Zambia’s Current Account Surplus: The Quiet Good News Story
Zambia's current account surplus is set to widen from 0.8% of GDP in 2026 to 3.1% in 2027, driven by copper. What it means for reserves, the kwacha and investors.
Thursday, 13 August 2026 · Lusaka, Zambia
ZMW / USD18.7890▲ +0.37%ZMW / CNY2.7807▲ +0.40%GDP Growth (World Bank)3.8%▼ -0.1Review dateReal GDP Growth Forecast (IMF)4.3%▲ +0.5ZMW / USD18.7890▲ +0.37%ZMW / CNY2.7807▲ +0.40%GDP Growth (World Bank)3.8%▼ -0.1Review dateReal GDP Growth Forecast (IMF)4.3%▲ +0.5