The economics of Zambia’s 2026 general election: manifesto costing, fiscal space, policy certainty and what businesses should plan for. Start with the series hub: <a href="https://zambianeconomist.com/economics-of-zambias-2026-election/">The Economics of Zambia’s 2026 Election</a>.
Chief Justice Mumba Malila says Zambia's High Court will handle 2026 election disputes without fear or favour, as local and international partners back judicial independence ahead of the…
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.
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…
President Hichilema pledged to upgrade Shangombo harbour, canal, and border post to boost Zambia-Angola cross-border trade ahead of the August 13 vote.
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.
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…
By Zambian Economist Analyst Most election-and-investment commentary stays at the level of sentiment: policy certainty, continuity, risk appetite. That is useful, but it skips the part an actual…
By Zambian Economist Analyst Campaign season produces a lot of crowd photos and very few reliable conclusions. With rallies drawing large turnouts across the country ahead of the…
