THE World Bank has pledged to support Zambia’s 2027 fiscal programme as government pursues private investment, job creation and economic growth. In a statement issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Treasury, Thursday, World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa Ndiame Diop was quoted as saying the bank had committed to supporting Zambia’s 2027 fiscal programme through a Development Policy Operation. Diop also indicated the bank’s willingness to support the rehabilitation of the northern railway circuit, the Agri-Connect Project and a proposed Skills Enhancement Project. “In discussions with World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa Ndiame Diop, the Bank committed to supporting Zambia’s 2027 fiscal programme through a Development Policy Operation and indicated willingness...