Tag Archives: Zambia

02Feb/26

Mpelembe Network: Innovation Through Google Cloud Solutions

February 2, 2026Innovation.google, Applications of artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence in India, Cloud computing, Cloud infrastructure, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data science, Digital Frontier, Kitwe, Mpelembe Network, Pinterest, Udesh Udayakumar, United Kingdom, Zambiaadmin

02, Feb. 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Mpelembe Network is a collaborative community that provides comprehensive Google Cloud deployment, training, integration, and support services to businesses across all sectors. Distinguished by a dedicated social impact arm, the network collaborates with corporate partners and innovators to address global challenges through specific initiatives, such as using AI for patient data analysis at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Zambia, developing educational tools at the University of Zambia (UNZA), and creating sustainable energy solutions. Continue reading →

31Jan/26

Resilience Amidst the Tide: Rebuilding Hope After Zambia’s Floods

January 31, 2026HealthcareDrinking water, Emergency management, Food security, Gender equality, Hygiene, Malnutrition, Mary Nyirenda, UNICEF, United Nations Development Group, WASH, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 29, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Since late December 2025, devastating floods triggered by heavy rains have ravaged the Lundazi and Lumezi districts in Zambia’s Eastern Province. The disaster submerged dams, swept away homes, and destroyed critical infrastructure, leaving more than 40,000 people without access to safe drinking water after the main treatment plant was compromised. This has created a severe health crisis for children, who face heightened risks of cholera, diarrhea, and malaria, while also suffering from extreme food insecurity due to the destruction of stored maize and agricultural livelihoods. Continue reading →

28Jan/26

Norway and Zambia Finalize Article 6 Deal to Boost Renewable Energy Grid

January 28, 2026EnvironmentCarbon finance, Carbon offsets and credits, Emissions reduction, Energy policy, Energy policy of the European Union, Energy transition, Norway, Renewable energy, Renewable energy commercialization, Sustainable energy, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 28, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Norway and Zambia have recently entered into a formal agreement to exchange carbon credits under the framework of the Paris Agreement. This bilateral deal allows Norway to purchase offsets generated by the expansion of renewable energy projects within the African nation. The initiative specifically targets the enhancement of Zambia’s electrical grid to compensate for a decline in traditional hydroelectric power sources. By supporting these sustainable energy transitions, the partnership aims to achieve measurable emission reductions while addressing local energy security. Ultimately, this collaboration represents a strategic use of Article 6 to foster international cooperation on global climate goals. Continue reading →

28Jan/26

Zambia Hits Single-Digit Inflation Milestone, Strengthening Case for Lower Interest Rates

January 28, 2026EconomyFinancial economics, Indexation, Inflation, Inflation targeting, Interest rate, Monetary policy, Price stability, Public finance, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 28, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — In January 2026, Zambia’s inflation rate dropped to 9.4%, marking a significant milestone as it fell below double digits for the first time in three years. This shift was largely driven by a strengthening national currency, the kwacha, which helped ease the cost of consumer goods. According to reporting from Bloomberg, the sudden slowdown in price increases provides the central bank with more flexibility to lower interest rates. Official data presented by the Statistician-General confirms that the economic environment is stabilizing compared to the higher rates seen in previous months. These developments suggest a positive trend for the copper-rich nation’s economy and its future borrowing costs. Continue reading →

26Jan/26

How the Lusaka Securities Exchange is Driving its Record-Breaking Rally

January 26, 2026FinanceEgypt, Exchange-traded fund, Financial markets, Gold exchange-traded product, Initial public offering, Leadership, Lusaka Securities Exchange, Nicholas Kabaso, Nigeria, Security, South Africa, Synthetic replication, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 26, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The Zambian stock market is currently experiencing a significant period of growth, positioning it as the top-performing bourse in Africa. To capitalize on this momentum, the Lusaka Securities Exchange plans to introduce several initial public offerings and a new gold-linked exchange-traded fund throughout 2026. This strategic expansion aims to take advantage of rising precious metal prices while diversifying investment options for local and international participants. Additionally, market leadership intends to simplify regulatory requirements to lower barriers to entry for new issuers. By streamlining these processes, the exchange hopes to foster a more accessible financial environment and attract a wider variety of investors. These initiatives represent a concerted effort to modernize the nation’s capital markets and sustain its current economic trajectory. Continue reading →

25Jan/26

A Democratic Sea Change: Africa’s 2026 Election Calendar

January 25, 2026PoliticsBenin, Bobi Wine, Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denis Sassou Nguesso, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Hakainde Hichilema, Libya, Morocco, Presidents of Zambia, Somalia, Uganda, United Party for National Development, UPND Alliance, Yoweri Museveni, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 25, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The year 2026 represents a critical juncture for African democracy as numerous nations across the continent prepare for high-stakes elections. While countries like Zambia and Benin face tests of institutional integrity and leadership transitions, others such as Uganda and Ethiopia continue to struggle with political suppression and internal conflict. Long-standing leaders in the Republic of the Congo and Djibouti maintain their grip on power, whereas nations like Libya and South Sudan face deep uncertainty regarding their ability to hold votes at all. These upcoming polls occur against a backdrop of regional instability and varying levels of public trust in the electoral process. Ultimately, the collective results of these contests will determine if the continent is moving toward a systemic democratic shift or further entrenched authoritarianism. Through this comprehensive calendar, the source highlights the diverse political challenges and socioeconomic factors shaping the future of African governance. Continue reading →

11Jan/26

The King FIFA Forgot: Why Godfrey Chitalu’s 107-Goal Record Remains in the Shadows.

January 11, 2026FootballAfricanLegends, Chipolopolo, Chitalu, FIFA, FootballHistory, Gerd Müller, Godfrey Chitalu, GodfreyChitalu, Kabwe Warriors F.C., Lionel Messi, UCAR, WorldCup, Zambia, Zambia national football team, Zambia national football team plane crashadmin

Jan . 11, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ —
“In the history books of world football, the names Lionel Messi and Gerd Müller are synonymous with goal-scoring perfection. However, deep in the archives of African football lies a record that dwarfs them both. In 1972, a Zambian powerhouse named Godfrey ‘Ucar’ Chitalu reportedly found the net an incredible 107 times—a feat that should have made him an immortal icon. Yet, decades later, this staggering achievement remains unratified by FIFA, leaving fans to wonder: why was the greatest individual season in football history buried, and will the ‘King of Goals’ ever receive the global justice he deserves?” Continue reading →

10Jan/26

From Classrooms to the Cloud: Pioneering the Agentic Era on Mpelembe.net

January 10, 2026Developers.google, Alphabet Inc., Applications of artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence in India, Asia Tech x Singapore, Cloud computing, Cloud infrastructure, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Kitwe, London, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 9, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Built on the power of the Google ecosystem, mpelembe.net is more than a platform—it is a bridge between the local excellence of Mpelembe Secondary School and the global tech frontier. Through real-time AI collaboration and cloud-driven social impact projects, we are turning the collaborative spirit of the Copperbelt into a world-class laboratory for human-centered technology. While they share a name and a deep history, mpelembe.edu.zm and mpelembe.net represent two different “dimensions” of the Mpelembe ecosystem. One is the physical foundation of education, while the other is the digital frontier of innovation. Continue reading →

08Jan/26

2026 Risk Report: Zambia’s Economic & Political Outlook

January 8, 2026EconomyAngola, Barrick Gold, Copperbelt, Deficit spending, Edgar Lungu, Electoral Roadmap, First Quantum Minerals, Fred, Given Lubinda, Government spending, Hakainde Hichilema, Kelvin Fube Bwalya, Lusaka, Lusaka Securities Exchange, Nevers Mumba, Patriotic Front, Polling Percentage, Presidents of Zambia, Shanty Town, Situmbeko Musokotwane, Tanzania, the bank of zambia, Tonse Alliance, United Party for National Development, UPND Alliance, Zambiaadmin

Jan. 8, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — In 2026, Zambia is positioned at a critical crossroads, transitioning from a period of climate-induced shocks (2024–2025) into a high-growth phase. The economy is projected to expand by 6.4%, a “rebound” driven primarily by a resurgence in the mining sector as copper production targets 1 million metric tons. This growth is supported by a more stable agricultural season and a strategic pivot toward renewable energy to mitigate future power deficits. Continue reading →

29Dec/25

Hakainde Hichilema: Zambia’s Leader at the Centre of a Global Superpower Tug-of-War

December 29, 2025EconomyChina, China–United States relations, Donald Trump, Hakainde Hichilema, JOHANNESBURG, Li Qiang, Presidency of Hakainde Hichilema, Presidents of Zambia, United States, Xi Jinping, Zambiaadmin

Dec. 29, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Hakainde Hichilema as been ranked as one of the pre-eminent global leaders of 2025. The Zambian President has successfully positioned his nation as a highly desirable partner amidst the geopolitical competition between the United States and China. High-level diplomatic visits, such as the arrival of the Chinese Premier, underscore the country’s growing strategic importance. Continue reading →