THE Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ) says the banking sector grew its loan book from K53 billion in 2021 to K116 billion in 2025. BAZ says it has also noted renewed investor confidence following the country’s debt restructuring. Speaking at a Town Hall meeting, BAZ Chairperson Lowani Chibesakunda said the figures represent 117 percent sector growth. Chibesakunda further revealed that non-performing loans dropped from eight percent in 2021 to four percent in 2025. “The banking sector grew its loan book by 117 percent from K53 billion in 2021 to K116 billion as at 30th September, 2025. Top sectors supported are: manufacturing, agriculture, wholesale and retail, transport and logistics, mining and quarrying, and households. It is also important for us to...