Why Isn’t Zambia the World’s Copper Cable Factory?
Copper is the backbone of modern life—powering everything from household electronics and power grids to electric vehicles and data centres. Yet while Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Africa Accounts for Over Half of Namibia’s Exports in November
Namibia exported goods worth N$5.4 billion to African markets in November, with imports from the continent amounting to N$6.7 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of N$1.3 billion and total
BMG Marks Over 50 Years as Distributors of Bijur Delimon Manual and Automated Lubrication Equipment
Five-decade partnership delivers dependable lubrication solutions. “Through this partnership – which has been in place since1974 – we are able to offer the local market Bijur Delimon’s global lubrication technology,
African Currencies Strengthen in 2025 as Export Earnings and Reforms Boost Confidence
Several African currencies recorded notable gains in 2025, supported by stronger export revenues, tighter fiscal discipline, and improving investor sentiment, according to analysis cited by Business Insider Africa. For mining
Zambia Becomes First African Country to Accept Mining Taxes in China’s Yuan
By Solomon Ekanem Zambia has made history by becoming the first African nation to formally accept China’s yuan for mining taxes and royalties. The move underscores Beijing’s expanding financial influence
US Delays Zambia Health Agreement, Links Aid to Mining Deal
The United States government has delayed the signing of a $1.5 billion health aid agreement with Zambia, making the release of funds contingent on new terms for collaboration in the
Morocco Joins Uganda, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Others to Propel Africa’s Dominance in World Tourism Growth
Africa is experiencing a remarkable surge in tourism, with Morocco joining Uganda, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zambia, and other nations in driving the continent’s dominance in global tourism
Investment Momentum Builds as M&A Activity Accelerates Across Africa’s Mining Sector
Africa’s mining sector is witnessing a surge in mergers and acquisitions, with today’s reports confirming new joint ventures and equity deals in copper, lithium, and gold assets. Canadian firm Ivanhoe
Agricultural Exports Drive Zambia’s Trade Recovery Amid Global Headwinds
Zambia’s export sector is showing signs of resilience, with agricultural products playing a central role in the country’s trade recovery. Despite global economic uncertainties and fluctuating commodity prices, Zambia has
Africa’s Solar Imports Soar as Clean Energy Push Accelerates
By Jayden Bagshaw A new report published today by London-based think tank Ember revealed that Africa’s solar panel imports rose by 60 percent in the 12 months to June 2025,