Economy
Kwacha joins Africa’s weakest currencies in August despite stronger bond market
The Zambian Kwacha is among the weaker African currencies this month, despite positive developments in the country’s bond market and higher copper prices. ...
Economy
Kwacha extends losses for third consecutive session
The Zambian Kwacha extended its decline against the United States dollar for a third consecutive session on Friday, as increased demand for hard ...
Economy
Kwacha slips as copper squeeze eases
The Zambian Kwacha weakened slightly against the United States dollar on Wednesday as demand for hard currency outpaced available supply, while signs of ...
Economy
Kwacha extends losses, ranks worst-performing African currency in July
The Kwacha weakened for a third consecutive trading session yesterday, extending its month-long decline against the US dollar as demand for foreign currency ...
Economy
Kwacha slips as markets await month-end forex support
The Zambian Kwacha weakened marginally against the US dollar at the start of the week, although month-end demand for the local currency is ...
Economy
Improved copper output, agric harvests set to boost Kwacha value
Zambia’s improving mining performance and prospects for a stronger agricultural harvest are expected to provide medium-term support to the Kwacha, although the local ...
Economy
Kwacha extends losing streak as dollar demand intensifies
The Zambian Kwacha weakened for a fourth consecutive trading session on Wednesday as sustained demand for the US dollar continued to outstrip available ...
Economy
Kwacha strengthens against major international currencies
The Zambian Kwacha strengthened against major international currencies on Wednesday, buoyed by improved United States dollar liquidity and support from the central bank. ...
Economy
Zambian currency holds ground in calm trading session
The Zambian Kwacha remained largely stable against the United States dollar during Monday’s trading session, supported by strong market activity and balanced foreign ...
Economy
Kwacha maintains position against United States dollar
The Zambian kwacha traded largely unchanged against the United States dollar on Friday as foreign currency demand and supply remained balanced on the ...
