Policy & Regulation – MoneyFM 93.7

ZICA HAILS IMPROVED FISCAL MANAGEMENT, URGES CAUTION ON SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGETS

Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) has welcomed the significant reduction in the country’s fiscal deficit, which has narrowed sharply from 9.0 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2021…

Cecilia Chiluba May 6, 2026

Policy & Regulation

CHINESE CHAMBER REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO DECENT WORK, SAFETY IN ZAMBIA

Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Zambia has reaffirmed commitment to upholding decent work standards, promoting workplace safety, and contributing to a labour environment that is fair, respectful, and supportive of…

Cecilia Chiluba May 1, 2026

Policy & Regulation

AIPAC CALLS FOR WITHDRAWAL OF TOBACCO CONTROL BILL 2025 FOR INCLUSIVE CONSULTATION

Acton Institute for Policy Analysis Centre (AIPAC) has implored the Government to withdraw the proposed Tobacco Control Bill 2025 in its current form, citing lack of wider consultation and dialogue…

Cecilia Chiluba March 18, 2026

Policy & Regulation

ZAMBIA MUSIC ARTISTS WARNED ON COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT RISKS

The Zambia Music Copyright Protection Society (ZAMCOPS) has sounded the alarm on the dangers of copyright infringement, warning artists against using protected works without permission. Speaking in an interview, ZAMCOPS…

Cecilia Chiluba March 3, 2026

Policy & Regulation

PIA UNVEILS REGULATORY SANDBOX TO BOST INSURANCE INNOVATION, INCLUSION

By Cecilia Chiluba Pensions and Insurance Authority (PIA) has unveiled the Insurance Regulatory Sandbox, a key innovation aimed at fostering growth and advancement within the sector. The initiative provides a…

Cecilia Chiluba February 24, 2026

Policy & Regulation

FARMER URGES LAW MAKERS TO RECONSIDER TOBACCO BILL

A Tobacco Farmer has urged lawmakers to reconsider the Tobacco Control Bill 2025 because of its negative impact on the economy. Brian Hapunda emphasized that thousands of rural households depend…

Cecilia Chiluba February 12, 2026

Policy & Regulation

PACRA BENDS TO PRESSURE, EXTENDS COPYRIGHT BILL DEADLINE

The Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA) has extended the deadline for stakeholders to submit comments on the proposed copyright bill to March 31, 2026, following widespread criticism and calls…

Cecilia Chiluba February 9, 2026

Policy & Regulation

President Hichilema Assents to Bill 7, Calls for Unity, Civil Democratic Engagement

President Hakainde Hichilema has assented to Constitution Amendment Bill No. 7 (Bill 7) of 2025, describing the moment as a historic milestone that belongs to all Zambians, regardless of political,…

Cecilia Chiluba December 19, 2025

Business & Finance News Policy & Regulation

ZACA URGES STRONGER REGULATION OF ONLINE MONEY LENDERS EXPLOITING CONSUMERS

Zambia Consumer Association (ZACA) has renewed calls for regulatory institutions, including the Bank of Zambia (BoZ), to urgently regulate, monitor, and, where necessary, de-register online money lenders accused of exploiting…

Cecilia Chiluba October 20, 2025

Business & Finance News Policy & Regulation

Tax Reform Key to Unlocking Growth, Say Breweries

Zambia’s Breweries sector has called for a reduction in excise taxes on beer, to unlock significant economic growth, support small-scale farmers and boost government revenues. In July 2025, Government increased…

Cecilia Chiluba September 13, 2025