Zambia’s Central Statistical Office (CSO) has commenced the 2011 economic census, which it is estimated will cost US$3.92mn
Finance
Dutch government offers US$10mn education support
The Netherlands has pledged to support UNICEF’s education programme in Zambia through US$10mn (ZMK50bn) of funding this year
UK finance group seeks Kenya investment opportunities
UK-based finance boutique firm, DVK Group, is seeking investment opportunities in the East African region
Ecobank Zambia invests US$1mn in new software
Ecobank Zambia is investing over US$1mn in upgrading a core banking software application, Flexcube, to assist in the prevention of fraud and cyber crime
Improving business conditions in Africa
A research conference themed Improving economic business conditions in Africa took place last month (December)