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This study aims to investigate Zambia’s manufacturing finance, drawing lessons from Newly Industrialised Countries (NICs), with a view to generate policy prescriptions that may navigate Zambia’s manufacturing finance to its optimal level. The study has four objectives: to determine the NICs on...

This study investigates the relationship between macroeconomic indicators and the NonPerforming Loan (NPL) Ratio in Zambia over a two-decade period (2003–2022/23). The research was motivated by the persistent challenge of high NPLs in Zambia’s banking sector, which undermines financial stability,...

This study examines the effectiveness of the inventory management and control system at Nchelenge Town Council, focusing on its operational efficacy, challenges, and potential improvements. The research is driven by the need to address significant issues such as data inaccuracies, stockouts, and...

This study sought to investigate the risk management preparedness of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Lusaka’s Central Business District (LCBD), focusing on the strategies used and their effectiveness. Employing a cross-sectional, quantitative approach, data was collected from 385...

Globally, 14% of the world's food valued at $400 billion per year continues to be wasted along the supply chain after it is harvested and before it reaches consumers. In Zambia, there has been an increase in vegetable production from 157,500 tons in 1972 to 445,625 tons in 2021. Soweto Market...

This study delves into the various factors that inhibit the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a specific emphasis on restaurants operating within Lusaka’s Central Business District (CBD). Recognizing the crucial role that SMEs play in Zambia’s economic development...

This study assessed the relationship between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives and the profitability of Zambian Breweries Plc, Lusaka Plant. Guided by three (3) objectives, the study first assessed the relationship between ESG initiatives and firm profitability using...

The purpose of this research was to investigate the effectiveness of the employee performance appraisal process in non-profit organisations in the agricultural sector in Lusaka, Zambia. Despite the existence of an extensive body of literature on performance management systems in Zambia, very...

By supporting women with access to finance, would create a transformative social and economic impact on women with their families and society at large. The empowering of women creates opportunities for the families because, they place a higher priority on spending on food, health, education of...

As the competitive environment of the banking industry becomes increasingly fierce, it is important for industry players to nurture and keep customers loyal who will contribute to their long-term growth and profitability. Customer retention is critical for sustaining organisational existence and...