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Africa, don’t be fooled by growth statistics: The Zambia 6% ‘Success Story’ is a wake-up call
04 Jul 2025 15:08 GMT
… not for the people.
Zambia’s bond index has risen … Yes, the Kwacha is the best-performing currency globally.
But … not because Zambia is building new industries.
Currency performance without … local businesses
Dignified lives
Zambia is recovering — but …
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Naira Trades Stronger in July as Currency Reform Begins to Yield Dividends
02 Jul 2025 14:29 GMT
… of the currency, while Ghana’s cedi and Zambia’s kwacha also experienced … for full recovery. For sustained currency appreciation, Nigeria would nevertheless need …
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Zambia’s Economy Stabilizing, Poised for Growth – Dr. Haabazoka Gives Three-Year Forecast
30 Jun 2025 20:36 GMT
… macroeconomic indicators are stabilizing.”
Zambia’s previous boom, he … contraction.
Following that downturn, Zambia embarked on a debt … to ease and the kwacha has shown signs of … which remains Zambia’s largest source of foreign currency. He added …
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APPRECIATION OF THE KWACHA MAY BE SHORT LIVED- ECONOMIST CHISANGA
30 Jun 2025 20:36 GMT
… the recent appreciation of the kwacha, warning against a hasty … Mr Chisanga explained that Zambia’s exchange rate remains highly … current strength of the kwacha may not necessarily reflect … of determining whether the currency’s appreciation is underpinned …
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Kwacha’s Surprise Comeback: Real Strength or Temporary Relief?
23 Jun 2025 12:35 GMT
… Zambia has witnessed a surprising yet welcome development: the Zambian kwacha … the Kwacha’s appreciation and sustainability.
Kwacha gains … local currency.
Another factor supporting the currency is … . Confidence matters in currency markets. Positive sentiment …
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KWACHA ON THE RISE: INFLUX OF DOLLARS, POLICY MOVES, AND GLOBAL FACTORS FUEL GAINS
22 Jun 2025 17:24 GMT
… FACTORS FUEL GAINS
Zambia’s currency, the kwacha, has strengthened notably … operations to absorb excess kwacha from the market.
… Haabazoka explained.
Indeed, Zambia is benefitting from a … one analyst asked.
As Zambia navigates these economic crosswinds, …
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KUMWESU BUSINESS ANALYSIS: ZAMBIA’S INFORMAL GOLD ECONOMY – OPPORTUNITY OR ESCAPING FORTUNE?
22 Jun 2025 17:24 GMT
… Zambia grapples with mounting external debt exceeding $21 billion, a fluctuating kwacha … may not completely offset Zambia’s external debt, they … . Gold is a hard currency reserve asset, and countries … with global financial institutions. Zambia could use its gold …
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Zambia’s Economic Momentum Strengthens as Kwacha Gains Ground
20 Jun 2025 15:18 GMT
… that are supporting the Kwacha and improving overall economic … provided favorable conditions for the Kwacha. “This environment reduces … preference for the local currency.
Trade conditions are also … -balanced economic outlook in Zambia,” Chisanga concluded.
He …
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Kwacha gains boosted by mining sector – Musokotwane
18 Jun 2025 06:07 GMT
… of the Kwacha is largely due to increased foreign currency inflows from … contributing factors. Commenting on the Kwacha’s performance in an interview … had revived investor confidence in Zambia’s key economic sectors. “My …
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Kwacha gains signal economic recovery, Dr Haabazoka
13 Jun 2025 09:13 GMT
… increased demand for foreign currency.
However, with improved yields … corporate tax payments and forex inflows as additional contributors, … their earnings from foreign currency into Kwacha to meet quarterly … a renewed confidence in Zambia’s economic future.
“ …