AllAfrica News: Zambia

Zambians Support Women's Autonomy in Marriage and Reproduction Decisions, but Strongly Oppose Abortion

[Afrobarometer] Citizens endorse sex education in schools but want restrictions on access to contraceptives.

Padue Partners Fastercapital to Launch On-Demand Services in Zambia

[Daba Finance] Padue has partnered with FasterCapital through its EquityPilot program to prepare the launch of an all-in-one on-demand services platform.

A Bold Push for Safe Women's Leadership Through Spotlight Initiative in Zambia

[Spotlight Initiative] LUSAKA -- With Zambia's 2026 general elections approaching, Spotlight Initiative is working to ensure that every woman can participate safely and confidently in civic and political life. The effort directly reflects the spirit of the 2026 International Women's Day theme: Rights, justice and action for all women and girls.

Zambia Maize Deal in Turmoil - Only 15,000mt Hauled As Unpaid Local Transporters Cry Foul Over Dollar Payments to Foreigners

[Nyasa Times] Malawi's Zambia maize deal is unravelling -- and the numbers tell a disturbing story. Out of the 100,000 metric tonnes (MT) assigned to local hauliers under the cross-border arrangement, only 15,000MT has been delivered to the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA).

Africa CDC Backs Zimbabwe, Zambia Over U.S. Health Deal Dispute

[New Zimbabwe] Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has expressed support for Zimbabwe and Zambia's stand in the new US government health cooperation framework, citing serious concerns over transparency, data governance and national sovereignty.

DR Congo Signs $1.2bn US Health Deal As Zambia and Zimbabwe Walk Away

[Nile Post] The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a $1.2 billion, five-year health partnership with the United States, joining Uganda in embracing Washington's new bilateral financing model, even as Zambia and Zimbabwe have rejected similar agreements over concerns about health data sovereignty and the terms attached to the funding.

Zambia Neobank Lupiya Extends Series a to $11.25m

[Daba Finance] Zambian digital bank Lupiya has extended its Series A funding round to $11.25 million as it prepares to scale operations in Zambia and expand into new markets.

All of Africa Today - February 24, 2026

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Tanzania, Zambia Resolve Non-Tariff Barriers At Their Border Post

[Daily News] Tunduma -- Five out of ten non-tariff barriers that had been causing heavy truck congestion and inconvenience to traders and transporters at the Tunduma/Nakonde border have been resolved through joint efforts by the governments of Tanzania and Zambia.

Zambians Pay Price Amid Copperbelt Mining Boom

[DW] As mining companies scour Zambia's Copperbelt for metals used in sustainable energy, locals are dealing with unchecked pollution and contamination.

Michael Prest's Boni Triumphs Over Bank of Zambia in Investrust Dispute

[This Day] *Central bank's bid to block judicial review dismissed

Botswana and Zambia Formalises Kazungula Bridge Authority

[Botswana Daily News] Kazungula -- Zambia's Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, Mr Charles Milupi (left) and Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Mr Noah Salakae after signing an addendum agreement between Botswana and Zambia, which formalised the establishment of the Kazungula Bridge Authority in Kasane yesterday.

Zambia Cuts Policy Rate to 13.5 Percent As Inflation Falls Below 10 Percent

[Daba Finance] Zambia's central bank lowered its policy rate by 75 basis points to 13.50%, marking a second consecutive cut and a larger move than analysts expected.

Scam Alert - Zambia's Electoral Commission Is Not Hiring Through Dodgy Link

[Africa Check] Scam alert: Zambia's electoral commission is not hiring through dodgy link

In Zambia, Safe Spaces Support Girls to Take Charge of Their Future

[Spotlight Initiative] KATETE DISTRICT, Zambia - Gender-based violence (GBV) has long been treated as a private family matter in Mukomanimau Village, leaving many girls to deal with abuse and harmful practices such as child marriage alone.

Ghana - Zambia Deepen Diplomatic Ties

[Ghanaian Times] IN international relations and diplomacy, foreign policy programmes of countries play very pivotal roles in their developmental programmes and shape their international relationship with the outside world. Countries adopt different foreign diplomatic programmes in alliance with other countries and the international community driven by various factors and objectives.

All of Africa Today - February 18, 2026

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