Zambia
Zambia extends copper concentrate export-duty waiver, prioritising output over beneficiation amid smelter constraints
The measure, first introduced in August 2025, supports copper producers whose processing operations are disrupted by technical challenges, repair work at major smelting facilities
Atomic Eagle reports 28.0mn lb uranium oxide reserve at Zambia project, bolsters board
Atomic Eagle Ltd (ASX:AEU) has reported a 28.0mn pound uranium oxide (U₃O₈) reserve at its Muntanga project in Zambia and reshaped its board, positioning the company to benefit from tightening global uranium supply and rising nuclear demand.
Frontier markets fall short of promise as investment stalls, World Bank says
Frontier economies have seen a sharp slowdown in investment growth and an increase in fiscal and financial vulnerabilities.
Africa FX in 2025: Cedi leads selective currency recoveries as policy and commodities drive gains
Africa’s FX market saw selective recoveries in 2025, led by Ghana’s cedi, which surged 28.6%. Strong commodity inflows and IMF-backed reforms also lifted Zambia’s kwacha and the Congolese franc, while peg-linked currencies delivered stability.
China signs $1.4bn Tazara railway deal, reviving copperbelt link amid Lobito Corridor rivalry
China's deal with Tanzania and Zambia sets up a direct contest with the US- and EU-backed Lobito Corridor in Angola amid booming copper and cobalt exports from the Zambia–DRC copperbelt.