Zambia & COMESA Trade and Investment Forecast 2026–2028

Authors

Byrne Kaulu
University of Zambia

Keywords:

Zambia trade, COMESA trade, Zambia investment, regional integration, bilateral trade, trade forecast, investment forecast, FDI Zambia, COMESA investment, economic outlook, trade policy, tariff analysis, non-tariff barriers, sectoral investment opportunities, trade facilitation, macroeconomic trends, risk assessment, scenario analysis, public-private partnerships, logistics, market entry strategies, export-import trends, Zambia economy, regional trade, sustainable investment, trade infrastructure, foreign direct investment,, economic risk, trade compliance, cross-border trade, business strategy, trade intelligence, Zambia-COMESA relations

Synopsis

"Zambia & COMESA Trade and Investment Forecast 2026–2028" provides a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of Zambia’s trade and investment opportunities within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). Drawing on extensive sources—including IMF DOTS, World Bank data, CEPII gravity datasets, and COMESA Secretariat reports—the book delivers a forward-looking assessment of Zambia’s trade flows, investment hotspots, and regional economic dynamics over the next three years.

This book is structured to serve policymakers, business leaders, and investors seeking actionable insights. It begins with an overview of Zambia’s macroeconomic context and trade structure, highlighting key sectors driving exports, imports, and foreign direct investment. The analysis then expands to the COMESA region, examining member-country trade policies, integration progress, and emerging investment opportunities. Using advanced forecasting techniques, including gravity modeling and scenario analysis, the book presents detailed projections of Zambia’s bilateral trade with COMESA partners, sector-level investment potential, and risk-adjusted forecasts under multiple scenarios.

In addition to quantitative forecasts, the book offers strategic recommendations for policymakers to enhance trade facilitation and attract investment, and for businesses to enter or expand within the regional market. Practical tools, data tables, and country profiles complement the analysis, making it a hands-on reference for regional trade and investment intelligence.

By bridging rigorous data analysis with practical strategy, this book equips readers to navigate the evolving economic environment of Zambia and COMESA, turning insights into informed decisions for 2026–2028.

Chapters

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Published

August 24, 2025

Series

Executive Intelligence
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License

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How to Cite

Zambia & COMESA Trade and Investment Forecast 2026–2028. (2025). FourthIR Press. https://books.fourthir.net/index.php/fp/catalog/book/5