Mutotwe Kafwaya

Zambia rubbishes allegations of spying on citizen’s communication

Minister of Communications and Transport dismisses findings of a report by University of Toronto.
Michael Malakata
1:40
Feb 22, 2021

Beeline Telecom awarded Zambia’s fourth mobile licence

Company expected to begin operations within the next six months, ZICTA advises.
1:50

Under pressure Zambia shelves cybercrime Bills

Senior official confirms Cyber Security and Cyber Crime Bill as well as the Data Protection Bill have been withdrawn.
2:20

Libya’s LapGreen Networks threatens Zambia over unpaid debt

Zambian govt official confirms company is considering targeting the Southern African country’s global assets.
1:50
Jun 17, 2020

Zambia cancels Uzi’s licence

Authorities have invited fresh bids from prospective service providers to establish country’s fourth mobile phone network.
1:50
Mar 30, 2020

Zambia’s govt urged to fast-track 5G deal

Deloitte, Huawei report affirms technology’s role in helping to curb Coronavirus.
2:10
Mar 26, 2020

Zambia’s Chamber of Commerce calls for suspension of comms taxes

Once taxes are suspended, operators can then reduce the cost of services to customers, organisation claims.
2:00
Mar 13, 2020

Zambia’s govt won’t disband tech industry regulator

Authorities dispute complaints levelled against organisation.
2:00
Feb 21, 2020

Internet price thwarts Zambia's progress with access

Digital 2020 Global Overview reflects growth in internet penetration, but cost keeps resource beyond the reach of many.
1:50

Zambia hints at fifth telco operator

Country's telecommunications organisation believes market can do with the increase in competition.
1:50
Feb 12, 2020

Zambia gives Uzi fresh ultimatum

Authorities close in on company as operating licence hangs in the balance.
2:00
Jan 7, 2020

Another setback for Uzi Zambia

Speculation mounts as officials and the company debate the launch of a network.