Zambia’s Rate Cut Signals Confidence, But Reality is Still Harsh

2026-02-13 - 18:21

🇿🇲 VIEWPOINT | Zambia’s Rate Cut Signals Confidence, But Reality is Still Harsh The Bank of Zambia’s decision this week to cut its Monetary Policy Rate by 75 basis points, from 14.25% to 13.5%, is more than a technical adjustment. It is an economic signal. After years of volatility, the central bank is beginning to