The Economic Association of Zambia (EAZ) says the expected economic growth of 6.4 percent for Zambia is achievable if the targeted funds are spent according to the budget and wasteful spending is eliminated. EAZ President, Oswald Mungule, says the projected expenditure estimated at 27% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), is sufficient to support the 6.4% growth rate. Dr Mungule, who was flanked by EAZ Acting Chief Executive Officer, Tendai Posiano, disclosed this at a press briefing in Lusaka today. “The 2026 national budget sets a stage for consolidating the economic gains achieved and aims to propel Zambia towards becoming a prosperous middle-income country,” he said. Last week, Minister of Finance and National Planning, Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane unveiled a K253.1 Billion national budget for 2026.