Sino Media Zambia

07/04/2026

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🚨 BREAKING: CHINA MAKES MAJOR MOVE TOWARDS AFRICA

China has officially announced plans to reduce tariffs on African imports to 0%, marking a significant shift in global trade dynamics.

This decision could open massive opportunities for African exports — from natural resources to agricultural products — giving African economies greater access to one of the world’s largest markets.

For decades, Africa has been positioned at the receiving end of global economics. Now, new partnerships are emerging — and Africa is gaining leverage.

The real question is:
👉 Will African nations use this opportunity to build long-term economic strength?

This is more than trade.
This is strategy.

A new Africa is rising 🌍

Follow and be part of a new African generation that supports progress, unity, and leadership. Africa must stand together United Africa ✊🏾

04/04/2026

04/04/2026

Zambia are you ready for the most marathon?
FOR THE GIRL CHILD ~ FOR THE WOMAN ~ FOR ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

03/04/2026

Professor Peng Liyuan’s Gift Transforms Healthcare in Sinazongwe

Expectant mothers and vulnerable groups in Sinazongwe now have access to high quality medical care following the handover of the Mutinta Hichilema Rural Health Centre. The facility, a generous gift from China’s First Lady Professor Peng Liyuan, has been equipped with 21 hospital beds, 3 delivery beds, and 10 bassinets to ensure comprehensive maternal care. By bringing clinical services directly to Siatwiinda Village, this Chinese supported initiative effectively eliminates the long 20 kilometre journey residents previously faced, ensuring that healthcare is a right, not a struggle, for the local community.

03/04/2026

Rongxing Investments Limited to Expand Copper Processing Capacity in Chambishi

Rongxing Investments Limited is set to significantly boost the industrial capacity of the Copperbelt following a successful public hearing for its latest expansion project. The Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) hosted the session to discuss the proposed renovation of Leach Plants 1 and 2, alongside the construction of a new copper processing plant in Chambishi. While the Luela community initially raised various points for discussion, the meeting concluded with a consensus and a shared sense of optimism. This project highlights the continued commitment of Chinese investors to enhancing Zambia’s mineral value chain through modern infrastructure.

01/04/2026

7,800 Jobs Coming to Kafue as 13 Chinese Firms Receive ZDA Licenses

Kafue is set for an economic boom following the ZDA’s decision to license 13 Chinese investors for the Golden Baobab Multi Facility Economic Zone. With a combined investment of 195 million USD, these companies are ready to drive growth in the mining, construction, and energy sectors. ZDA Board Chairperson Professor Biemba Maliti noted that this development aligns perfectly with Zambia’s 8th National Development Plan for industrialisation. Beyond job creation, the zone will provide a ready market for local farmers and businesses to trade their goods and services.

28/03/2026

Chinese Embassy and ACCZ Provide Critical Food Aid to Flood-Affected Western Province

On March 27, Ambassador Han Jing visited Western Province to deliver 1,000 bags of breakfast meal to the Provincial Administration and local communities hit by recent floods. This emergency aid was provided on behalf of the Chinese Embassy in Zambia and the Association of Chinese Corporations in Zambia (ACCZ).

The handover ceremony included Hon. Kapelwa Mbangweta, Provincial Minister, and representatives from the Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU). Ambassador Han emphasized that this swift response reflects the "unwavering mutual support" between China and Zambia. Hon. Mbangweta expressed deep gratitude, noting that China's support extends beyond emergency aid to vital infrastructure projects like roads and water systems that continue to benefit the region.

28/03/2026

Ambassador Han Jing joined the Kuomboka 2026 ceremony to experience one of Zambia’s most iconic cultural traditions. This visit highlights the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, an initiative dedicated to fostering mutual learning. Such engagements continue to build deeper understanding and strengthen the long-standing bonds between our two cultures.

28/03/2026

Ambassador Han Jing Calls for Excellence in Zambia-China Infrastructure Projects

On March 27, 2026, His Excellency Ambassador Han Jing conducted a high-level inspection of the Tateyoyo-Katunda road project in Western Province. Accompanied by Counsellor Ye Boran and the project manager from China Geo Engineering Corporation, the Ambassador received a detailed progress brief before touring the construction site.

During the visit, Amb. Han urged Chinese companies to prioritize the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model and strictly adhere to local laws. He emphasized that every project must be durable, safe, and cost-effective, serving as a symbol of the deep-rooted Comprehensive Strategic and Cooperative Partnership between China and Zambia.

The 87.3 km road, set for completion later this year, is expected to transform the commute between Lusaka and Mongu.

21/03/2026

𝟐𝟗ᵗʰ 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙈𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙮𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖 𝙎𝙤𝙠𝙤 𝙈𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙚

The 29ᵗʰ Chinese Military Medical Team deploys at Maina Soko Medical Centre, where they were formally introduced to hospital management and staff and familiarised with their operational environment. The introductions provided the team with a comprehensive understanding of hospital workflows, clinical areas, and patient care settings, ensuring that their support aligns seamlessly with the ongoing work of Zambia’s highly skilled medical professionals.

This deployment represents the highest form of international comradery, as China complements Zambia’s Defence Force by sending highly trained military medical specialists. While Zambian personnel continue to break records and set benchmarks in healthcare delivery, the Chinese team’s presence reinforces and supports their work, enhancing operational capacity and professional collaboration without replacing the excellence already demonstrated locally.

The team will be on tour of duty for twelve (12) months, after which they will hand over to the next rotation, sustaining a cycle of collaboration that strengthens both healthcare delivery and knowledge exchange. Hospital leadership expressed appreciation for the partnership, noting that it enhances patient care, facilitates learning, and further elevates the already high standards set by Zambia’s medical personnel.

Through this collaboration, the 29ᵗʰ Chinese Military Medical Team demonstrates a spirit of mutual respect, professional partnership, and shared commitment to saving lives, combining specialised expertise with Zambia’s exceptional healthcare capabilities to benefit patients and the wider community.

Credit: Maina Soko Medical Centre