News & Announcements

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Zambia’s Emerald Described As The Best Gemstone In The World The Jewel of Africa has described Zambia’s trade agreement with the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) as a success story for the country’s gemstone industry. Jewel of Africa Director of Sales and Marketing Rashmi Sharma says her company will continue to maximize the trade incentives that AGOA provides for the U.S to market various gemstone from Zambia.		Tue, Nov 28, 2017
Zambia Participates in the New York Times Travel Show March 10, 2014 - The Zambian Mission in Washington DC participated in the New York Times Travel Show from 28th February 2014 to 2nd March 2014.		Mon, Mar 10, 2014
President of Western New Mexico University,Dr. Joseph D. Shepard Pays Courtesy Call On Ambassador Dr. Ngosa Simbyakula President of Western New Mexico University, Dr. Joseph D. Shepard paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Dr. Ngosa Simbyakula. Dr. Shepard briefed Dr. Simbyakula about the various academic programs that Western New Mexico University offers		Thu, May 2, 2019
COVID-19 Pandemic Notice No. 2, Sunday, 22 March 2020 Following various developments regarding the coronavirus pandemic, particularly the surging cases of infections and subsequent travel restrictions and cancellations of flights by several airlines, all Zambian nationals are advised to ...		Sun, Mar 22, 2020
Keynote Address by Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia Delivered During the Summit for Democracy 2023 on Thursday, 30th March, 2023 “We extend a warm welcome to you all, to this second summit for democracy and to our country, Zambia. We are honoured and delighted to co-host this very important summit for the African region, with the government of the United States of America. ...”		Mon, Apr 3, 2023
DLL Financial Services Expands Micro-leasing Program To Zambia A global asset-based financial solutions provider, De Lage Landen (DLL) Financial Services, in collaboration with the Rabobank Foundation, is expanding its micro-leasing program from Rwanda and Kenya to Zambia.		Tue, Aug 8, 2017
Finance Minister says Zambia's economy on the move as seen with the oversubscribed bond April 11, 2014 - Finance Minister Alexander Chikwanda says the recently oversubscribed bond is proof that international investors have confidence in the Zambian economy.		Fri, Apr 11, 2014
Baines River Camp in Zambia Baines River Camp, just outside the unfenced Lower Zambezi National Park, commands spectacular views over the Zambezi River. Follow in the footsteps of famous artist and explorer Thomas Baines, who explored Zambia in the 19th century	Wed, Jun 7, 2017	Wed, Jun 7, 2017
Presentaion on Zambia's Investment Opportunities Charity Zulu-Mkandawire, the embassy's First Secretary-Trade, recently gave a presentation on Zambia's investment opportunities.		Tue, Aug 14, 2018
Address to the Nation by the Secretary to Cabinet of the Republic of Zambia, Dr. Roland Msiska Fellow countrymen and women, As you are aware, His Excellency Mr. Michael Chilufya Sata, President of the Republic of Zambia has been receiving medical attention in London,in the United Kingdom. He left Zambia with the first lady and other close members of the family on October 20, 2014. However, it is with a very heavy heart that I address you today...		Thu, Oct 30, 2014
Finance Minister Dr. Bwalya Ng’andu Concludes 2019 IMF/WBG Meetings Washington D.C., Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 – Finance Minister Dr Bwalya Ng’andu on Monday left Washington D.C after attending the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group (WBG) meetings. Dr Ng’andu said the meetings with the IMF and WBG were “straightforward and candid” and have laid a firm foundation which should be able to create a basis for continued cooperation.		Wed, Oct 23, 2019
President Hakainde Hichilema Addresses the UN General Assembly in New York "Your Excellency, Mr. Abdulla Shahid, President of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly; Your Excellency Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations; Your excellencies heads of state and government; Distinguished ladies and gentlemen. I wish to begin by congratulating Your Excellency Mr. Abdulla Shahid, on your election as President of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. ..."		Wed, Sep 22, 2021
Starkey Hearing Foundation hails First Lady Esther Lungu WASHINGTON DC- TUESDAY, July 18, 2017 - The Starkey Hearing Foundation has commended First Lady Esther Lungu for the leadership she has demonstrated in Zambia which has seen the establishment of the first ever hearing training institute in the country.		Mon, Jul 10, 2017
Brian B Flow Bwembya recognized by President Obama during the 2015 Mandela Fellowship summit Brian B Flow Bwembya recognized by President Obama during the 2015 Mandela Fellowship summit	Tue, Aug 4, 2015	Tue, Aug 4, 2015
The Chamuka Royal Establishment Embarks On Land Empowerment The Chamuka Royal Establishment of the Lenje-speaking people in Chisamba district of Central Province has embarked on a land empowerment programme for women and youths. His Royal Highness, Chief Chamuka says his chiefdom in collaboration with Government is working on a Social Tenure Domain Model (STDM) system to provide certificate of occupancy by certifying customary land.		Thu, Mar 29, 2018
Lusaka twins with Albuquerque City in New Mexico USA Thursday 2 October, 2014 - Lusaka City Council has today twinned with Albuquerque City in New Mexico USA under the Sister Cities International.		Fri, Oct 3, 2014
Moonbows Light Up Victoria Falls Whoever said “don’t go chasing waterfalls“ has never been to the Victoria Falls.		Wed, Jun 29, 2016
COVID-19 Pandemic Notice No. 9, Monday, 3 August 2020: Access to Immigration Services This serves to inform Zambian nationals and clients in the United States of America (USA) and countries of extra accreditation that immigration electronic services, particularly for Visa and Immigration permits can be accessed through the Zamportal website on zamportal.gov.zm.		Mon, Aug 3, 2020
Zambia’s “Yellow Fever-Free” Status Good for Tourism in 2015 Zambia received an early Christmas present when it was declared a yellow fever-free zone by the World Health Organization (WHO) in the run up to the end of year festivities.	Wed, Feb 4, 2015	Tue, Feb 3, 2015
U.S. Firm Seek To Set Up Energy Renewable Manufacturing Plant In Zambia A U.S. San Francisco, California based company, RD Global, working with a Japanese company, Mera Group Corporation, plans to set up a manufacturing plant of energy renewable products in Zambia in an effort to mitigate the energy deficit in the region. Mera Group Corporation, Business Development Advisor Rune Gunnar Dige says Zambia has been chosen as a preferred choice of investment in the energy sector because of its geographical position among countries in the Southern African region.		Thu, Jan 11, 2018