Posts by Funashi Mwamba
Could MTN MoMo Become a Bank in Zambia? What MTN’s New Strategy Means
MTN Group is considering applying for banking licences in selected African markets as it looks beyond mobile-money transfers and towards direct lending. MTN Group chief executive Ralph Mupita said on 25 August 2026 that lending had become one of the company’s fastest-growing financial services. A banking licence could allow MTN to accept deposits and lend…
Read MoreStarlink Global Roam is No More Whats Next for What Zambian Users
Starlink has discontinued its Global Roam service plan in August 2026, affecting customers who relied on one subscription to use their equipment across different countries. The plan was closed to new customers on 15 July 2026 and withdrawn from existing subscribers on 17 August 2026, according to Starlink’s official support notice. For most Zambian Starlink…
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S26 FE Expected This Week: What Zambian Buyers Should Know
Samsung’s next Galaxy S26 device will be unveiled on Thursday, 27 August 2026, during an online Galaxy Event beginning at 14:00 Zambian time. The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is expected to join an S26 family that has already been on sale since February 2026. Samsung will unveil its newest S26-series member, promising flagship camera and…
Read MoreNAPSA Supplementary Savings Is Worth Considering—Despite Confusing iCARE Rules
NAPSA Supplementary Savings or NSS – NAPSA has introduced Supplementary Savings on its iCARE platform, giving Zambians an opportunity to save voluntarily beyond their compulsory pension contributions. Unlike ordinary NAPSA contributions deducted through payroll, participation is optional. Members can opt in through iCARE and contribute according to their financial ability, without a publicly stated minimum…
Read MoreZRA to Introduce Pre-Filled VAT Returns Using Smart Invoice Data
ZRA pre-filled VAT Returns Bring changes to how business is done in Zambia: The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) is preparing another major change to VAT administration in Zambia: VAT returns will begin pulling transaction information directly from the Smart Invoice system and automatically pre-fill parts of the VAT declaration. According to a public notice dated…
Read MoreZambia Visa Types Explained, From Single, Double, Multiple, Transit and KAZA Visas
Zambia Visa Types and Immigration eServices Explained: If you are applying for a Zambia visa online, one of the first decisions you will need to make is choosing the correct type of visa. The Zambia Department of Immigration separates Visa Applications from Permit Applications on its eServices platform. When starting a new visa application online,…
Read MoreWhich IT Certifications Should You Get in the AI Era?
Artificial intelligence is changing what it means to build a career in IT. For Zambia’s IT professionals, graduates and students, the question is no longer simply which programming language to learn or which certification to collect next. The bigger question is: where will human IT skills still matter as AI and bots becomes capable of…
Read MoreHow to Tell if an MTN, Airtel or Zamtel SMS is Fake
Fake MTN Airtel Zamtel SMS – Every day, thousands of Zambians receive SMS messages claiming they have won money, need to verify their Mobile Money account, or must click a link to avoid suspension. There is just so any unsolicited messages from scammers and also from gamers and businesses tryignt o convert you. To make…
Read MoreZamtel na Pepsi K10 Million Promotion, Can One Person Really Win K10 Million?
If you’ve seen adverts for the new Zamtel na Pepsi Peel. Scan. Win. promotion, you’re probably wondering whether one lucky Zambian will walk away with K10 million. If thats your question Lensesview has the answer for you. The short answer is no. The K10 million being advertised is the total value of prizes that will…
Read MoreMeta (Facebook) Has Started Charging for WhatsApp
For years, WhatsApp has been Meta’s of Facebook major service that remained free from advertisements and subscription fees. And for sure we enjoyed it. You should cry if you can as that has now changed. Apparently this was the question we asked 10 years ago. Whats the benefit of Facebook offering free WhatsApp? or some…
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