The Zambian Kwacha has continued to trade positively with recent gains against the US dollar, standing at K17/$. According to the Central Bank Q1 report of 2026, the Kwacha gained by 14.8%. Despite this, many experts have described the significant gain as problematic to exporters, revealing the fragility of economic progression. The biggest question that many are asking is, how is this likely to affect exports? According to Southern Africa Cross Border Trader (SACBT) Secretary General Jacob Makambwe being an import-dependent country. However, Makambwe noted that the exporters, on the other hand are affected by the appreciation of the Kwacha...
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