Jan. 28, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — In January 2026, Zambia’s inflation rate dropped to 9.4%, marking a significant milestone as it fell below double digits for the first time in three years. This shift was largely driven by a strengthening national currency, the kwacha, which helped ease the cost of consumer goods. According to reporting from Bloomberg, the sudden slowdown in price increases provides the central bank with more flexibility to lower interest rates. Official data presented by the Statistician-General confirms that the economic environment is stabilizing compared to the higher rates seen in previous months. These developments suggest a positive trend for the copper-rich nation’s economy and its future borrowing costs. Continue reading →