Election 2026 Economics
ZAF Prays for Peaceful Elections Ahead of Zambia’s 2026 Vote
The Zambia Air Force has held an intercessory prayer service in Lusaka, calling for peace, unity and credible elections ahead of Zambia’s 2026 vote.
Business & Economy
Analysis and reporting on Zambia’s business environment, markets, policy and economic outlook.
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Election 2026 Economics
Chitambo’s 13 August Vote: The Local Economy Takes Centre Stage as Chembe Kunda Runs Independent
Chembe Kunda’s independent bid for Chitambo Town Council chairperson puts local revenue, markets, services and accountability at the centre of the 13 August vote.
Inflation & Cost of Living
Zambia’s Inflation Is Back in Target. Why Relief May Still Feel Slow
Inflation has returned to the Bank of Zambia’s target range and the policy rate has edged lower. But higher fuel costs, softer growth and the legacy of earlier…
Leadership & Governance
EAZ Elections 2026: Why Its Rulebook Needs Fixing First
Ahead of its September 2026 Elective AGM, the Economics Association of Zambia faces calls to reform how its Electoral Committee is appointed and who qualifies to lead, a…
Zambia Economy 2026
Zambia Cuts August 2026 Fuel Pump Prices
ERB cuts Zambia's August 2026 pump prices: petrol to K25.29, diesel to K26.86, as falling global oil prices outweigh a weaker kwacha.
Election 2026 Economics
Hichilema Pledges Shangombo Harbour, Border Post Upgrade
President Hichilema pledged to upgrade Shangombo harbour, canal, and border post to boost Zambia-Angola cross-border trade ahead of the August 13 vote.
Election 2026 Economics
ECZ Begins Ballot Paper Distribution After Verification Process Concludes
The Electoral Commission of Zambia will distribute ballot papers to districts from 2 to 10 August after stakeholders praised the verification process as transparent and credible.
Business & Economy
Why Every Zambian Should Understand the Budget Before Voting
By Zambian Economist Analyst Every manifesto promise eventually has to fit inside one document: the national budget. Understanding roughly how it works, where the money comes from, where…