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Summary of Zambia's Infrastructure: A Continental Perspective

Core Content

This report, part of the Africa Infrastructure Country Diagnostic (AICD), provides an in-depth analysis of Zambia's infrastructure performance and challenges in comparison to other African countries. It highlights the critical role of infrastructure in economic growth and outlines the need for strategic reforms and investments to bridge existing gaps and improve efficiency.

Main Viewpoints

Infrastructure's Impact on Growth: Infrastructure improvements contributed 0.6 percentage points to Zambia's annual per capita GDP growth over the past decade, primarily due to the growth of the ICT sector. Poor performance in the power sector, however, reduced per capita growth by 0.13 percentage points.
Potential for Improvement: If Zambia's infrastructure were to reach the level of middle-income countries in the region, its per capita growth could increase by 2.6 percentage points annually. Improving infrastructure to match the level of Mauritius could boost growth by 2 percentage points.
Economic Dependence on Mining: Zambia's infrastructure is heavily oriented towards the mining industry, particularly copper production. This has led to a focus on rail and power sectors, while household electrification remains low at 20 percent.
Financing and Efficiency Gaps: The country faces a significant infrastructure funding gap of $500 million annually (6.5 percent of GDP). Inefficiencies in the sector cost the economy $300 million annually, with power underpricing and subsidies accounting for $152 million, and other losses adding up to $194 million.
Regional Benchmarking: The report benchmarks Zambia against its African peers, particularly other low- and middle-income countries, and regional neighbors in the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). It emphasizes the importance of addressing inefficiencies and underinvestment to meet infrastructure targets.

Key Information

Infrastructure Overview

Zambia's infrastructure is heavily concentrated in the central copper belt, with major economic activity and population centered around it. The country has a relatively high urbanization rate (over 50 percent), and its infrastructure needs are substantial but not insurmountable.

Sector Analysis

Sector	Achievements	Challenges
Roads	- 80% of paved roads are in good or fair condition<br>- Road sector budget is adequate for maintenance and rehabilitation	- Overinvestment in trunk roads<br>- Rural roads are in poor condition<br>- Major delays at border crossings
Rail	- Critical for mineral-based economy<br>- Two operators: RSZ and TAZARA	- Low traffic density<br>- Poor performance of RSZ<br>- Inadequate performance data for TAZARA<br>- High tariffs and delays
Air Transport	- Air traffic doubled from 2001 to 2007<br>- Lusaka has relatively good intra-African connectivity	- Connectivity between cities has declined<br>- Aging aircraft fleet<br>- Collapse of Zambian Airways threatens the domestic market
Power	- High generation capacity<br>- Relatively low power tariffs	- Tariffs too low to sustain electrification<br>- Poor performance in the sector
Water and Sanitation	- Relatively high access to piped water and flush toilets	- Hidden costs in water utilities<br>- Increased reliance on surface water<br>- Open defecation practices
ICT	- Major contribution to GDP growth	- Limited GSM coverage<br>- Need to secure access to new East African submarine cables

Financing Needs

Annual Funding Gap: Zambia's infrastructure funding gap is $500 million annually (6.5% of GDP), which could be significantly reduced through efficiency gains and cost-effective solutions.
Cost-Effective Solutions: Adopting lower-cost alternatives in water and sanitation could save $218 million annually. Participation in the regional power market could save $160 million, and reducing overengineering in roads could save $60 million.
Reallocation of Funds: Excess disbursements could be reallocated to more productive uses, adding an additional $90 million annually.

Policy and Institutional Reforms

Administrative and Regulatory Reforms: Needed to remove trade barriers, improve regional connectivity, and enhance the efficiency of infrastructure services.
Tariff Reforms: Power tariffs need to be raised to support electrification and meet mining sector demands.
Trade Facilitation: Addressing border delays, particularly at Chirundu, is crucial for improving transit times and reducing costs.
Public Expenditure: Better management of public expenditure and improved fiscal planning can help reduce inefficiencies and improve resource allocation.

Regional Context

Benchmarking: The AICD project compares Zambia's infrastructure performance with other African countries, emphasizing the need for improvement in rural connectivity, transport efficiency, and regulatory frameworks.
Strategic Location: Zambia's position on the north-south corridor makes it an important transit country, but its infrastructure limitations hinder this role.

Conclusion

Zambia's infrastructure situation is more promising than many other African countries, but it still lags behind in rural areas and in terms of efficiency. The country has the potential to significantly improve its infrastructure performance through targeted investments, policy reforms, and better management of resources. With the right strategies, Zambia can bridge its infrastructure gap and enhance its economic growth and competitiveness.

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