The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, Sub regional Office for Southern Africa (UNECA SRO-SA) in collaboration with the University of Zambia (Department of Economics), the International Monetary Fund (IMF) (Zambia Office) and the United Nations Development Programmes (UNDP) is organising a Public Lecture under an initiative to promote engagements with stakeholders in Zambia on topical issues impacting on the economic growth and development of the country.
The theme for the upcoming lecture is ‘Debt restructuring underway, what else is needed to achieve inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Zambia?’ to take place at the University of Zambia (TLC 2) on Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 16:30hrs - 19:30hrs.
The lecture will include two key presentations from the IMF and UNECA followed by discussant interventions and a question-and-answer session.
The presentation by the IMF will provide an overview of economic, social, and political trends in Sub- Saharan Africa, with a focus on how debt restructuring can influence these dynamics. Special emphasis will be placed on Zambia's current economic situation, examining the impacts of debt restructuring on its growth and transformation prospects. The presentation will also discuss additional policy reforms and strategies to support Zambia's journey towards achieving inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
The presentation by the UNECA SRO-SA on “Prospects for inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Zambia” will examine the current economic landscape and discuss the potential for inclusive growth in Zambia through the analysis of economic policies and social development initiatives as tools to promote inclusive growth and sustainable economic growth. It will also explore the necessary strategies and reforms beyond debt restructuring that are crucial to fostering a more equitable and sustainable economic future for Zambia.
The presentations will be followed by discussant interventions and a question and answer session.
Objectives of the Joint Public Lecture
The public lecture seeks facilitate and promote student engagement and awareness on the implications of the national debt management process, explore the implications of the on-going debt restructuring process on Zambia’s economic prospects and promote continuous dialogue amongst partner organizations in an effort to support Zambia’s sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
For Media inquiries
Lavender C. Degre
Communication Officer
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
Southern Africa Office
2392 Longolongo Road
P.O. Box 30647, Lusaka, ZAMBIA
Tel: +260 211 228502/5 Ext. 21307
Fax: +260 211 236949
DL: +260 211 376607
Email: lavender.degre@un.org
Project and Meeting Focal Point.
Ms. Godfridah Sitali
Programme Management Officer
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
Sub regional Office for Southern Africa
Lusaka, Zambia
Email: godfridah.sitali@un.org
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