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𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗬 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 @PILATUS_ZAMBIA Engineering Company has partnered with @Mwebantu to make @SanyGroup electric trucks available for online purchase through the Mwebantu e-commerce platform, marking a new development in Zambia's digital commerce and automotive sectors. Launched today, the partnership introduces SANY's newly launched electric trucks to the Mwebantu marketplace, giving customers a convenient digital channel through which to explore and purchase commercial electric vehicles. The collaboration demonstrates how e-commerce platforms can extend beyond conventional consumer products to accommodate high-value commercial and industrial offerings, opening new opportunities for digital trade in Zambia. Speaking at the launch, Mr Wang Chao, General Manager of the Africa Key Accounts Division at SANY Group, highlighted the company's ambitions in the African market and its commitment to providing solutions that support the continent's development. Angelika Huwiler Andersen, Managing Director of Pilatus, spoke about the partnership and the opportunity to make SANY's electric vehicle solutions more accessible to the Zambian market. The event was also graced by Hon. Eng. Collins Nzovu, MP, Zambia's Minister at the Ministry of infrastructure and Urban development - Zambia, who highlighted the importance of modern infrastructure, innovation and sustainable transport in advancing the government's Grow Zambia Agenda. The introduction of SANY electric trucks to the Mwebantu e-commerce platform reflects the growing intersection between technology, commerce and the transport sector. It also highlights the evolving role of digital marketplaces in Zambia, where businesses are increasingly leveraging online platforms to reach customers and facilitate transactions across different industries. As Zambia continues its digital transformation journey, partnerships that connect businesses with digital platforms will be important in expanding e-commerce and unlocking new opportunities for economic growth. #TechtrendsZambia #SANY #Mwebantu #Ecommerce #ElectricVehicles #DigitalTransformation #GrowZambiaAgenda

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗨𝗡 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 The United Nations @UN has launched its first system-wide toolbox designed to ensure that people, rather than machines, remain accountable for public decisions in smart cities in the era of artificial intelligence (AI). AI is already at work in city halls around the world: chatbots answer residents, algorithms select roads to repair, software drives administrative decisions. While such applications can make city services more responsive, they can also introduce risks related to bias, privacy, human rights and accountability. The new United for Smart Sustainable Cities (U4SSC) Toolbox for People-Centred Smart Cities in the AI Era, issued by the International Telecommunication Union (@ITU) and UN Human Settlements Programme (@UNHabitat), gives mayors, city managers and policymakers real-world guidance for deciding how AI can improve public services, what safeguards are needed, and when the technology should not be used. “Smart, sustainable cities are defined by how well people benefit from technology designed to improve everyday living," said Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General. “The U4SSC toolbox helps city officials turn international standards and responsible AI principles into guidance for better public services and lasting trust." The U4SSC resource provides the tools to support mayors, city managers and urban practitioners to advance from fragmented digital projects to sustainable urban transformation by harnessing digital technologies and encouraging global collaboration for smarter cities. “Artificial intelligence and digital innovation must help cities better respond to the needs of communities, especially those living in informal settlements and other underserved areas," said UN-Habitat's Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach. “This means addressing gaps in data, protecting human rights and ensuring that residents and civil society meaningfully participate in shaping urban decisions." Read more techtrends.co.zm/new-un-guid…

𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮 Zambia's payments landscape is evolving rapidly. The opportunity now is to move beyond access to digital payments towards everyday use, expanding merchant acceptance, enabling small businesses to participate more fully in the digital economy and building trust through secure, reliable payment experiences. This was central to discussions at @Visa Connect Zambia, bringing together leaders from banks, fintechs, government and regulatory bodies to explore how to build an inclusive, secure payments ecosystem that supports growth. “Consumer payments dominate digitization so far, but many of the biggest gains in efficiency and growth sit in business-to-business and commercial flows,” says Salome Makau, Group Country Manager for Visa Central Southern Africa. “Many Zambian businesses still rely on cash, and manual reconciliation for supplier payments, payroll and procurement, bringing delays, limited visibility and higher costs, especially for SMEs that work on thin margins.” The event also recognized the institutions who are already driving Zambia's payments evolution. The winners are: - Cross-Border Champion: @FNBZambia, for the largest contribution to cross-border payments and international commerce at scale. - Digital Commerce Champion: @AbsaZambia, for leadership in e-commerce, merchant payments, digital acceptance and seamless digital payment experiences. - Growth Champion: @IndoZambiaBank, for exceptional business growth and market momentum. - Financial Inclusion Award: @ZanacoPLC, for the greatest contribution to expanding access to digital financial services. - Trusted Payments Excellence Award: @StanbicBankZM, for secure, reliable and trusted payment experiences across payment performance, operational resilience, risk management and authorization effectiveness. - Payments Ecosystem Leadership Award: Absa Bank Zambia, for leadership in ecosystem development through fintech partnerships, BIN sponsorships, co-brand initiatives and collaboration. - Visa Collaborative Partner of the Year: ZANACO, for consistently strong partnership with Visa, including early adoption of Visa campaigns, products, capabilities and market initiatives. - Business & Commercial Growth Award: FNB Zambia, for outstanding leadership in advancing business and commercial payments. The bank delivered the highest commercial payment volume and market share, generated the largest absolute increase in business spend, and kept growing its customer base, helping businesses digitize payments and take part more fully in the digital economy. - Acquirer of the Year: Absa Bank Zambia, for leadership in merchant acquiring, acceptance expansion, merchant payment growth and digital commerce. - Issuer of the Year: FNB Zambia, for the strongest overall issuing performance. More at techtrends.co.zm/reimagining…

Are we doing enough to build the connectivity infrastructure needed for a digital economy? In this interview, Mark Townsend, Founder and Chairman of Digital Evolution Zambia, shares his perspectives on Zambia's connectivity landscape, the digital divide and what it will take to make high-speed internet more accessible and affordable for everyone. As Zambia advances its digital transformation, reliable and affordable connectivity must become a priority. Without it, meaningful digital inclusion, innovation and economic growth will remain out of reach for many. Watch the conversation. #TechInsights #Connectivity #DigitalEconomy #DigitalTransformation #Zambia

𝗭𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗔 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗭𝗲𝗱𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (@ZictaZM) has revoked @ZedMOfficial's network licence, effective September 15, 2026, citing persistent regulatory, operational and financial compliance failures. ZICTA said ZedMobile, which launched commercial operations in 2024, has consistently failed to meet key conditions attached to its licence. The regulator cited failures to meet required network roll-out and service obligations, prescribed coverage and quality-of-service requirements, as well as concerns over the company’s financial capacity to sustain operations. ZICTA issued ZedMobile with a notice of intention to cancel its licence on August 31, 2026. The company subsequently made representations to the Authority on September 10. However, following an assessment of the submissions and a technical review of ZedMobile’s current operational status, ZICTA said the representations were not satisfactory. The cancellation has been made under Section 18(1)(b) and (g) of the Information and Communication Technologies Act, Chapter 159 of the Laws of Zambia. With the licence cancelled, ZedMobile is no longer authorised to operate telecommunications services. ZICTA said it will also withdraw resources allocated to the operator, including numbering blocks and radio frequency spectrum, while pursuing outstanding regulatory fees and other liabilities. The Authority has also highlighted consumer protection as a key priority following the cancellation. ZICTA said it will work with relevant stakeholders to ensure consumer obligations are addressed, including facilitating refunds where applicable and managing outstanding liabilities. Further guidance on the process for affected consumers is expected to be communicated by the Authority.