Zambia's Economy to Double Post 2026 General Elections, Says President Hichilema

President Hakainde Hichilema says his administration is working to double Zambia's economy post the August 13 general elections. Speaking at the Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU) national delivery day at Mulungushi International Conference Centre, Mr Hichilema said: "We want to grow the economy and double it. With our decision now, God willing, courtesy of the people of Zambia, post 13 August 2026, this year, God's will, courtesy of the people of Zambia, we are in sight to more than double this economy." The PDU was established in March 2023 to accelerate the delivery of presidential priorities and improve Zambians' living standards through measurable results. Zambia's economy grew by 4.5% in the first quarter of 2025, and the International Monetary Fund has projected 6.2% growth this year. The President urged provinces to use their natural endowments and comparative advantage to grow their local economies.