
From Economic Stabilisation to a Broad-Based Economy: The Role of MSMEs in the Next Five Years
The debt-service train is coming. Zambia's answer must be millions of productive, income-earning small businesses, argues Steven M. Mbangu.
Coverage of monetary policy, public finance, growth, investment and the national economic outlook.

The debt-service train is coming. Zambia's answer must be millions of productive, income-earning small businesses, argues Steven M. Mbangu.

President Hichilema's re-election gives Zambia policy continuity. Kelvin Chisanga on why the second term must turn stability into inclusion, starting with the September Budget.

A strong mandate gives President Hichilema room to move from stabilising Zambia's economy to making its recovery felt in household budgets.

Zambia could be entering a strong post-election confidence rally, but converting political certainty into investment, jobs and inclusive growth will depend on what happens after the count.

Zambia enters the election period with stronger economic fundamentals. The challenge is to protect those gains and convert stability into jobs, production and higher household incomes.

Zambia’s Emoluments Commission sits at the intersection of pay equity, public-sector productivity and fiscal stability. Its effectiveness could influence how government converts its wage bill into services for…

Zambia’s Treasury released K21.1 billion in July for wages, social support, food security, debt obligations and capital projects, taking 2026 releases to K152.05 billion.
A viral graphic claims Mundubile leads Hichilema 57% to 41%. Its own numbers contradict each other. Here is how to spot the fabrication, and what Zambia's real economic…