Zambia to vote as economic hardship tests government reforms
She acknowledged progress in Zambia’s debt restructuring and IMF programme, but said macroeconomic stability had not necessarily translated into improvements in household welfare, pointing to continued pressure from high food, fuel and electricity costs.
Hichilema’s government points to progress on economic reforms, including Zambia’s debt restructuring and the completion of its IMF-supported programme.”While the government can point to debt restructuring, restored international credibility, free education and renewed mining investment, Muzengeza says voters are more likely to judge its record by food and transport costs, employment prospects, electricity reliability and the quality of public services.
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