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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...

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...

This study investigated the effects of financial management practices on the performance of cooperatives, specifically focusing on the Kabwe District Cooperative Union Limited in Zambia. The primary aim was to evaluate how specific financial management strategies influence the cooperative's...

This study investigates the effects of Village Banking Saving Groups (VBSGs) on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Matero Market, Lusaka. SMEs are critical to Zambia’s socio-economic development, yet they face persistent barriers in accessing affordable and sustainable...

The Solar Powered Milling Plants Project, a cornerstone of Zambia’s Presidential Milling Initiative, was introduced to boost the economy and improve rural livelihoods by providing sustainable milling solutions. Despite substantial support from the government, stakeholders, and donor agencies, the...

This study aimed to explore the financial literacy practices among selected youth entrepreneurs in Lusaka District, Zambia, from a phenomenological perspective. The objectives that guided the study were to: (1) establish the financial literacy practices among selected youth entrepreneurs in...

The downstream petroleum retail sector in Zambia has become fiercely competitive with the mushrooming of oil marketing companies (OMCs) all vying for the same customer base in a market where fuel products are homogeneous, and prices are uniformly regulated. The limited differentiation has led to...