Amini Centre for Policy Research

19/08/2026

The entire team at Amini Centre for Policy Research wishes to congratulate President-elect, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President-elect, Mrs. Mutale Nalumango on their re-election.

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20/07/2026

OP-ED | The Belt and Road Initiative - Why China's Global Influence Cannot Be Ignored

The Belt and Road Initiative is one of the defining global development initiatives of our time.
"Perhaps the more useful question is not whether the Belt and Road Initiative is inherently good or bad, but under what conditions it delivers sustainable value."
Check out the latest treatise by our Research and Partnerships Lead, Chanda Emmanuel Katema.

When Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed students at Nazarbayev University in Astana, Kazakhstan, in September 2013, he unveiled what would become one of the most ambitious international development strategies of the 21st century, the Silk Road Economic Belt. A month later, in Indonesia, he annou...

07/07/2026

Op-Ed | The Market Owns the Clock

On 16th March, 2026, The President of Zambia called for a 3rd Cabinet Meeting of the year where the establishment of a 24 hour economy was approved. Our Research and Partnerships Lead Chanda Emmanuel Katema wrote on why this government policy warrant reconsideration, "A government can encourage productivity, but it cannot legislate demand." Full Article: https://www.aminicpr.org/post/the-market-owns-the-clock

23/04/2026

POLITICAL PARTY MANIFESTO ANALYSES

On 16th and 20th April, Amini participated in the analysis of political party manifestos training organised by Global Platform Zambia.

The training convened diverse young people from across the country comprised of representatives from political parties, civil society, aspiring candidates and individuals.

As Zambia heads toward the 2026 general elections, Amini continues to analyse the various political party manifestos for the benefit of electorates.

Check out the recent manifesto analysis

https://www.aminicpr.org/post/a-brief-analysis-of-the-upnd-manifesto-s-foreign-policy

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23/04/2026

2026 BENCHMARK BOND POLICY

Zambia’s 2026 Benchmark Bond Policy which was launched in March by the Ministry of Finance and National Planning, may sound technical, but at its heart, it is trying to solve a very practical problem, making the financial system easier to understand, trust and use.

Are you a financial literacy coach, participating in the financial market or simply a citizen?
Check out the treatise below 👇🏾

Most people do not spend their time thinking about government bonds. And that is fair. Terms like “yield curves” and “liquidity” can feel distant from everyday life. But what if these ideas quietly shape how affordable loans are, how businesses grow and even how stable the economy feels?Zamb...

14/03/2026

On Friday, 13th March 2026, we held the 7th edition of Meet the Diplomat, hosted at the Embassy of the State of Palestine in Zambia. The session featured the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zambia and was held under the theme “Understanding the Zambia–Palestine Relations and the Question of Palestine.”

The engagement brought together young people and practitioners of international relations to interact directly with the Ambassador.

Participants had the opportunity to learn about the historical and diplomatic ties between Zambia and Palestine, as well as the broader international discourse surrounding the Question of Palestine.

The discussion explored the role of diplomacy in addressing complex global challenges, the importance of dialogue in international relations and the ways in which young people can meaningfully participate in shaping conversations on global justice, peace and cooperation.

We are grateful to the Embassy of the State of Palestine in Zambia for hosting this important dialogue and for creating space for young people to engage with diplomatic leadership. We also thank our partners, the International Relations Association of Zambia (IRAZ) and the University of Zambia United Nations Youth Association (UNZA-YUNA) for their collaboration in making this engagement possible.

We look forward to continuing to build platforms that connect young people to diplomacy and global conversations. 🇿🇲🤝🇵🇸

Meet the Diplomat is a monthly public dialogue initiative by Amini Centre for Policy Research (ACPR) that aims at bridging the gap between citizenry and diplomacy.

Check out our website www.aminicpr.org to learn more about the work that we do and if you would like to be a part of similar events in future!

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12/03/2026

Happy Youth Day!
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08/03/2026

Amini Centre for policy Research joins the rest of the world in commemorating the International Women's Day.

Happy International Women's Day.

02/03/2026

MEET THE DIPLOMAT | EPISODE 7 🇵🇸

Amini Centre for Policy Research, in collaboration with the International Relations Association of Zambia and UNZA YUNA, invites applications from young people to attend the 7th episode of our flagship Meet the Diplomat series.

This episode will feature H.E. E. Keswani, Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zambia, under the theme: “Understanding the Zambia–Palestine Relations and the Question of Palestine.”

Date: 13th March 2026

Time: 09:00hrs – 11:30hrs

Venue: Embassy of the State of Palestine in Zambia

We are selecting 20 young people passionate about international relations, peace & security, global politics, diplomacy, media and ethical reporting. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with a senior diplomat, gain insights into global affairs and be part of meaningful dialogue.

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/260603467497061

For details: +260 976 301 382 / +260 969 772 739

19/02/2026

Book Review | Inside the Presidency: Trials and Tribulations of a Zambian Spin Doctor

As we remember the life of Zambia's 4th President, Rupiah Bwezani Banda, we reshare the book review by Reginald Ntomba.

President Banda was born today on 19th February, 1937.

"A compassionate father figure concerned with people’s welfare, a man who loved outdoor life, eating from restaurants and visiting friends and refusing the tight security around him to be a barrier to mingling with the commoner." -Reginald Ntomba.

Full treatise:

Author: Dickson JerePublishers: Nsemia Inc.There are few Zambians who have written about their experiences of working with Presidents, among them Vernon Mwaanga, Valentine Musakanya and Martin Kalungu Banda. Their books, though, covered other subjects. So Jere’s book stands out for being solely de...