President Edgar Lungu says stable electricity supply, relative stable exchange rate, and single digits inflation rate have contributed to positive economic performance.
In his New Year message to Zambians, the Head of State says investment expositions in Central and Northern Provinces showcased Zambia’s investment potential to the world.
President Lungu says this will result in increased investments as well as job and wealth creation for all citizens.
He says the investment forums and expos will be replicated to all other provinces in 2019.
He says Zambia continued to implement various infrastructure projects in agriculture, water and sanitation, health, education, energy, housing and Transport and Communication among others.
“Improved access to financial and technical support to engage in economic activities through various empowerment activities implemented by government and other stakeholders. Upscaling the application of smart technologies and streamlining business processes in order to reduce costs and improve productivity and provision of quality services,” he said.
He says the gains recorded in 2018, must give the nation more impetus to do better this year.
The Head of State says there is need to boost productivity at all levels.
President Lungu has called on youths to seize every opportunity to engage in more rewarding, innovative and productive ventures.
He says there is further need to create a Zambia where everyone benefits from our national wealth and everyone has a sense of belonging where great consideration for the less privileged becomes the guiding principle of our coexistence.

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