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Congratulations to Gerald Mambwe, Editor of Lusaka Reporters, on earning a Bachelor’s degree in Media and Journalism. We...
22/05/2026

Congratulations to Gerald Mambwe, Editor of Lusaka Reporters, on earning a Bachelor’s degree in Media and Journalism. Well done, sir!

Our own Big man Mwiya! with vibes 💪👏That’s massive - a well-deserved DEGREE in the bag 🎓🔥
22/05/2026

Our own Big man Mwiya! with vibes 💪👏
That’s massive - a well-deserved DEGREE in the bag 🎓🔥

Join us in celebrating our hardworking reporter, James Mwale, who has just graduated from the University of Zambia with ...
22/05/2026

Join us in celebrating our hardworking reporter, James Mwale, who has just graduated from the University of Zambia with a bachelor's degree in Media and Journalism.

The University of Zambia will from 21 to 22, May, 2026 hold its 55th Graduation Ceremony at the Great East Road Campus. ...
20/05/2026

The University of Zambia will from 21 to 22, May, 2026 hold its 55th Graduation Ceremony at the Great East Road Campus.

Congratulations to the graduating 🎓 👏 students.Tag them to appreciate and congratulate them for this milestone...

Dr Banda accuses government Economist Ester Banda has accused the government of failing to effectively manage the count...
20/05/2026

Dr Banda accuses government

Economist Ester Banda has accused the government of failing to effectively manage the country’s microeconomy, warning that rising energy costs and the absence of strategic subsidies are worsening the cost of living for ordinary citizens.

Dr Banda argued that while government has focused on stabilising macroeconomic indicators, little attention has been paid to key sectors that directly affect households and businesses.

“We are failing to understand that government has totally neglected to stabilize the microeconomic aspect of the economy,” she said.

She noted that electricity tariffs charged by ZESCO Limited have increased several times over the past few years, making energy increasingly expensive for both producers and consumers.

“I think when energy is expensive, that effect trickles down to the producer, and it also trickles down to the consumer,” Dr Banda stated.

The economist also cited rising fuel prices, particularly diesel, as a major contributor to inflationary pressures and increased production costs.

She criticized government’s handling of the energy sector, arguing that authorities made a strategic mistake by abandoning the Indeni Energy Company refinery at a time when global oil prices were rising due to international conflicts.

According to Dr Banda, Zambia continues to rely heavily on transporting finished petroleum products by tanker, a situation she described as costly and unsustainable.

“There has been no tax relief. We are only seeing tax relief on petrol,” she said.

Dr Banda added that despite debt restructuring and inflation reportedly standing at around six percent, the cost of living remains high, with the food basket now exceeding K4,600.

She further observed that prices of essential commodities such as cooking oil, sugar, and charcoal continue to rise, placing additional pressure on households.

The economist called on government to introduce more homegrown economic solutions, including subsidies in agriculture and fuel, to cushion citizens against inflationary pressures and global economic shocks.

“The job of government is to cushion citizens against inflationary pressure,” she said.

By Mwiya Mwiya,

Lusaka Reporters, May 20, 2026.

Munali Constituency aspiring candidates — UPND candidate THOMAS SIPALO is processing his nomination papers, while CF can...
20/05/2026

Munali Constituency aspiring candidates — UPND candidate THOMAS SIPALO is processing his nomination papers, while CF candidate MATAFWALI MWENYA has successfully filed his nomination papers.
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BREAKING: President Donald Trump gave members of the press an exclusive first look at the newly renovated White House Ba...
20/05/2026

BREAKING: President Donald Trump gave members of the press an exclusive first look at the newly renovated White House Ballroom, describing the project as a major restoration and modernization effort. According to Trump, the renovation was funded through his own personal and private donations rather than taxpayer money.

CNN.

Jito Kayumba: President Hichilema’s Seven Economic Goals to Generate $65 Billion Annually for Zambia.‎‎Special Assistant...
20/05/2026

Jito Kayumba: President Hichilema’s Seven Economic Goals to Generate $65 Billion Annually for Zambia.
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‎Special Assistant to the President for Finance and Investment, Jito Kayumba, has highlighted President Hakainde Hichilema’s ambitious seven strategic goals, projecting that they will collectively generate approximately 65 billion US dollars in annual economic value for Zambia.
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‎The targets focus on key productive sectors and include:
‎Achieving 10 gigawatts of power generation capacity
‎Producing 10 million tonnes of maize
‎Attracting 5 million tourist arrivals
‎Reaching 3 million tonnes of copper production
‎Producing 3 million tonnes of soya beans
‎Producing 1 million tonnes of wheat
‎Generating 1 billion US dollars in beef exports
‎According to Kayumba, these seven economic ecosystems are designed to create strong multiplier effects across multiple sectors of the economy.
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‎The initiatives are expected to stimulate broad-based job creation, expand business opportunities for millions of Zambians, and significantly improve the overall standard of living.
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‎The announcement underscores the government’s long-term vision of transforming Zambia into a more industrialised and self-sustaining economy through targeted investments in agriculture, energy, mining, tourism, and livestock sectors.
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‎These goals form part of the broader economic recovery and growth strategy as the country prepares for the 2026 general elections.
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‎By James Mwale.
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‎Lusaka Reporters 20 May 2026.

After a 22-year wait, Arsenal finally returned to the championship stage last night. Congratulations, Gunners!
20/05/2026

After a 22-year wait, Arsenal finally returned to the championship stage last night. Congratulations, Gunners!

JUST IN.Former Mazabuka Central MP Gary Nkombo will be filing his nomination papers at the Civic Centre today 20th May 2...
20/05/2026

JUST IN.

Former Mazabuka Central MP Gary Nkombo will be filing his nomination papers at the Civic Centre today 20th May 2026 at 09:00 hours as an Independent candidate for the Mazabuka Central parliamentary seat.

All his supporters and well-wishers are requested to come in large numbers to witness the event.

20/05/2026

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