THE Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) says the fact that the manufacturing industry has contributed the highest actualised investments at $5.54 billion signals that the country is positioned to become an industrial hub. ZAM adds that if the country resolves the energy crisis, which has already begun to improve, the target for the manufacturing industry to contribute 20 to 30 per cent to GDP growth by 2030 will be attainable. On Tuesday, the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) disclosed that the country recorded actualised investments worth $14.71 billion, with the manufacturing industry recording the highest share at $5.54 billion. In an interview, Wednesday, ZAM president Muhammed Umar said the association, in conjunction with government, would ensure more investments in the sector....




