The latest reporting and analysis from The Zambian Economist, across every beat we cover.
Rising copper output and firmer global prices are lifting export earnings, but analysts warn the gains hinge on power supply and rail capacity.
A local fintech is using alternative credit scoring to get working capital to small traders faster than traditional banks.
The Bank of Zambia's latest rate decision has ripple effects for mortgages, business loans, and the Kwacha.
From bookkeeping to customer service, small firms are experimenting with AI tools long before formal strategy catches up.
A wave of new governance codes is pushing Zambian firms toward more transparent reporting and board accountability.
As copper towns look beyond the mine, agribusiness ventures are emerging as a steadier second income for whole districts.
Senior leaders are starting to talk openly about pace, pressure, and what sustainable leadership actually looks like.
A new generation of women-led startups is challenging assumptions about who investors back and why.
Small business sentiment is improving even as owners flag input costs and hiring as ongoing challenges.
