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Zambia says it has made progress in addressing several concerns raised by the US government, as it seeks to avoid being placed on an expanded travel ban list.
The actions of Ghana and Zambia set a dangerous precedent by sidelining African financial institutions.
Additionally, Zambia’s Penal Code Act retains provisions criminalizing defamation and sedition—laws that have historically been invoked to prosecute journalists and limit critical reporting. Combined ...
Following pledges made at the Global Refugee Forum in 2023, Zambia’s refugee policy is making progress towards improving conditions for refugees and their host communities.
Zambia will restructure its debt with regional lenders including the African Export-Import Bank and remain in default on those payments until it completes the process, Finance Minister Situmbeko ...
Zesco has completed the 100 MW Chisamba solar farm in southern Zambia and has launched plans for a second 100 MW phase at the site, now home to sub-Saharan Africa’s largest grid-connected solar ...
Despite sustained pushback from civil society and digital rights groups, Zambia has enacted sweeping cyber laws that threaten fundamental freedoms under the guise of countering terrorism and ...
Will the Chambishi spill affect Zambia’s ‘all-weather friendship’ with China? Sino Metals’ pollution of the Kafue River presents an opportunity to forge a more environmentally sustainable partnership.
Zambia says it has acted to halt the "systematic theft" of medical donations, after the US announced it was pulling the plug on $50m (£37m) of health sector funding to the country. Malaria, HIV ...
In Zambia, where traditionally men held the most power and authority, more people are confronting cultural norms to try and break the cycle of gender inequality. Karen Creed and camera man Brian ...
Four women’s soccer players from Zambia have been removed from the national team ahead of upcoming internationals due to added challenges entering the United States.
Zambia’s government is facilitating hazardous mining and processing of toxic lead waste in the city of Kabwe that poses major health risks to children.