Zambia’s Lusaka Securities Exchange (LSE) has emerged as one of the world’s best-performing stock markets, fueled by soaring copper prices and strengthening economic fundamentals. In 2026, the LSE benchmark index has climbed approximately 17% in U.S. dollar terms, ranking second globally behind Bulgaria. Other markets posting double-digit gains include Colombia,Continue Reading
ESI Africa is thrilled to announce the release of Volume 6 of Powering Mines & Industry, addressing one of the most critical themes shaping Africa’s future: the intersection of mining, industrial power, and the global energy transition. This volume is essential reading for professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape ofContinue Reading
Zambia has made history by becoming the first African country to accept the Chinese yuan for the payment of mining taxes, marking a significant shift in how resource-rich economies manage fiscal policy. The move reflects a broader continental trend toward currency diversification as governments seek to reduce reliance on theContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reiterated its commitment to an open and inclusive investment climate across its mining sector, welcoming partnerships from all global players as demand for critical minerals continues to surge. Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba reaffirmed this stance during a press briefing on Thursday,Continue Reading
Kansanshi Mine is driving Zambia’s literacy and education agenda with a major investment of over K3.5 million to fully modernise the North-Western Provincial Library in Solwezi. The upgraded facility has been transformed into a safe, inclusive, and digitally enabled learning hub designed to support literacy and educational development across theContinue Reading
Most major minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo recorded price declines this week, according to commodity data released on Monday, November 10, 2015. Tin stood out as the only major mineral to post a meaningful increase, while several rare metals remained unchanged. Cobalt, vital to electric vehicle battery production,Continue Reading
Zambia is deepening its partnership with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to unlock investment along the strategic Lobito Corridor, a vital transport link connecting Zambia to the Atlantic Ocean via Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Finance and National Planning Minister Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane met with EIB ViceContinue Reading
KSB has officially launched the KSB ELN-150 Imvubu, a rugged new self-priming wastewater pump developed and built in South Africa specifically for African operating conditions. Named after the Imvubu which is the Zulu word for hippopotamus, then name carries a double meaning referring to its distinctive top-mounted lifting “ears” thatContinue Reading
Zambia is accelerating its clean energy transition with the groundbreaking of a US$245 million, 200-megawatt solar power plant in Chief Moono’s Chiefdom, Mumbwa District — a project set to reshape the nation’s energy landscape and reduce its dependence on hydropower. The landmark ceremony was led by Minister of Energy, HonourableContinue Reading
Carter Center has urged the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to modernize its mining tax system to better capture revenues from strategic minerals, particularly copper and cobalt, and channel them toward sustainable development. The call came during a forum held on October 30, 2025, on the sidelines of the 9thContinue Reading
