CSO-SUN calls for further reduction in cost of living
• The cost of living as analyzed by JCTR will continue taking a downward trend.• Despite the reduction being minimal, it has to be celebrated.•
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US$1.4 billion IMF package will strengthen Zambian Kwacha – PMRC
• Government is urged to work around the clock to get the IMF package.• The success of the IMF program will free up a significant
BoZ maintains interest rate at 9%
• The decision to maintain the policy rate is due to the sharp decline in inflation rate.• Inflation is projected to decline towards the target
ZRA embarks on taxpayer education campaign
• Taxpayer education campaign focuses on providing information on tax incentives.• SMEs are an engine for economic growth and job creation.• Appropriate information especially on
CEDORA calls for increased oil seed production
• Two thirds of the cooking oil that is consumed in the country is imported.• When the price of crude edible oil goes up and
Economist urges government to promote competition in different sectors
• The market still remains uncompetitive with less players on board.• With high supply on the market, the prices will automatically drop.• Entities will seek
It will be unfair to pursue contractors for money laundering – ZACCO
• The question of pursuing contractors who have not delivered for money launderings offences is a bit tricky.• Business is regulated by commercial laws, whilst
Cost of living in Lusaka reduces by K85
• The total food cost dropped by a larger margin compared to the non-food cost.• Downward movement in the basket is attributed to reduced prices
LUACCI engages Government to host economic indaba in Luapula
• LUACCI is currently engaging Government to host an economic Indaba in the Province• Once the Indaba is hosted, entrepreneurs will benefit from the knowledge.•
PMRC calls for increased funding towards infrastructure maintenance
• Low funding has subsequently led to the deterioration of the existing infrastructure.• PMRC proposes harmonization of the policy framework for infrastructure maintenance.• This should