Zambia’s economy remains strong with growth expected to increase above 6% in 2015/16 after a decline in GDP growth from 6.7% in 2013 to 5.7% due mainly to waning copper production. Inflation is expected to fall below 7.0% by 2017.

Privatization of government-owned copper mines in the 1990s relieved the government from covering mammoth losses generated by the industry and greatly increased copper mining output and profitability to spur economic growth. 

Apart from mining-related activity, manufacturing in Zambia is limited. Wage costs are high and services such as transport and banking are costly.

The Zambian government is in the process of developing the new 7th National Development Plan 2017-2021 (7th NDP). It provides an opportunity to prioritize government objectives towards poverty reduction and strengthening the linkages between budgeting and planning. 

See page 21 “Starting a Business” in this World Bank report

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Zambia. 

See page 21 “Starting a Business” in this World Bank report

The Corporate Tax Rate in Zambia stands at 35 percent.

Under the Income Tax Act, Zambia has a source-based system for the taxation of income. Income deemed to be from a Zambian source is generally subject to Zambian income tax.

The Personal Income Tax Rate in Zambia stands at 35 percent.

Income deemed to be from a Zambian source is generally subject to Zambian income tax. Zambian residents are also subject to income tax on interest and dividends from a source outside Zambia.

The Sales Tax Rate in Zambia stands at 16 percent. Sales Tax Rate in Zambia averaged 16.30 percent from 2006 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 17.50 percent in 2007 and a record low of 16 percent in 2008. Sales Tax Rate in Zambia is reported by the Zambia Revenue Authority.

A tax table including VAT from the World Bank

Visa requirements from the Zambia Department of Immigration

VisaHQprovides expediting services for visa to Zambia and charges a service fee.

Air and land travel options in Zambia

Since Zambia is a landlocked country it depends heavily on road transport companies for the haulage of heavy goods and supplies across Zambia. 

Telecommunications in Zambia includes radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the Internet.

Zambia Telecom is a leading provider of VoIP over broadband Internet, VSAT satellite and Fibre for enterprise customers across the country.

Zambia – Employment Act

This site provides links to the labor laws of Zambia

This site discusses issues important to workers in Zambia incluing termination provisions

Quick reference guide to public holidays dates in Zambia

See “People and Society” on this site

This site is about the demographic features of the population of Zambia, includingpopulation density, ethnicity, education level, health of the populace, economic status, religious affiliations and others aspects of the population.

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Zambia. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

The cost of living in Zambia is low for those paid in a strong currency, but it is still fairly expensive as far as Africa is concerned. 

Dos and Don’ts for business and student visitors to Zambia

Tips for conducting business in Zambia

The general height of the land gives Zambia a more pleasant climate than that experienced in most tropical countries. There are three seasons – cool and dry from May to August, hot and dry from September to November, and warm and wet from December to April.

Zambia is situated in the tropics and receives good rainfall. It has a dry season from May to the end of October and a wet season from November to April. 

Latest travel advice for Zambia including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health

Information on how safe expats are in Zambia, safety for women and tips on increasing personal safety and home security in Zambia.

The Zambian education system has a 7-5-4 structure, namely 7 years at primary school, 2 and 3 years at junior and higher secondary school respectively, and 4 years at university for undergraduate degrees.

Information on education and schools in Zambia, including public, private and international schools. Learn about curricula, tuition costs, admissions and enrolment.

Comprehensive list of National Public Holidays that are celebrated in Zambia during 2016 with dates and information on the origin and meaning of holidays.

Zambia Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

Zambia’s main export markets are Switzerland, South Africa, DR Congo, China, and Egypt. Imports come primarily from South Africa, India, Kuwait, China, DR Congo, and the United Arab Emirates. 

This site provides key information on Zambia’s participation in the WTO. Zambia has been a WTO member since 1 January 1995 and  a member of GATT since 10 February 1982.

A listing of countires with which Zambia has trade agreements

A guide to hotel accommodations in Lusaka

 Information includes guides to renting, leasing, buying and researching property, houses and apartments in Zambia.

Top 10 reasons to visit Zambia. This large, landlocked country in southern Africa has natural attractions that rival any continental competitor.

Acknowledged as one of the safest countries in the world to visit, Zambia’s welcoming people live in peace and harmony. And here, in the warm heart of Africa, you will find some of the finest Safari experiences on the planet