reduced demand from China and uncertain economic recovery in developed economies. Zambia is no exception. Falling copper … counteracted in a sustainable manner by utilizing fiscal buffers, but this option was not available, as Zambia did not make savings … are limited, as Zambia's debt levels have soared in recent years following repeat non-concessional borrowing, making it …

This paper is about understanding the cycle of global copper price booms and busts over Zambia's economic history. We … subsidies and sustaining inefficient state-owned companies. In recent times, Zambia has accumulated worryingly high levels of … distress, provided the authorities consistently pursue strong fiscal management and discipline. Ultimately, Zambia's ability to …

propelled a wave of similar initiatives across Africa. In Southern Africa, Zambia and South Africa instituted special economic … infrastructure financing and provision and weak local supplier capabilities. Special economic zones in Lusaka, Zambia, face similar …

One of the world's most youthful countries, Zambia's economy has been booming since the early 2000s on the back of … gaining most from rapid growth in Zambia, with the public sector hiring a substantial share of better educated Zambians and … paying them more for a given level of education. The majority of Zambia's rising number of poor people are stuck in low …