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Zambia GDP Growth Revised to 3.8% in 2025, AfDB Projects Recovery to 5.0% in 2026 and 6.3% in 2027 as Inflation Eases to 9.3%
The AfDB African Economic Outlook 2026 revised Zambia's GDP growth to 3.8% in 2025, down from an initial 5.2% estimate, due to underperformance in ICT, trade, and finance, with inflation declining to 14.0% and public debt dropping to 87.6% of GDP following debt restructuring. Growth is projected to recover to 5.0% in 2026 and 6.3% in 2027, driven by mining, agriculture, and energy recovery, with inflation easing to 9.3% in 2026 and the current account swinging to a surplus of 0.8% of GDP on higher copper export earnings.
IMF Projects Zambia Fiscal Surplus To Fall To 1.1% Of GDP In 2026 From 3.1% In 2025 With Growth At 4.3% And Inflation At 8.5%
IMF staff concluded a visit to Zambia to review economic developments under the recently completed Extended Credit Facility programme and discuss a possible successor arrangement. The Fund projects the fiscal surplus to fall to 1.1% of GDP in 2026 from 3.1% in 2025, with growth at 4.3% and inflation expected at 8.5% by the end of 2026.
Zambia Economic Growth Forecast Set at 5.5% for 2026 as IMF Cuts 2025 Growth to 4.5% and Warns of Fiscal Pressures
The International Monetary Fund projects Zambia’s economic growth at 5.5% in 2026 after revising the 2025 forecast down to 4.5% due to weaker mining and energy constraints. The mission also noted progress in debt restructuring, stronger reserves, declining inflation, and emerging fiscal pressures ahead of the elections.
IMF Completes Sixth Review of Zambia Extended Credit Facility, Approves USD 190 million with GDP Growth Projected at 5.8% and Inflation at 9.3% in 2026
The International Monetary Fund has completed the sixth and final review of Zambia’s Extended Credit Facility, approving a USD 190 million disbursement and bringing total programme support to USD 1.7 billion. The Fund estimates GDP growth at 5.2% in 2025, driven by strong mining activity and record maize production, and projects growth of 5.8% in 2026, supported by improved electricity generation and continued expansion in mining and services, while inflation is projected to decline to 9.3%.
IMF Projects Zambia’s GDP to Reach 5.2% in 2026, Citing Economic Resilience, Eased Inflation, and Reform Progress in 2025 Extended Credit Facility Review
The IMF concluded its 2025 review of the Extended Credit Facility with Zambia, projecting GDP growth of 5.2% in 2026 following 4.5% growth in early 2025. The IMF cited easing inflation, improved liquidity, strong investor demand, and steady reform progress in governance, fiscal management, and private sector participation.
IMF Projects Zambia GDP to Grow by 5.8% in 2025 and 6.4% in 2026, Inflation to Ease to 9.2%
The IMF’s October 2025 Regional Economic Outlook projects Zambia’s GDP growth at 5.8% in 2025 and 6.4% in 2026, with inflation easing to 9.2%. The report highlights Zambia’s fiscal recovery, surplus outlook, and tax policy lessons as the country continues its debt restructuring process.
Zambia GDP Growth Reached 5% in Q2 2023
The Zambia Statistics Agency recently released its monthly macroeconomic stats for September 2023, indicating that the economic growth…
Zambia Economic Outlook 2023-2024: GDP to Soar by 4.2% and Inflation to Fall
The African Development Bank (AfDB) recently presented the 2023 edition of its flagship African Economic Outlook report.
Zambia’s GDP to Grow by 3.9% in 2023 and 4.1% in 2024, WB Forecasts
The World Bank (WB) has recently released its Global Economic Prospects Report – January 2023, in which it forecasts…
Zambia’s GDP to Grow by 4% in 2023 and 4.3% in 2024, AfDB Projects
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has recently released its first Africa’s Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook – January 2023,…