Mon, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 By CHARLES MUSONDA THE Irish government hopes that all politicians in Zambia will concentrate on addressing problems the country is facing now that elections are over. Ireland Ambassador to Zambia Seamus O’grady said his country alongside other cooperating partners were committed to helping Zambia but would expect leadership and sound policies from Government. “Thankfully, we have seen some positive signs in the external factors that affect the economy – improved copper prices, good rains, and of course winning the Africa Cup Under-20 championship. “Now that elections are out of the way, we hope that there will be concentration by all involved in politics, whether in Government or opposition, on tackling the many problems that Zambia still faces. “In the short term, Zambia faces some difficult times especially in terms of tackling its fiscal deficit and high debt level exposure. “Our commitment in Zambia is to the poor and […]
