digital Transformation - TechAfrica NewsSMART Zambia Unveils Landmark Partnerships to Accelerate Digital Transformation  TechAfrica News

Ministry of Technology and Science of Zambia and Huawei Jointly Launch the Global Smart Village Showcase, Exploring New Digital Transformation Modes for Villages - HuaweiMinistry of Technology and Science of Zambia and Huawei Jointly Launch the Global Smart Village Showcase, Exploring New Digital Transformation Modes for Villages  Huawei

Zambia Edges Tanzania to Stay in Race for World Cup Qualifier - Morocco World NewsZambia Edges Tanzania to Stay in Race for World Cup Qualifier  Morocco World News

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Zambia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Zambia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

IAEA Mission to Zambia Finds Strong Commitment to Nuclear Security, Encourages Focus on Capacity Building - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Mission to Zambia Finds Strong Commitment to Nuclear Security, Encourages Focus on Capacity Building  International Atomic Energy Agency

Tanzania & Zambia eye positive result in Group E assignment - supersport.comTanzania & Zambia eye positive result in Group E assignment  supersport.com

Russia Takes Major Step in Strengthening Ties with Africa, Adding Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Eswatini to Booming Visa-Free Travel Network - Travel And Tour WorldRussia Takes Major Step in Strengthening Ties with Africa, Adding Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Eswatini to Booming Visa-Free Travel Network  Travel And Tour World

Target A1 Mushima North Zambia: Advancements in Metals and Mining Stocks - Kalkine MediaTarget A1 Mushima North Zambia: Advancements in Metals and Mining Stocks  Kalkine Media

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Women Powering Change: Solar Entrepreneurship in Zambia” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Women Powering Change: Solar Entrepreneurship in Zambia”  fundsforNGOs

Zambia’s farmers face an uncertain future with climate change - America MagazineZambia’s farmers face an uncertain future with climate change  America Magazine

Hakainde Hichilema: Two men sentenced in Zambia for attempting to bewitch and kill president - BBCHakainde Hichilema: Two men sentenced in Zambia for attempting to bewitch and kill president  BBC

betPawa and Betway Must Pay 10% Excise Duty as Zambia Court Rejects Attempt to Stop Betting Tax Enforcement - iGamingToday.combetPawa and Betway Must Pay 10% Excise Duty as Zambia Court Rejects Attempt to Stop Betting Tax Enforcement  iGamingToday.com

Mastercard ties up with Airtel Money in Zambia - TelecompaperMastercard ties up with Airtel Money in Zambia  Telecompaper

Zambia presses China for more compensation after toxic spill in Kitwe copper mine - BBCZambia presses China for more compensation after toxic spill in Kitwe copper mine  BBC

Zambia: South African Firm Transferring Toxic Lead - Human Rights WatchZambia: South African Firm Transferring Toxic Lead  Human Rights Watch

We Have News: A Proud First for Zambia - And for Royal Zambezi Lodge - Atta TravelWe Have News: A Proud First for Zambia - And for Royal Zambezi Lodge  Atta Travel

Smart Zambia boosts citizen trust and service speed with Dynamics 365 Customer Service - MicrosoftSmart Zambia boosts citizen trust and service speed with Dynamics 365 Customer Service  Microsoft

Emmanuel Mwamba. . - facebook.comEmmanuel Mwamba. .  facebook.com

Zambia Still Grappling With Impact of Chinese Mining Disaster - Africa Defense ForumZambia Still Grappling With Impact of Chinese Mining Disaster  Africa Defense Forum

Zambia’s Copper Opportunity: Can the Workforce Keep Up? - World BankZambia’s Copper Opportunity: Can the Workforce Keep Up?  World Bank

New agro hub boosts 7000 smallholder farmers in rural Zambia - ESI-Africa.comNew agro hub boosts 7000 smallholder farmers in rural Zambia  ESI-Africa.com

Two men found guilty of witchcraft plot to kill Zambia’s president - The GuardianTwo men found guilty of witchcraft plot to kill Zambia’s president  The Guardian

Sickle hemoglobinopathy research in Zimbabwe and Zambia: setting up an international sickle cell disease registry - FrontiersSickle hemoglobinopathy research in Zimbabwe and Zambia: setting up an international sickle cell disease registry  Frontiers

Statement by Mr. Issaka Garba Abdou, Head of Governance and Human Rights, on behalf of H.E. Amb. Bankole Adeoye, the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, African Union Commission, at the Fourth Africa Business and Human Rights F - peaceau.orgStatement by Mr. Issaka Garba Abdou, Head of Governance and Human Rights, on behalf of H.E. Amb. Bankole Adeoye, the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, African Union Commission, at the Fourth Africa Business and Human Rights F  peaceau.org

Black Mountains in Zambia are more Profitable-Jubilee Metals South Africa’s???? Jubilee Metals is selling its chrome and platinum assets to One Chrome for $90 million, shifting focus to its expanding processing its newly acquired waste dumps and future copp - facebook.comBlack Mountains in Zambia are more Profitable-Jubilee Metals South Africa’s???? Jubilee Metals is selling its chrome and platinum assets to One Chrome for $90 million, shifting focus to its expanding processing its newly acquired waste dumps and future copp  facebook.com

Strengthening Pharmaceutical Capacity in the SADC Region: New Lab in Zambia - instagram.comStrengthening Pharmaceutical Capacity in the SADC Region: New Lab in Zambia  instagram.com

Teachers for All: Zambia - UnicefTeachers for All: Zambia  Unicef

From Classrooms to Roads: How Ordinary Citizens are Transforming Zambia and Kenya - World BankFrom Classrooms to Roads: How Ordinary Citizens are Transforming Zambia and Kenya  World Bank

India sends geologists to Zambia to explore copper and cobalt deposits, sources say - ReutersIndia sends geologists to Zambia to explore copper and cobalt deposits, sources say  Reuters

Zambia's Catholic bishops raise concerns over lack of public participation in constitutional amendment process - ConstitutionNetZambia's Catholic bishops raise concerns over lack of public participation in constitutional amendment process  ConstitutionNet

New documentary on China’s commercial activities in Zambia airs after two-month gag order - Reporters sans frontièresNew documentary on China’s commercial activities in Zambia airs after two-month gag order  Reporters sans frontières

Zambia's debt restructuring remains snagged on Afreximbank problems - ReutersZambia's debt restructuring remains snagged on Afreximbank problems  Reuters

BII, NAPSA and Swedfund launch Growth Investment Partners Zambia with a US$ 70 million anchor commitment to transform SME financing in Zambia - British International InvestmentBII, NAPSA and Swedfund launch Growth Investment Partners Zambia with a US$ 70 million anchor commitment to transform SME financing in Zambia  British International Investment

Tourists from Malawi and Zambia are first to face $15,000 visa bonds in US - Al JazeeraTourists from Malawi and Zambia are first to face $15,000 visa bonds in US  Al Jazeera

Zambia: Upgrade to category 6/7 for MLT political risk - CredendoZambia: Upgrade to category 6/7 for MLT political risk  Credendo

Airtel Zambia partners MasterCard to drive SME growth - ITWeb AfricaAirtel Zambia partners MasterCard to drive SME growth  ITWeb Africa

A Chinese mining company is accused of covering up the extent of a major toxic spill in Zambia - AP NewsA Chinese mining company is accused of covering up the extent of a major toxic spill in Zambia  AP News

Repositioning Zambia to Leverage Energy Transition Minerals for Economic Transformation: A Roadmap - World BankRepositioning Zambia to Leverage Energy Transition Minerals for Economic Transformation: A Roadmap  World Bank

Joseph Malanji: Zambia's ex-foreign minister sentenced to hard labour for corruption - BBCJoseph Malanji: Zambia's ex-foreign minister sentenced to hard labour for corruption  BBC

Copper Boom Helps Drive Zambia’s World-Beating Stock Gains - Bloomberg.comCopper Boom Helps Drive Zambia’s World-Beating Stock Gains  Bloomberg.com

Zambia’s $10 Billion Copper Investment Drives Record Production Growth - Discovery AlertZambia’s $10 Billion Copper Investment Drives Record Production Growth  Discovery Alert

Jubilee Metals provides update on its Three-Pillar Strategy in Zambia - African Mining MarketJubilee Metals provides update on its Three-Pillar Strategy in Zambia  African Mining Market

Chibesakunda, Melu, Chola: Meet 10 women reshaping Zambian business - The Africa Report.comChibesakunda, Melu, Chola: Meet 10 women reshaping Zambian business  The Africa Report.com

US aid cuts 'long overdue' Zambia's president says - Business Insider AfricaUS aid cuts 'long overdue' Zambia's president says  Business Insider Africa

Zambia signs $1bn deal with Qatar, one of its largest - Ecofin AgencyZambia signs $1bn deal with Qatar, one of its largest  Ecofin Agency

Leopards and wild dogs are thriving in Zambia’s Kafue National Park - MongabayLeopards and wild dogs are thriving in Zambia’s Kafue National Park  Mongabay

Rising Political Frustration in Zambia - Council on Foreign RelationsRising Political Frustration in Zambia  Council on Foreign Relations

Critical Minerals, Environmental Harm and the Unspoken Rights of Nature: The Kafue River Spill in Zambia - EJIL: Talk!Critical Minerals, Environmental Harm and the Unspoken Rights of Nature: The Kafue River Spill in Zambia  EJIL: Talk!

Malawi Joins Zambia And Gambia In Tightening US Visa Bond Requirement For Travelers, Enforcing Refundable Deposits To Prevent Overstays: New Report You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldMalawi Joins Zambia And Gambia In Tightening US Visa Bond Requirement For Travelers, Enforcing Refundable Deposits To Prevent Overstays: New Report You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Zambian Perceptions of China Rebound After Ten-Year Decline, Says Afrobarometer - The China-Global South ProjectZambian Perceptions of China Rebound After Ten-Year Decline, Says Afrobarometer  The China-Global South Project

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Renewable Power for Agro-Processing Units in Zambia” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Renewable Power for Agro-Processing Units in Zambia”  fundsforNGOs

Victims of Zambian copper mine spill threaten to sue Chinese firm - Climate Home NewsVictims of Zambian copper mine spill threaten to sue Chinese firm  Climate Home News

Dream big, Botswana Veep urges Zambian youths – Zambia - Zambia: News Diggers!Dream big, Botswana Veep urges Zambian youths – Zambia  Zambia: News Diggers!

PF secretariat will remain closed until court matters are resolved – Chabinga – Zambia - Zambia: News Diggers!PF secretariat will remain closed until court matters are resolved – Chabinga – Zambia  Zambia: News Diggers!

Zamfara at the Digital Government Africa Summit – Lusaka, Zambia - Zamfara State GovernmentZamfara at the Digital Government Africa Summit – Lusaka, Zambia  Zamfara State Government

Bayer Opens Maize Seed Facility in Zambia to Support Food Security for about 30 Million People - BayerBayer Opens Maize Seed Facility in Zambia to Support Food Security for about 30 Million People  Bayer

Asking Zambians to Fund Political Campaigns Instead of seeking funding from multinationals, mining groups, businessmen or known tenderprenuers, John Sangwa says he wants ordinary Zambians to fund his campaign to unseat the current leaders and hege - facebook.comAsking Zambians to Fund Political Campaigns Instead of seeking funding from multinationals, mining groups, businessmen or known tenderprenuers, John Sangwa says he wants ordinary Zambians to fund his campaign to unseat the current leaders and hege  facebook.com

Launch of Human-Wildlife Co-habitation Project in the Malawi-Zambia Trans-Frontier Conservation Area (MAZA TFCA) - International Union for Conservation of NatureLaunch of Human-Wildlife Co-habitation Project in the Malawi-Zambia Trans-Frontier Conservation Area (MAZA TFCA)  International Union for Conservation of Nature

How vaccines saved the economic life of a Zambian bordertown - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceHow vaccines saved the economic life of a Zambian bordertown  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Powering Change: Clean Energy Access for SMEs in Zambia” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Powering Change: Clean Energy Access for SMEs in Zambia”  fundsforNGOs

Zambia says it is tackling 'systematic' theft after US slashes medical aid - BBCZambia says it is tackling 'systematic' theft after US slashes medical aid  BBC

Edgar Lungu: Zambia's ex-president and the undignified row over his body - BBCEdgar Lungu: Zambia's ex-president and the undignified row over his body  BBC

Zambia dismisses US health warning after toxic spill in Kitwe's copper mining area - BBCZambia dismisses US health warning after toxic spill in Kitwe's copper mining area  BBC

Zambia Sees Economic Growth Surging to Highest Since 2021 - Bloomberg.comZambia Sees Economic Growth Surging to Highest Since 2021  Bloomberg.com

Vedanta Resources weighs Zambia copper IPO to fund $1 billion investment - Business StandardVedanta Resources weighs Zambia copper IPO to fund $1 billion investment  Business Standard

Zambia facing a democratic crossroads as it enters a fresh constitutional crisis - The ConversationZambia facing a democratic crossroads as it enters a fresh constitutional crisis  The Conversation

Kenya and Zambia battle mpox spikes as African countries manage multiple health threats - CIDRAPKenya and Zambia battle mpox spikes as African countries manage multiple health threats  CIDRAP

Zambia warns envoys after US ambassador reveals 'systematic' theft of medical aid - BBCZambia warns envoys after US ambassador reveals 'systematic' theft of medical aid  BBC

HIV and TB Overview: Zambia - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)HIV and TB Overview: Zambia  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

Webinar – Turning WHO guidance into action: Zambia’s approach to supporting re-engagement in HIV treatment - World Health Organization (WHO)Webinar – Turning WHO guidance into action: Zambia’s approach to supporting re-engagement in HIV treatment  World Health Organization (WHO)

Zambia signs $300m joint venture to electrify Lobito Corridor - African BusinessZambia signs $300m joint venture to electrify Lobito Corridor  African Business

US invests $1.4M in Zambian mine expansion to rival China - Mining.comUS invests $1.4M in Zambian mine expansion to rival China  Mining.com

Zambian cyber-security law: US embassy issues alert - BBCZambian cyber-security law: US embassy issues alert  BBC

Stars host Zambia tonight with World Cup play-off hopes alive - thecitizen.co.tzStars host Zambia tonight with World Cup play-off hopes alive  thecitizen.co.tz

Zambia elephant attack kills British and New Zealand tourists - BBCZambia elephant attack kills British and New Zealand tourists  BBC

Ghana and Zambia have snubbed Africa’s leading development bank: why they should change course - The ConversationGhana and Zambia have snubbed Africa’s leading development bank: why they should change course  The Conversation

Zambia Ordered a Mining Company to Pay Villagers After a Toxic Waste Spill. The Firm Made Them Sign Away Their Rights First - Inside Climate NewsZambia Ordered a Mining Company to Pay Villagers After a Toxic Waste Spill. The Firm Made Them Sign Away Their Rights First  Inside Climate News

Scepticism greets Zambia’s $19bn Qatari mega-deal - African BusinessScepticism greets Zambia’s $19bn Qatari mega-deal  African Business

WAFCON 2024: Can Barbra Banda lead Zambia to their first-ever continental title after her long-awaited debut? - Olympics.comWAFCON 2024: Can Barbra Banda lead Zambia to their first-ever continental title after her long-awaited debut?  Olympics.com

US demands $15,000 deposit for visa applicants from Malawi and Zambia - BBCUS demands $15,000 deposit for visa applicants from Malawi and Zambia  BBC

Edgar Lungu: South African court rules that Zambia can repatriate body of ex-president - BBCEdgar Lungu: South African court rules that Zambia can repatriate body of ex-president  BBC