Gambia, Malawi, Zambia: New US visa bond imposes financial barrier

- Advertisement - In the latest news, the United States Department of State has begun to issue visa bonds to the citizens of The Gambia, Malawi, and Zambia which directly alters the B1/B2 applications. Gambian passport holders having their...

PAC Leader Andyford Banda Tears Into UPND’s 2026 Budget: “Zambia Has Reached Its Tax and Debt Ceiling”

PAC Leader Andyford Banda Tears Into UPND’s 2026 Budget: “Zambia Has Reached Its Tax and Debt Ceiling” In a fiery and uncompromising press briefing dubbed “State of the Nation” held in Lusaka on Monday, People’s Alliance for Change (PAC) President...

Zambia is committed to address bottlenecks affecting the tourism sector

Government has reiterated its commitment to addressing key obstacles impeding the growth and development of the tourism sector in Zambia. Minister of Tourism, Rodney Sikumba, says the government is dedicated to supporting public private...

In Zambia, a Remote Walking Safari Delivers Adventure Without Digital Distraction

A walking safari just might be the ultimate digital detox. Courtesy of Nomad My recent safari in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park began with a panic attack—and not one due to nearby prowling leopards and lions. My anxiety was stoked by a more...

Govt faces fresh lawsuit over Victoria Falls tourism facility

He seeks to have the lease agreement between ZimParks and Scanner Investments declared null and void and demands the demolition of Baines Restaurant within 30 days from the court’s ruling. Renowned wildlife painter Larry Benjamin Norton has filed...

Zambia, Botswana Urged to Unlock Investment Through Strategic Partnership

Zambia’s High Commissioner to Botswana, Pamela M. Chisanga, has called for the two nations to leverage their shared opportunities to attract greater investment. Speaking at the Africa Early-Stage Investor Summit in Gaborone, Ms. Chisanga...

Zambia to feel the knock as US government shuts down

99 Views Zambia is expected to feel the knock as the United States of America Government shuts down, it has been announced. In a notice, posted by the its Embassy in Lusaka, the US government said this is due to the suspension of funds allocated...

Zambia’s Ascent: A Nation Forged by Dialogue and Determination

Zambia’s Ascent: A Nation Forged by Dialogue and Determination A new chapter of national dialogue is unfolding in Zambia. The recent appointment of a Technical Committee to consult citizens on constitutional amendments is more than a procedural...

US new visa bond program targets high overstay countries - Will Indian tourists be affected?

The United States has revised the list of nations whose nationals must post a visa bond in order to enter the country. The Visa Bond Pilot Program is applicable to foreign citizens of nations with high visa overstay rates, foreign nationals...

Zambia’s Socialist Party Leader Fred M’membe Criticises President Hichilema’s Trip to Scotland

Zambia’s Socialist Party president Dr. Fred M’membe has questioned the purpose of President Hakainde Hichilema’s recent trip to Scotland, raising concerns over the timing of the visit and its possible links to events in the United Kingdom. In a...

Zambia to host 2025 Digital Government Africa Summit

The third annual Digital Government Summit is set to kick off in Lusaka on Tuesday, October 7, with government leaders, tech giants and investors from across Africa and beyond gathering to discuss the future of digital governance on the continent....

Zambia tourism taking off

Boom: It’s not only international tourists travelling in Zambia, locals are exploring too. Photo: Zambia Tourism Agency A 2022 cabinet directive to Zambia’s government agencies to actively bid to host major international events is bearing fruit...

US adds a third country to the $15,000 visa bond list — Should Indian tourists be worried?

US has updated the list of countries whose citizens will have to post a visa bond before entering America. Visa bond pilot program applies to foreigners applying for visas as temporary visitors, nationals of countries with high visa overstay...

Stars coach explains absence of star players for Zambia clash

ZANZIBAR: AS the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers against Zambia narrow down, Taifa Stars Head Coach Hemed Suleiman has offered a candid explanation for the surprise exclusion of several high-profile players in the squad....

These countries require a 6-month passport validity for travellers

The rules are in place so that foreign travellers do not stay beyond the period specified on their visas, unintentionally due to sudden passport expiration. Sudden expiration results in unnecessary complications if they get stranded in a foreign...

Life in Russia amidst the war

Since the war broke out between Russia and Ukraine, many around the world have wondered how daily life continues in both countries. Interestingly, in Ghana, the ripple effects of the conflict appear to have hit us even harder between 2022 and 2023...

Kenya and Zambia battle mpox spikes as African countries manage multiple health threats

Though some of Africa’s biggest mpox hot spots continue to see downward trends, fresh spikes are occurring in other countries such as Kenya and Zambia. Meanwhile, local spread is now suspected in Senegal, following an earlier detection of an...

2026 World Cup qualifiers: Niger squad announced for Congo and Zambia clashes

2026 World Cup qualifiers: Niger squad announced for Congo and Zambia clashes On October 2, Niger's head coach unveiled a 25-man squad to face Congo Brazzaville and Zambia in rounds nine and ten of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Advertisement...

Tourist cheats death as elephant tips canoe, sinks her in murky water in Botswana

A serene sightseeing trip through one of Africa’s most celebrated wetlands took a harrowing turn when a charging elephant flipped two canoes carrying tourists from Britain and the US, sending them into crocodile-infested waters. The incident took...

Zambia's Tourism Boom: Hotels Full, Visitors Flooding In

Zambia's tourism industry is on fire, and the numbers tell an exciting story. Hotels in Livingstone are reporting 70% occupancy, while the national average has jumped to 55% from just 40% before 2023. It's a welcome change for an industry that...