Amini Centre for Policy Research

Most people do not spend their time thinking about government bonds. And that is fair. Terms like “yield curves” and “liquidity” can feel distant from everyday life. But what if these ideas quietly shape how affordable loans are, how businesses grow and even how stable the economy feels? Zambia’s 2026 Benchmark Bond Policy which was launched in March by the Ministry of Finance and National Planning, may sound technical, but at its heart, it is trying to solve a very practical problem, making...

Author: Dickson Jere Publishers: Nsemia Inc. There are few Zambians who have written about their experiences of working with Presidents, among them Vernon Mwaanga, Valentine Musakanya and Martin Kalungu Banda. Their books, though, covered other subjects. So Jere’s book stands out for being solely dedicated to the Presidency. He deserves praise for sharing his side of the story and we can only hope there will be more by others in such similar positions. The book is primarily about the author’s...

Zambians in the diaspora donate to combat outbreak of cholera in Kanyama in 2024. Source: UPND Media Team. Introduction The United Party for National Development (UPND) outlines a foreign policy vision centred on mutual respect, regional cooperation, peace and economic diplomacy. Its emphasis on restoring Zambia’s credibility abroad shows an understanding that global engagement can advance domestic prosperity. Yet, the manifesto’s commitments often remain aspirational, lacking clear...