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Zambia’s mining targets appear unachievable
Government promises to boost annual copper production are not underpinned by a realistic plan
ZambiaZambia’s debt deal may face a geopolitical tug of war
Disputes between the West and China appear to be preventing finalisation of a debt deal that is critical for Zambia
ZambiaSouthern Africa mining faces infrastructure hurdles
Southern Africa has benefited in 2022 from high demand for metals which have boosted export revenues.
Southern AfricaZambian copper mining sector can expect steady growth
The government in January gave the go-ahead for a controversial open pit copper mine in the Lower Zambezi National Park
ZambiaThe new Zambian president faces long-term challenges
The new president, Hakainde Hichilema, on September 8 announced his cabinet, following an upset electoral victory
ZambiaZambia’s Patriotic Front faces major election test
New data suggests President Edgar Lungu and the ruling Patriotic Front face a tougher-than-expected election battle
ZambiaMopani deal will exacerbate Zambia's debt crisis
The ruling party prioritises local mining jobs over a solution to the debt crisis
ZambiaIMF unlikely to resolve Zambia's debt conundrum
Lusaka’s unwillingness to give clarity on its debt will stymie engagement with the Fund, just as it did with bondholders
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