The Zambian government has announced the death of former Zambian Vice President and former Acting President Guy Scott at the age of 82 after an illness. President Hakainde Hichilema announced on July 15 2026 that Scott will be accorded a state funeral in recognition of his contribution to Zambia’s public service and national development. Scott
Kenyan youths have been accused in online reports of exploiting weaknesses in mobile lending platforms in Zambia to access loans worth millions of kwacha. This has raised fresh concerns about verification gaps in parts of Zambia’s rapidly expanding digital credit sector. According to circulating claims cited by regional media, some users are allegedly taking advantage
Pan-African Energy and Manufacturing Business conglomerate Amsons Group has sealed a US$600 million renewable power generation agreement in Zambia as part of its ongoing business diversification strategy. The firm, widely known for its manufacturing and petroleum products distribution capacity in sub-Saharan Africa, has signed a deal to invest in a massive 1 Gigawatt (GW) solar