March 2024

The controversial $5 billion project between Zambia and Zimbabwe has received approval from the UN
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UNESCO approves the $5 billion Batoka Gorge dam near Victoria Falls.  Environmental concerns persist over the impact on the world-famous waterfall.  Construction is to commence soon with financial backing from the African Development Bank. United Nations has given Zambia and...
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TI-Z Statement on Cancellation of Lower Zambezi Mining License
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Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) commends the decision by the Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) to cancel the decision letter issued in 2021 pertaining to the largescale mining project by Mwembeshi Resource Limited in the Lower Zambezi National Park in Luangwa...
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The de-gazzetion of Forest 27 in Lusaka
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A documentary about forest number 27 #AccountabilityForest27 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Nf63QVhMYg
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Mukulagate:  The illicit logging of Mukula in Chipili Luapula Province 
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Following reports that the President of Zambia, his daughter and several high-ranking politicians are allegedly involved in the illicit trade in mukula wood, Transparency International calls for all competent authorities in Zambia to fully investigate the allegations and prosecute wrongdoing...
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