Analysis of the Zambian economy in 2026: inflation, the kwacha, copper production, the policy rate, public debt and power supply, written for business.
External debt service now takes about K15 of every K100 Zambia collects, down from nearly K70 before restructuring. Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa says the freed cash…
By Dr. Kelvin Kamayoyo, Technical Advisor, African Rivers | The Zambian Economist Analyst Key takeaways The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed a significant El Niño event is expected…
By The Zambian Economist Analyst Key takeaways The Constitutional Court has ordered Dr Ron Mwambwa to immediately cease acting as Auditor General and vacate the office, after the…
Government is using the Holiday Yamu Loko television series and a domestic travel campaign to attract tourism investment, support local businesses and create jobs.
Courts shut on the petition deadline, a petition reached the Chief Justice by private email, ZIPAR found revenue behind target and copper output crept up 0.45%. The week…
Clarence Chisuku says discussions have begun with Sinomine Kitumba over local jobs and community investment, while farmers at three FRA depots report shortages of empty maize bags.
Zambia's 2027 Budget should move from allocations to measurable results, with every kwacha tested against investment, output, employment, exports and revenue.
The petition deadline, the countdown to the 1 September swearing-in and the quiet start of the 2027 budget cycle: the diary for 24 to 28 August.
