Digital Economy

The 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Conference opened yesterday at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre with government and academic leaders warning that Zambia must significantly increase investment in Research and Development (R&D) to build a resilient, competitive economy. Held under the theme “Harnessing Science, Technology and Innovation for a Resilient Zambia,” the conference

Lusaka – The Government of Zambia has launched the National Child Online Protection (COP) Strategy 2025–2029, aimed at safeguarding children from online risks, including sexual abuse, exploitation, and exposure to harmful digital content. Speaking at the launch, the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Science and Technology expressed gratitude to UNICEF and line ministries for

Lusaka — MoMo has been recognized as the Mobile Money Excellence Member of the Year at the Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZCCI) Awards, highlighting the company’s impact and leadership in the digital financial services sector. The award acknowledges MoMo’s commitment to innovation, customer service, and financial inclusion, which has transformed mobile payments and

Lusaka — The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) is set to officially launch the National Child Online Protection (COP) Strategy 2025–2029, with just three days remaining to the highly anticipated presentation. The strategy aims to ensure that Zambian children can learn, connect, and explore the digital world safely and confidently. Through this initiative,