Zambia

BRICS Summit concludes with calls for UN and global reform

23 clusters · 835 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: BRICS leaders adopt New Delhi Declaration at summit

The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi concluded with the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration, a 140-point document emphasizing inclusive global governance, multilateralism, and the peaceful resolution of disputes. Under I

Super El Niño intensifies, threatening global health and ag

169 clusters · 1286 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: El Niño threatens global commodity supplies and prices

The 2026–27 Super El Niño is intensifying, with NOAA reporting a 95 percent chance of a ‘very strong’ event between September and December, and a 75 percent probability of it reaching intensities not seen since 1950. The

Angola advances tourism, agribusiness, and infrastructure

22 clusters · 89 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Mota-Engil secures $62.6 million in guarantees for Angola's Lobito railway

Angola continues to pursue economic diversification through significant investments in tourism, agribusiness, and large-scale infrastructure. To support ecotourism, President João Lourenço authorized $73 million for infr

Zambian political and sectoral support for Hichilema

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Zambian lawmakers navigate political shifts and government cooperation

Following the 2026 general election in Zambia, various sectors and political figures have signaled support for President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration. The Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) announced its backi

Ghanaian visa waiver agreements

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Belarus and Maldives negotiate mutual visa-free travel

Ghanaian passport holders have gained visa-free access to the Maldives, Zambia, and Antigua and Barbuda. This follows the ratification of visa waiver agreements announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on September 8

Zambia mineral sector development and investment

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Zambia strengthens mining sector through local content and new appeals tribunal

Zambia is focusing on enhancing its mineral sector through industrialization, increased foreign investment, and the formalization of mining activities. The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) has advis

Zambian election unrest and political fallout

7 clusters · 39 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Zambia revokes passports and identity documents of government critics

Following the declaration of incumbent Hakainde Hichilema as the winner, the political landscape shifted significantly. While NRP-UP President Ezra Tembo announced the immediate demotion of Brian Mundubile and stated the

Regional tourism growth in 2026

5 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Eswatini tourism arrivals rise 8 per cent amid growth targets

Various nations in Africa and Southeast Asia reported significant increases in international tourism arrivals during 2026. In Brunei, visitor arrivals rose by 7.8 per cent in the first half of the year, reaching nearly

Lake Kariba ferry disaster: Relief measures and transport's]

8 clusters · 162 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Zimbabwe announces relief measures for Lake Kariba ferry disaster victims

The death toll from the Mbuya Nehanda ferry disaster on Lake Kariba has reached 97 following the recovery of additional remains. The vessel, operated by the Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (RIDA), capsized on Aug

Economic diversification and resource management in Southern

6 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Botswana addresses economic vulnerabilities amid diamond slump and rising energy costs

Botswana and Namibia are intensifying efforts to transform natural resource wealth into sustainable prosperity through economic diversification and regional cooperation. In Namibia, officials are emphasizing local value

Hichilema sworn in for second term amid treason charges

49 clusters · 168 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Hakainde Hichilema begins second term in Zambia amid shifting US relations

President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term following the August 13 election, in which he secured approximately 60 percent of the vote. The inauguration ceremony took place on September 1,

Zambia presidential election and post-election unrest

6 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Zambian opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu charged with treason

Following the August 13 presidential election, in which incumbent Hakainde Hichilema was declared the winner with approximately 60 percent of the vote, political instability has intensified. Brian Mundubile and his runni

Konkola Copper Mines operational expansion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Konkola Copper Mines hits 10,000-tonne monthly copper production milestone

Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has initiated efforts to expand its operations in Zambia through a partnership with technical firms Axiom Group and VBKOM. This collaboration focuses on utilizing advanced technology in geology

BHP Group: Copper overtakes iron ore as primary driver

9 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: BHP Group reports US$9.8 billion annual profit

For the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, BHP Group reported a 9% increase in statutory attributable profit to US$9.8 billion and a 15% rise in revenue to US$58.8 billion. A defining feature of this period was a structur

Lameck Banda dispute escalates into legal and transfer saga

10 clusters · 56 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: U. S. Lecce takes legal action against Lameck Banda and Al-Swehly

The dispute between US Lecce and Zambian striker Lameck Banda has escalated into a complex legal battle involving multiple international football governing bodies. While Lecce finalized the €5 million acquisition of Fren

Zambian security operation and death of Mutotwe Kafwaya

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Mutotwe Kafwaya family declines state funeral and suspends burial

Following a security operation at the residence of presidential candidate Brian Mundubile in Kabulonga on August 14, 2026, former Minister of Transport and Communications Mutotwe Kafwaya was fatally wounded. The Law Asso

Zimbabwe economic stabilization and reform efforts

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Zimbabwean leaders urge agricultural reform and economic capitalization

Zimbabwe is experiencing a period of macroeconomic stabilization and efforts toward structural economic reform. Citigroup has identified an economic turnaround, noting that the nation is moving away from historical tripl

India’s 39‑medal haul and 2030 host handover

8 clusters · 174 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: India sets record boxing gold tally at 2026 Commonwealth Games

India concluded the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with a record 39 medals—13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze—finishing fourth overall behind Australia, England, and Canada. The campaign was defined by several historic m

Zambian political and infrastructure developments

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Narendra Modi congratulates Hakainde Hichilema on Zambian reelection

President Hakainde Hichilema has focused on infrastructure development and economic management in Zambia. During an inspection of the Lusaka–Ndola dual carriageway, Hichilema reported that renegotiating the project under

Zambia general election process

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: European Union demands detailed results for Zambia elections

Following the August 13 national general elections, the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) reported that while the process was “largely calm and orderly,” it was characterized by restrictions on fundame

Zambian economic and political stability

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Zambia eyes $1 billion in IPOs amid copper surge and election stability

In late July 2026, the Zambian kwacha faced downward pressure as the market anticipated the August presidential and parliamentary elections. Investors were closely monitoring the country’s post-default debt restructuring

Zambia solar power expansion and energy investments

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Zambia approves $971.5 million in energy sector investments

In late July 2026, Zambia inaugurated the 100 MW Chisamba II Solar Power Plant, a US$70 million project that doubled the Chisamba complex to 200 MW. Opened by President Hakainde Hichilema, the plant aims to reduce relian