FINANCE Minister Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane says macro-economic stability has improved significantly, while household-level benefits are beginning to emerge progressively. Reflecting on President Hakainde Hichilema’s update to Parliament, anchored on the progress made in the implementation of national values and principles, Dr Musokotwane said pension withdrawals totalling K10.6 billion accessed by over 518,000 contributors contributed to small-scale investment. “The 2026 Budget theme: ‘Consolidating Economic and Social Gains Towards a Prosperous, Resilient and Equitable Zambia’, is therefore directly reflected in the Presidential message delivered last Friday. Household Liquidity, Infrastructure, and Productivity: The President’s reference to pension withdrawals totalling K10.6 billion accessed by over 518,000 contributors represents a substantial liquidity injection supporting consumption and small-scale investment. Infrastructure metrics, including water access for over...