Minister of Finance and National Planning, Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, has called on the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) to consider extending its trading hours to 24 hours, in line with government’s vision of building a 24-hour economy.
Speaking during the Capital Markets Pre-Budget Meeting in Lusaka on Tuesday, Dr. Musokotwane says Zambia’s investment climate is buoyed by strong fundamentals, urging both local and international investors to take advantage of opportunities in infrastructure, energy, and industrial development through the PPP model.
The minister further assured investors of government’s commitment, highlighting that the Capital Markets Master Plan (CMMP) supports the PPP framework and a clear policy direction aimed at accelerating project delivery while safeguarding returns.
By Rachel Mumba
