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“Addressing Domestic Resource Mobilization (DRM) challenges is key to achieving our 2025 Revenue Goal of K156 Billion! To reach this ambitious target, we must broaden our tax base and improve compliance. This is not just a fiscal priority, it’s a path towards a more equitable

🎉PODCAST ALERT! Justice, Dreams and Motherhood — Don’t miss this powerful conversation on the People’s Space with CTPD’s Campaigns and Mobilization Officer, Given Kapolyo. She shares raw reflections on what justice means for women, the power of dreams, and the beauty and

🎉Newsletter Drop! Take a look at what we have been up to from January to March 2025 — from advocacy highlights to key developments shaping our work and impact. Read more 👉 : rb.gy/4reg4w Don’t miss the next edition — subscribe here : rb.gy/3lhskh

PRESS STATEMENT CTPD CALLS FOR URGENT POWER SECTOR REFORMS TO DELIVER ZAMBIA’S ENERGY COMPACT COMMITMENTS LUSAKA May 6th, 2025— The Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) applauds the Government of the Republic of Zambia for its bold commitments under the National

🎉PODCAST LOADING! In this eye-opening conversation on the People’s Space this week , we sit down with Dixon Mutambo, President of the University of Zambia Student Union (UNZASU), as he shares how some politicians approach student union leaders not to engage minds — but to

As we commemorate World No Tobacco Day this month, we throw it back to last year’s powerful "Kick Out Tobacco" Soccer Tournament! ⚽🔥 Young people came together not just to play soccer, but to take a bold stand and say: "We are not just here to play soccer, but also to remind

PRESS STATEMENT US WITHDRAWAL FROM AFDB RISKS UNDERMINING ZAMBIA’S DEVELOPMENT – CTPD WARNS. LUSAKA 8th May, 2025 — The Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) expresses concern over the United States' (US) intention to cut USD 555 million in funding support to

🎉PODCAST ALERT! Incase you missed the People’s Space Podcast, Dixon Mutambo, University of Zambia Student Union President took a deep dive into key issues, from internal student politics and welfare at Zambia’s top university, to broader national matters. 📲 Watch full

On 30th April, 2025 , the Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) in collaboration Zambia Climate Change Network (ZCCN), held a capacity-building training for Civil Society and youth-led organizations on Sustainable Natural Resources Management and the Climate

Yesterday, the Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD), with support from the ACBF, held a Resource Mobilization Training for members of the Tobacco Control Consortium! This training focused on building long-term financial sustainability for tobacco control

In April, we brought together 33 grassroots leaders in Kenya who are advocating for better national carbon policies. After reflecting on the lived experiences of communities impacted by carbon projects, the dynamic group left with several concrete ideas to improve national

In this week’s Monday Opinion co-authored by CTPD Head of Advocacy and Campaigns Natalie Kaunda and CTPD Researcher for Trade and Investment Barnabas Mwale explores the Lobito Corridor – questioning whether it will be a potential game-changer for Zambia or the next TAZARA in

🎉PODCAST LOADING! Africa is losing a staggering $89 BILLION every year! How? Through illicit financial flows, corporate tax dodging, and shady trade practices that rob the continent of its future. In this eye-opening conversation on the People’s space Podcast this week, Evelyn

PRESS STATEMENT ZAMBIA’S DEBT RESTRUCTURING DEAL WITH EXIM BANK OF INDIA COMMENDABLE - CTPD LUSAKA 11TH May, 2025 – The Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) commends the Zambia Government for securing a bilateral debt restructuring deal worth US$335 million with the

As we count down to World No Tobacco Day 2025, watch this animation revealing the truth behind Tobacco & Nicotine Products – especially e-cigarettes. We unmask the tobacco industry tactics : targeting our youth with flashy ads, fruity flavors and sleek packaging — but behind the

🎉Newsletter out! Take a look at what we have been up to from January to March 2025 — from advocacy highlights to key developments shaping our work and impact. Read more 👉 : rb.gy/4reg4w Don’t miss the next edition — subscribe here : rb.gy/3lhskh

As the World No Tobacco Day commemoration approaches, Our Legal Researcher Lucy Musonda unveils how the tobacco industry employs subtle yet effective tactics to entice young people into tobacco use. This opinion piece is drawn from findings of The Big Tobacco, Tiny Targets

With support from the Tax Justice Network Africa, Contestants of the 2024 People’s Budget Competition brought the fire 🔥 as they debated how their proposed budgets would tackle rising inflation amidst Zambia's devastating drought crisis. Each contestant offered innovative approaches to

This piece of our Monday Opinion authored by CTPD Legal Researcher Lucy Musonda explores the growing concerns around how rural communities in Zambia are being engaged in carbon offset projects. It highlights that while carbon markets offer new revenue opportunities and promise

🎉PODCAST ALERT!! On this week’s episode of the People’s Space Podcast, our Climate Change & Environment Researcher Solomon Mwampikita breaks down the complex world of carbon credits — what they are, how the market operates, and why local communities mustn’t be left behind in