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By Savior Mwambwa Thanks to the Christmas holidays, I’ve just finished reading the World Bank’s latest Country Private Sector Diagnostic for Zambia in depth, and I have some thoughts to share.  While the report offers valuable insights into Zambia’s investment landscape, its fundamental approach concerns me. Let me explain why. What the World Bank Gets […]

Written By Ceaser Siwale The RussiaUkraine War The war between Russia and Ukraine is reshaping global energy and mineral markets. Ukraine, home to significant lithium reserves, has seen its mining sector stalled due to the conflict. This delays its potential as a key supplier of EV batteries and exacerbates Europe’s reliance on imports from geopolitically […]

Thoughts from Ceaser Siwale Aging Populations vs. Young Populations Prediction: Aging populations in developed economies will strain social systems, while youthful demographics in regions like Africa will drive innovation and economic growth. Reality: Aging populations in Europe, Japan, and parts of North America are creating labour shortages and increasing healthcare and pension burdens. Governments in these regions […]

Thoughts by Ceaser Siwale The Impact of AI Prediction: Artificial intelligence is predicted to revolutionise industries, enhance productivity, and create global economic opportunities. Reality: While AI has delivered breakthroughs in automation, healthcare, and finance, its implementation has highlighted stark inequalities. Advanced economies are reaping the benefits while developing nations face infrastructure, talent acquisition, and data access challenges. […]

Thoughts from Ceaser Siwale Food Security: A Global Challenge Prediction: Technological innovations, including AI-driven agricultural systems, are expected to increase food production and reduce waste significantly, ensuring global food security. Reality: While AI transforms agriculture with precision farming and improved crop monitoring, the impacts are unevenly distributed. Regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, where agriculture remains largely subsistence-based, struggle […]

Thoughts from Ceaser Siwale Electric Vehicles (EVs): A Tipping Point Prediction: By 2025, governments and automakers worldwide are expected to push aggressively toward EV adoption, spurred by the convergence of stricter environmental regulations, consumer demand, and economic incentives. Countries like China and members of the European Union are ramping up EV manufacturing and infrastructure, while automakers […]

Thoughts By Ceaser Siwale As 2025 approaches, the global socioeconomic landscape is undergoing seismic changes driven by intersecting technological, environmental, and demographic forces. The accelerated adoption of electric vehicles (“Evs”), the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure, and the institutionalisation of environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) principles are reshaping industries. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence (“AI”) permeates every […]

By Savior Mwambwa Zambia sits on roughly 6% of the world’s copper reserves (estimated at 20 million tonnes) and produces over 800,000 tonnes annually. Recent developments in our mining sector – both the IDC-Mercuria trading joint venture announcement and broader discussions about the country’s mineral development strategy – demand keen attention. These discussions encompass critical […]

By Savior Mwambwa As I was reviewing  the most recent IMF’s latest Regional Economic Outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa  released in October this year, I found myself wrestling with a familiar tension. The numbers tell a stark story: despite decades of orthodox reforms, Sub-Saharan Africa’s share of global manufacturing value added remains stuck at a mere 1.8% as of […]

By Savior Mwambwa Note: This post kicks off our new series examining the G20’s impact on African economies, with a special focus on implications for Zambia. Over the next few weeks, this series will dive deep into key issues including critical minerals, climate finance, and resource governance – all through the lens of Zambia’s economic […]