News & Announcements

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	US Embassy “Sells” Zambian Gems in Jewel of Africa Gem and Jewelry Show Washington D.C., Tuesday, 5th November 2019 – The Zambian Embassy in Washington D.C next month hosts the Jewel of Africa Gem and Jewelry exhibition with a view to expanding the country’s share of the American and global multi-billion Jewelry trade.		Tue, Nov 5, 2019
	Government set to launch ENT Strategic Plan WASHINGTON DC- SUNDAY July 16, 2017-First Lady Esther Lungu has announced that Government has developed an Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Strategic Plan that feeds into the national health plan.		Tue, Jul 18, 2017
	Zambia never hides debt, it’s sustainable and being serviced – Mwanakatwe WASHINGTON DC, USA, Saturday, 21 April 2018 – The Minister of Finance Honourable Margaret Mwanakatwe has assured Zambians and the international community that Zambia does not and will never hide its debt.		Mon, Apr 23, 2018
	$354 Million Millennium Challenge Corporation compact on track October 8th, 2014 - Government says the $354 Million Millennium Challenge Corporation compact on water, sanitation and drainage is on course. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Water Development Ms. Charity Mwansa says the compact which is expected to benefit more than one million people in Lusaka will see a provision of clean water to hundreds of low income households and therefore minimize water borne diseases		Thu, Oct 9, 2014
	Sheryl Stumbras Appointed New USAID Director for Zambia Washington D.C., 22nd July 2019 - Sheryl Stumbras, a member of the United States Senior Foreign Service is the new USAID/Zambia Mission Director. Stumbras was sworn in at a ceremony at the State Department in Washington July 18. The ceremony was witnessed by Zambia’s Ambassador to the United Dr Ngosa Simbyakula...		Mon, Jul 22, 2019
	Zambian Flag raised at San Pedro’s newest park dedicated to sister cities March 5, 2017 - San Pedro, a community within Los Angeles, has dedicated a new park to Los Angeles Sister Cities. The ceremony was officiated by Los Angeles City Councilman, Joe Buscaino, former Councilman Tom LaBonge, and Chairman of Sister Cities of Los Angeles.		Sun, Mar 5, 2017
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	Congressman Pittenger Hails US-Zambia Friendship, Talks Hosting Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum in Lusaka in 2021 Washington D.C., Friday, 18 September 2020 — Congressman Robert Pittenger has hailed the good friendship between the United States and Zambia, a bond he described as based on shared values and goals between the two countries.		Fri, Sep 18, 2020
Pages 1 2 3 next › last »	U.S. Tourists Flock The Zambian Stand At The Washington D.C Travel And Adventure Show Zambia’s Ambassador to the U.S. His Excellency Dr. Ngosa Simbyakula, S.C. says Zambia’s tourism sector has potential to contribute greatly to the growth of the country’s economy. Dr. Simbyakula, says there is need, therefore, for Zambia to have its presence at key tourism promotional events in the United States.		Mon, Jan 22, 2018
	Belize Calls for Increased Investment in Sustainable Tourism Belmopan, Belize (Wednesday, September 18, 2013) – Belize Governor General Sir Colville Young has called for increased investment in sustainable tourism by Zambia and Belize.		Wed, Sep 18, 2013
	Development of “new city” in Mwinilunga District moves forward at Zambia Embassy in DC WASHINGTON, D.C., May 17th, 2023 – The Embassy of Zambia in Washington DC hosted the Bridge Consortium Limited and Charter Cities Institute at the Embassy where the two signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the two institutions to work together in creating the legal, regulatory and planning framework, getting investors and technical expertise required to develop a “new city” within Mwinilunga District in North-Western Province.		Wed, May 24, 2023
	United States congratulates Zambia for upholding democracy PRESS STATEMENT Washington DC- Monday January 26, 2015 United States congratulates Zambia for upholding democracy		Mon, Jan 26, 2015
	Five Reasons To Visit Zambia Now Spot The Leopard - South Luangwa National Park has one of the highest density of big game anywhere in Africa, and is a famous destination for leopard sightings.	Thu, Aug 20, 2015	Thu, Aug 20, 2015
	COVID-19 Pandemic Notice No. 6, Thursday, 23 April 2020 This serves to inform Zambian nationals and clients in the United States of America (USA) and countries of extra accreditation that Government will facilitate repatriation but NOT pay for transportation back to Lusaka for all nationals planning to travel back home...		Thu, Apr 23, 2020
	WISE Sets Aside 150 Secondary School Scholarships For Kaoma Residents A-US-based Non-Governmental Organization, Women’s Initiative that Strengthen and Empower (WISE) has set aside 150 secondary school scholarships to underprivileged people in Kaoma District of Western Province in Zambia.WISE Board Member Joanne Bollinger says the scholarship programme will provide continuous access to education from 8th grade through college. She says her organization is in receipt of numerous applicants needing scholarships.		Mon, Nov 6, 2017
	Zambia a shinning Example in the Health Sector August 5, 2014 - Zambia's Ambassador to the United States of America (USA) Palan Mulonda says Zambia is becoming a shining example in the area of securing desirable outcomes in the health sector in the US.		Tue, Aug 5, 2014
	President Hichilema Participates in Discussion Led by U.S. Institute of Peace CEO, Lise Grande Washington D.C., Thursday, 23 September 2021 – President Hichilema took part in a discussion led by the Chief Executive Officer of the United States of America Institute of Peace, Ambassador Lise Grande.		Thu, Sep 23, 2021
	Government allocates US$ 20 million for properties in Missions abroad Government has set aside US$ 20 million to implement the mortgage finance program for rehabilitation, construction and purchase of properties in various Zambian Missions abroad.		Sun, Dec 2, 2018
	Lusaka, as an investment destination Lusaka, Zambia’s heartland and capital city is the country’s chief administrative centre and a major financial, transportation, and manufacturing hub. Lusaka is one of the fastest growing cities in the SADC region with a population that stands at 1,461,000, this according to the Southern African cities network.	Mon, Mar 2, 2015	Mon, Mar 2, 2015
	Zambia Among African Countries to Benefit from White House, State Department Funding for Women Entrepreneurs Washington D.C., Friday, 21st February 2020 – Advisor to United States President Donald Trump, Ivanka Trump has announced a new partnership in support of a White House initiative that will expand support to women entrepreneurs with a total of US$10million being made available beginning 2020 to most promising women entrepreneurs in Zambia and nine other African countries.		Wed, Feb 26, 2020