Kobold Metals will start building the Ming’omba Mine, Zambia’s largest copper project, in April 2026. The mine will produce 400,000–500,000 tonnes of high-grade copper yearly. It has already created 670 of 700 planned jobs. President Hakainde Hichilema called the project a key driver of Zambia’s mining-led recovery. Officials said the investment proves technology-driven capital can boost growth and strengthen US–Zambia cooperation.

Zambia, China, and Tanzania signed a $1.4 billion agreement to revitalize the TAZARA railway. The project includes an initial investment of $1.1 billion and $238 million in reinvestments to rehabilitate the track from Dar es Salaam to Kapiri Mposhi, maintain the existing line, and deliver 34 new locomotives, 16 passenger coaches, and 760 wagons. The initiative aims to promote regional integration, foster economic growth, and generate job opportunities.

The government released K500 million to the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) to pay farmers who sold maize at government depots. In Central Province, authorities released K222 million to settle 174,000 tonnes of maize, surpassing the target of 80,000 tonnes. Officials urged banks to speed up transfers so farmers can prepare for the 2026–2027 season and highlighted continued support for agriculture and national food security.

The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) raised fuel prices for October 2025 due to higher international oil costs and a weaker Kwacha. Diesel now sells at K26.20 per litre, petrol at K30.58, kerosene at K24.78, and Jet A-1 at K27.11. ERB Director General Elijah Sichone said the government plans to move to quarterly fuel price reviews, which will require price stabilization funds and strategic reserves to manage fluctuations effectively.

Smart Zambia connected all 116 local authorities to the government’s area-wide network, advancing the country’s digital transformation. Director Paison Chikoye said the agency linked district offices, health centers, schools, and other agencies over the past two years. The government deployed more than 500 Starlink kits to reach remote areas. Officials will showcase these developments at the Digital Africa 2025 Summit in Lusaka.