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Zambia’s Central Bank Raises Policy Rate to 14.5% to Tackle Inflation

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  • Bank of Zambia hikes benchmark rate by 50 basis points amid persistent inflationary pressures
  • Inflation expected to remain above target through 2026 despite economic recovery prospects

Lusaka, Zambia – Zambia’s central bank has raised its Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points to 14.5%, aiming to curb inflation as the country works toward achieving a 6-8% target in 2025 and beyond.

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