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Energy Capital & Power
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Africa’s $29.5T Mineral Wealth Poised to Boost Mining Sector Jobs

Africa’s untapped $8.6 trillion mineral worth has the potential to help African nations realize their employment creation agenda

Africa’s mining sector maintains its role as a key contributor of employment creation, fuelled by rising global demand for critical minerals. According to the Compendium of Africa’s Strategic Minerals 2026, released last week by the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent holds an estimated $29.5 trillion in mineral wealth -…

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)
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Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and FHI 360 Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Health Security and Advance Africa’s Health Sovereignty

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting African Union Member States in building integrated, efficient and sustainable public health systems

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and FHI 360 today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in advancing health security, workforce development, and resilient public health systems across Africa. The MoU establishes a structured framework of cooperation aligned with the Africa CDC Strategic…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia
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Zambian Ministry of Defence Held Medal Awarding Ceremony for the 28th Chinese Military Medical Experts Team to Zambia

Zambia is committed to continuing to strengthen cooperation with China in the field of military medical and health services and deepening the friendly relations between the two countries

On February 12, 2026, the Zambian Ministry of Defence held a ceremony to award the “International Friendship and Cooperation Medal” to the 28th Chinese military medical experts team to Zambia. Mr. Maambo Haamaundu, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, Brigadier GeneralLevi Muchemwa, Commandant of Mania Soko Medical Centre, Wang Sheng, Chargé d'Affairesof the Embassy of the People’s Republic of Chinainthe Republic of Zambia and Senior Colonel Bai Yunfeng, Defense Attaché,…

Energy Capital & Power
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Investors Look to Paris to Gauge Africa’s 2026 Energy Pipeline

Energy ministers from Senegal, Nigeria, Zambia and Djibouti are confirmed to attend the Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris, giving investors a firsthand view of which African energy markets are ready to turn policy into bankable projects

As global energy investment becomes more selective, capital is concentrating on African markets that combine near-term project delivery, regulatory momentum and credible financing pathways. The confirmation of energy ministers from Senegal, Nigeria, Zambia and Djibouti at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2026 Forum in Paris highlights markets where governments…

The Presidency, Republic of Ghana
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Ghana: President Mahama to undertake State Visit to Zambia

A key highlight of the visit will be an address to the National Assembly of Zambia, where he is expected to share Ghana’s vision for a more integrated and prosperous Africa

President John Dramani Mahama will pay a three-day State Visit to the Republic of Zambia from 4 to 6 February 2026, at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema. President Mahama will be accompanied by Her Excellency Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, First Lady of the Republic. During the…

Regional One Health Conference Eastern and Southern Africa

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Regional Leaders Launch One Health Action in High-Level Ceremony in Lusaka

The inaugural Eastern and Southern Africa Regional One Health Conference is being hosted by the Government of Zambia and co-organized by SADC, the World Bank Group, and the Quadripartite Alliance

Government Ministers from Zambia and their counterparts from across the region have launched a landmark One Health Regional Call to Action in a special signing ceremony during the first-ever Eastern and Southern Africa Regional One Health Conference (www.ESAfricaOneHealth.com) in Lusaka, Zambia. During the ceremony, Ministers of Health, Agriculture and the Environment…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United Republic of Tanzania
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Ambassador Chen Mingjian Attends Opening Ceremony of Painting Exhibition Themed on Tanzania-Zambia Railway with Tanzanian Minister

The exhibition opens to the public in Tanzania until January 26, 2026

On November 26, the Chinese Embassy in Tanzania co-hosted with National Museum of China, National Museum of Tanzania and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation the opening ceremony of “Shoulder to Shoulder on the Same Path: Painting Exhibition Themed on Tanzania-Zambia Railway” at the National Museum of Tanzania. Chinese Ambassador H.E. Chen Mingjian, Tanzanian Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Hon. Dr. Ashatu Kijaji, Permanent Secretary of Tanzanian Ministry of Transport Hon. Prof. Godius Kahyarara, Zambian Deputy High Commissioner to Tanzania Mr. Anthony Bwalya attended the event and visited the exhibition, together with over 300 people from various sectors.  Amb. Chen stated in her remarks that since its completion 50 years ago, TAZARA Railway has always been a monument of China-Africa friendship. Last week, Chinese Premier Li Qiang attended the ground-breaking ceremony of TAZARA Railway revitalization project in Lusaka, together with Tanzanian and Zambian leaders. The railway of friendship will shine with renewed splendor in the new era. China stands ready to work with Tanzania and other African countries to carry forward the TAZARA spirit and deepen and solidify the all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era. Minister Kijaji said that Tanzania-Zambia Railway closely ties the peoples of Tanzania, China and Zambia. Tanzania will never forget the solidarity and generous support from China and remain committed to strengthening the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two countries. The exhibition opens to the public in Tanzania until January 26, 2026.

Merck Foundation

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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) marks ‘International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women 2025’ through their “Our Africa” Television (TV) Program, Songs, Children Storybooks and Animation Films

Children’s storybooks like ‘Educating Linda’, ‘Jackline’s Rescue’ and ‘Ride into the Future’ have also been launched to support girl education

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, together with The First Ladies of Africa and Asia, who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation More Than a Mother, mark the “International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women 2025” through their “More Than a Mother” Campaign and…

Western Corridor Limited

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Fastest Trade Route to Walvis Bay Port Launched by Western Corridor Limited in Zambia

Western Corridor Limited's multi-faceted project set to unlock economic potential and create jobs opportunities in Zambia

His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, officiated at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Western Corridor Transformation Project, marking the official commencement of a landmark development initiative undertaken through a Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) with Western Corridor Limited (WCL). Executed as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), the…

United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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United Arab Emirates: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) receives credentials copy from new Ambassador of the Republic of Zambia

The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Zambia enjoy distinguished relations across a range of areas of mutual interest, and both sides are keen to further strengthen this partnership to serve shared interests

H.E. Omar Obaid Alhesan Alshamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received a copy of the credentials of H.E. Nkombo Muuka, Ambassador of the Republic of Zambia to the UAE. His Excellency wished the new Ambassador success in the performance of his duties and emphasized the UAE’s keenness to…