THE annual inflation rate for October has risen by 0.2 percentage points to 6.3 percent from 6.1 percent recorded in September 2026. Speaking during a press briefing, Thursday, Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) Statistician General Sheila Mudenda said the increase was mainly attributed to price movements in non-food items. “Annual inflation for October 2026 was recorded at 6.3 percent from 6.1 percent recorded in September 2026. This means that on average, prices of goods and services increased by 6.3 percent between October 2025 and October 2026. This development was mainly attributed to price movements in non-food items. Annual food inflation for October 2026 was recorded at 5.7 percent compared to 5.8 percent in September 2026. This means that, on average prices...