Stronger Kwacha Delivers Fuel Price Relief, Supporting Inflation Control
The Energy Regulation Board’s fuel price adjustment for February 2026 reflects improving economic fundamentals, firmly supported by a stronger Zambian
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Fuel Reduction Effects, Delays Pass-through Cost Impacts
Zambia’s fuel pricing framework operates on a cost-plus model anchored on import parity pricing system, with several other components being
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Zambia’s 2026 Economic Outlook
Zambia’s 2026 economic outlook is cautiously positive but remains highly conditional on reform momentum and policy execution. The restoration of
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January 2026 Kwacha Performance Update
The Zambian kwacha has delivered a strong performance rebounds seen in January 2026, extending gains from late December and was
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2026 National Budget Meet Ground Realities
The early implementation phase of the 2026 National Budget is a critical test of Zambia’s fiscal credibility and policy consistency.
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Zambia’s New Bond Market Rules, Policy Mechanics at FX Interplay
As Zambia introduces foreign investor participation in the local currency bonds, and as they plan to exit from Zambia’s domestic
Read MoreIMF as Coolant, Not Cure
Zambia’s engagement with the IMF should be viewed as a stabilisation strategy, not a development cure-all. The Fund did not
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Zambia’s Economic Stability Through Electoral Transition
As Zambia approaches the August 2026 general elections and the conclusion of the Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP), the economy
Read MoreZambia’s Poverty Paradox: Strong Macroeconomics, Slow Social Payoff
Recent global rankings describing Zambia as among the world’s poorest countries have raised concern, especially when set against improving macroeconomic
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Tourism Sector Complimenting Zambia’s New Growth Narrative
Zambia’s tourism sector has kept on recording strong growth rates, and has further emerged as a key fundamental economic diversification
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