IMF 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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Global Economy 2026: Stability Under Structural Pressure
The global economic outlook for 2026 points to a phase of relative stability but constrained growth, as the world economy
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Cobalt Rising Global-Price Pushes Zambia With Opportunity Window
The recent surge in cobalt prices, rising by about 130 percent from early 2025 levels to over US$56,200 per tonne,
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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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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
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Zambia’s Mining Sector Shows Strong Consolidation in 2025
Zambia’s mining sector has delivered a solid and stabilising performance in 2025, reaffirming its position as the backbone of the
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Zambia’s Economic Recovery, Positive But Twisting Household Realities
Despite signs of macroeconomic recovery remaining strong in Zambia, the cost of living has remained quite high because economic stabilisation
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