Legislation has been proposed to make the sale of counterfeit fertilizers and seeds a non-bailable offence; the measure, designed to protect one of Zambia’s most vital sectors, was hailed as timely and much-needed as it will help farmers

Thousands of University of Zambia students were hosted at State House and introduced their newly elected student leadership for the academic year; President Hichilema emphasized that education remains a cornerstone of his development agenda

Northern Province has seen a surge in maize production in the 2024/2025 season, which local authorities attribute to sound policies of the government and the commendable response from farmers

Copperbelt Province authorities assured residents of Chingola District that, despite recent riots, the government and law enforcement agencies are committed to maintaining peace, order and a safe environment for investment

The Great Leaf tobacco processing plant in Kabwe District is now 75% complete; the $40 million facility responds to Zambia’s efforts to localize value addition and boost job creation while reducing dependence on foreign tobacco manufacturing