The Dragon and the Copper Belt: The Complex Realities of China-Zambia Relations
Fri, Jun 18 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The relationship between China and Zambia is deeply complex, evolving from historical solidarity into a modern partnership defined by massive economic investment, sovereign debt crises, and significant labor controversies. Continue reading
Nov. 29, 2023 /IEconomy/ — Zambia is a country in southern Africa that has been struggling with a heavy debt burden for many years. In 2020, the country became the first African nation to default on its sovereign debt during the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to get its finances back on track, Zambia has been seeking to restructure its debt with its creditors. Continue reading