Achievements
A record of key milestones and accomplishments across economy, education, health, mining, agriculture, energy, infrastructure and governance under President Hichilema's leadership.
$2 Billion Barrick Lumwana Super Pit Expansion Commissioned
Works on the $2 billion Barrick Lumwana Mine Super Pit Expansion Project were commissioned. The project, scheduled for completion in 2028, will add 24...
Chimwemwe Level 1 Hospital Commissioned in Kitwe
President Hichilema officially commissioned the Chimwemwe Level One Hospital in Kitwe District, Copperbelt Province, on 22 August 2024. The 80-bed sta...
US$6.3 Billion External Debt Restructuring Secured
Zambia secured a landmark US$6.3 billion external debt restructuring package under the G20 Common Framework, achieving 92% Agreement in Principle with...
Sovereign Credit Rating Upgraded from Default
Standard & Poor's Global Ratings upgraded Zambia's sovereign credit standing from "D" (default) to "C+", marking the country's exit from debt default...
Recapitalisation of Mopani Copper Mines
Partnered with International Resources Holding (IRH) to recapitalise Mopani Copper Mines Plc through a US$1.1 billion investment, expected to boost co...
Ammonia and Urea Plant Becomes Operational
The ammonia and urea plant at United Capital Fertiliser Zambia Limited became operational, positioning Zambia as a net exporter of ammonia and urea, p...
166 New Secondary Schools Under Construction
The government commenced construction of 166 new secondary schools across the country, scheduled for completion in 2026, to accommodate the surge in l...
Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway Under Construction
Significant progress was recorded on the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway, connecting the capital with Zambia's key mining and industrial hubs on the Cop...
Inflation Reduced from 24.4% to Single Digits
Inflation fell sharply from 24.4 percent in August 2021 to 8.9 percent by the end of 2023, reflecting the effectiveness of monetary and fiscal reforms...
National Electricity Access Expanded
Raised national electricity access from 34% in 2021 to 54% in 2023; rural access increased from 8% to 34% through the Rural Electrification Programme....
Access to Information Act Signed into Law
The Access to Information Act was signed into law on 15 December 2023, marking a significant milestone in enhancing transparency and accountability in...
$1.1 Billion Mopani Copper Mine Investment Unlocked
Through a joint venture with International Resource Holdings via ZCCM-IH, the government unlocked $1.1 billion into Mopani Copper Mines, revamping ope...
Zambia's Historic Debt Restructuring Deal
At the New Global Financing Pact Summit in Paris, Zambia negotiated a landmark debt restructuring deal for $6.3 billion of external debt with its cred...
Kafue Gorge Lower Hydropower Station Commissioned
Fully commissioned the 750 MW Kafue Gorge Lower Hydropower Station in March 2023, boosting national generation capacity by nearly 38%. The project cre...
Visa-Free Access Extended to 167 Countries
The government extended visa-free access to citizens of 167 countries, making Zambia one of the most open destinations in Africa and significantly boo...