The Zambia Conference 2017 | Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC | 27 September 2017 | Lusaka, South America

Over the past decade, the country has enjoyed one of the world’s fastest economic growth rates. However, the past few years has certainly been challenging for Zambia’s economy and public finances. Its dependency on copper has made Zambia amongst the countries that was hit the most by the recent Chinese slowdown; and the fall in commodity prices have affected the country balance sheets and exchange reserves. HOWEVER an optimistic mood has now returned in the country. The decision by the European Investment Bank to set-up a country office has also emphasised the fact that Zambia is one of the best investment destinations in Africa.

The event will explore and analyse what the country is doing, what it should be doing and what it could be doing to support and encourage further stability and growth. Day 1 will be focusing on Zambia’s macroeconomic picture and the main sectors of the economy. Day 2 will focus on finance and technology – partners for growth. In all it will be a focused and fascinating journey designed to be an insightful, informative and inspirational experience for the local and international audience.

A draft agenda will be available to view shortly.