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Summary chart of what changes for Zambian businesses around the August 2026 election including slower government payment, frozen interest rates, paused credit decisions and softer consumer demand

How Zambian Businesses Should Plan for the Election Period

Slower procurement, lost working days, paused credit. A practical, non-partisan checklist for running a Zambian business through the August 2026 election period.

Zzambianeconomist · 28 Jul 2026 · 7 min read

Electric freight delivery vehicles operating in an urban logistics environment, highlighting how affordable financing and sustainable transport can improve driver incomes across India and Africa.

Entrepreneurship & Startups

Electric Freight: From India To Africa, Drivers Will Benefit Only If Finance Keeps Pace

A new report finds electric freight can raise driver incomes, but affordable finance, steady demand and flexible leasing models are essential for Africa's transition.

Zzambianeconomist · 27 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

zida-investment-deal-room-halwampa.jpg Alt text: ZDA Director General Albert Halwampa speaking about the Zambia Investment Deal Room platform connecting fund seekers with investors

Entrepreneurship & Startups

202 Fund Seekers and 187 Investment Projects Registered on Zambia Investment Deal Room

ZDA has recorded 202 fund seekers, 187 investment projects, and 28 registered funders on the Zambia Investment Deal Room, with two deals in active talks

Zzambianeconomist · 24 Jul 2026 · 2 min read