Zambia

In the event of a Chinese slowdown, which is not our core view, Zambia's economy would primarily be hurt through its current account and exchange rate. The country's economic growth... 2007-12-13

Based on recent data we have made some minor revisions to our 2007 and 2008 estimates: real GDP growth looks a bit stronger and the inflation picture somewhat more benign. The continuous... 2007-11-28

With the help of a strong tailwind in the form of world commodity prices, Zambia's prospects have much improved. On the governance side, corruption is now being taken seriously and... 2007-11-28

The Zambian economy is diversifying but mining, especially copper, remains the engine of growth. FDI interest in the sector is robust, prompting the government to increase its fiscal... 2007-11-28

BMI view: Albeit highly unpopular in the short run, the government's proposed hike of energy tariffs bodes well for the rehabilitation of the energy sector. Longer-term, we believe... 2007-10-26

BMI View: Global demand for copper has risen by 4.9% year-to-date and should remain robust thanks to growing appetite from emerging markets - this will clearly support both economic... 2007-10-26

The centrepiece of President Levy Mwanawasa's legislative programme is a reform of the constitution, for which purpose a National Constitution Conference (NCC) has been created to... 2007-10-25

Zambia currently holds the rotating presidency of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). While not normally a particularly arduous task, the situation in neighbouring... 2007-09-28

BMI View: Improved public administration, strong backing from donors, and renewed interest on the part of private foreign investors are all grounds for optimism. But the most significant... 2007-09-28

BMI View: Kwacha performance is to some extent seasonal, but the unit has been remarkably stable this year. After averaging ZMK4,127.83/US$ in 2006, the central bank mid-rate stood... 2007-09-28