2025 Global Economic Stability, Gives Zambia Growth Opportunity Window
The global economy in 2025 has been defined by cautious recovery and stabilisation rather than strong growth.
Major economies such as the United States and Europe experienced slower expansion due to high interest rates and tighter financial conditions, while inflation gradually eased from previous peaks.
This global environment has had a direct bearing on Zambia’s economic performance. For Zambia, 2025 has been relatively favourable.
Stable demand for copper and other critical minerals supported export earnings and foreign exchange inflows, contributing to improved currency stability.
Global easing of inflation also helped reduce imported price pressures, supporting domestic inflation management efforts.
Improved global food supply conditions, combined with Zambia’s own agricultural rebound, further eased pressure on food prices.
Globally, investors remained cautious, directing capital toward countries with credible reforms and policy consistency.
Zambia’s progress on debt restructuring, IMF programme implementation and improved credit ratings allowed it to benefit from this selective investment environment.
However, risks remain. High global interest rates keep borrowing costs elevated, and geopolitical tensions continue to threaten trade and energy markets.
For Zambia, this means sustaining discipline, strengthening domestic production and avoiding excessive external borrowing.
Overall, the global economy in 2025 has offered Zambia with an opportunity, not a guarantee.
Though, maintaining this stability balance and converting global conditions into jobs, lower living costs and long-term growth remains the key challenge.
