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According to the Bank of Zambia’s (BOZ) latest Q2 report, overall domestic credit growth has slowed to 12.7%, down from 15.3% in the first quarter of 2025. This reduction implies that the availability of loans and advances for businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals has decreased, making it harder for them to finance their operations. This slowdown raises concerns about…Read the details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via the link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

According to the Bank of Zambia’s (BOZ)

The First National Bank (FNB) Zambia Foundation has officially handed over a borehole and two 10,000-litre water tanks to Munali Boys Secondary School. This initiative is part of the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to improving access to clean water, sanitation, and the overall wellbeing of communities across Zambia.

The handover ceremony brought together key stakeholders, including the Provincial Education Officer, school leadership, FNB Zambia executives, Foundation trustees, and proud Munali Boys alumni now serving at FNB.

According to a statement issued to the Zambian Business Times – ZBT, this initiative reflects the Foundation’s dedication to uplifting communities that form part of its story. “The donation will directly benefit 2,700 students at Munali Boys Secondary School and 90 households, who will now have consistent access to clean water. For many years, the school has faced serious water challenges, which have affected sanitation and disrupted daily learning. The borehole and tanks will provide long-term relief by ensuring reliable access to safe water, improving hygiene, and creating a healthier and more conducive learning environment.”

Kampamba Mulenga, Chairperson of the FNB Zambia Foundation Board of Trustees, said the borehole and the two 10,000-litre water tanks represent more than just infrastructure. “They represent health, opportunity, and dignity for the students and staff of Munali Boys Secondary School. Clean water ensures students stay healthy and attend classes regularly, helping them pursue their education without the burden of waterborne illnesses.”

Through this donation, the FNB Zambia Foundation reaffirms its mission to provide real help with sustained investments in health, education, water and sanitation, and climate action ensuring every initiative contributes to a more resilient and equitable Zambia.

The First National Bank (FNB) Zambia Foundation

The Ministry of Health must prioritize policies that promote and increase women’s leadership within the health sector, according to Dr. Quince Mwabu, Director of Medical for Quality Healthcare in Zambia (MQHZ). In an exclusive interview with the Zambian Business Times (ZBT), Dr. Mwabu highlighted that while women comprise over 70% of the healthcare workforce, they remain significantly underrepresented in leadership positions. He stressed that addressing this gender gap is essential to unlocking the full potential of… Details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

The Ministry of Health must prioritize policies

Zambia’s capital markets showed remarkable strength in the second quarter of 2025, with the Lusaka All Share Index (LASI) rising by 23.42%. This significant jump positions equities as one of the country’s top-performing investment options. Speaking at a recent media briefing, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chief Executive Officer, Philip Chitalu, announced that the LASI closed the quarter at… Details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

Zambia’s capital markets showed remarkable strength in

The Zambian government, in partnership with the Chinese government, is set to expand its cooperation in digital education, including the rollout of smart classrooms, teacher training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives nationwide. In an exclusive interview with The Zambian Business Times, PROTUZ Public Relations Officer Brian Mwila highlighted the… Details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

The Zambian government, in partnership with the

The Lusaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has warned that Zambia’s outdated GDP base year is obscuring the real challenges businesses face, especially in fast-changing sectors and the informal economy. “Outdated GDP” refers to the critique of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as an inadequate and flawed metric for measuring a nation’s true economic health and societal well-being. In an interview with the Zambian Business Times-ZBT, LCCI President Alexander Lawrence explained that the… Details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, get your copy via link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

The Lusaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Bank of Zambia’s (BOZ) latest quarterly report reveals that Private Sector Credit growth has slowed to 19% from 23%, a reduction attributed to a decrease in lending to key sectors including manufacturing, construction, wholesale and retail trade, and real estate. This development has raised concerns among experts about the accessibility of finance for businesses and its potential impact on the…Details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, get your copy via link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

The Bank of Zambia’s (BOZ) latest quarterly

Residents of Chiengi District are paying nearly twice as much for basic commodities as their urban counterparts due to a poor road network that inflates transport costs. According to the Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats), a 2.5-litre of cooking oil sells for as high as K190 in Chiengi, a stark contrast to the K120 price tag in Lusaka. Speaking in an exclusive interview with the Zambian Business Times – ZBT, Wages Mumba, the District Agriculture Coordinator (DACO) for Chiengi, attributed this to the poor condition of the… Read the details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via the link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

Residents of Chiengi District are paying nearly

The price of Kapenta continues to soar, with the popular fish now fetching nearly half a thousand Kwacha to an average of K450 per kilogram. This dramatic price increase, approaching the K500 mark for Kapenta, which was once known as an affordable, accessible, and nutritious sun-dried fish, considered a staple in Zambian households, is now contributing to rising food inflation and placing a significant burden on Zambian households, according to the Zambia Statistics Agency’s July 2025 bulletin. Speaking in an exclusive interview with the Zambian Business Times –ZBT, Mutanuka Evans, Director in the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, explained that the high price is a direct result of…Read the details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via the link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

The price of Kapenta continues to soar,

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it is intensifying efforts to attract more companies into climate-resilient financing Zambia and has set its sights on raising $400 million through the green bond market. ‎This follows the country’s successful surpassing of its initial $100 million target, with… Read the details in the weekly ZBT edition 25 August 2025!, Get your copy via the link https://zambianbusinesstimes.com/subscribe_to_zambian…/

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says