Zambia
Zambia's default reiterates external trust deficit
The government has triggered the first sovereign default on the continent amid the COVID-19 pandemic
ZambiaAbortive Zambian law changes may heighten clampdown
A much-criticised effort to change the constitution has failed in parliament
ZambiaZambia faces default despite bondholders’ reprieve
Lusaka’s creditors want to avoid setting a precedent for other embattled sovereigns
ZambiaWindow for Zambian debt deal is rapidly narrowing
Market sentiment suggests a looming default despite Lusaka receiving some breathing space
ZambiaZambia's government will struggle to convince on debt
A coupon payment has been missed, with a potential default looming
ZambiaAfrican central banks face growing political pressures
The recent sacking of a central bank governor has highlighted the fragile independence of many such institutions
ZambiaCOVID-19 and repression will fuel new African protests
Social distancing and related restrictions are prompting new forms of opposition and civil society protests
AfricaZambian central bank governor's exit will raise unease
The well-regarded governor has controversially been replaced by the president before his mandate ended
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