Imports in Zambia increased to 23086.60 ZMW Million in May from 21858.50 ZMW Million in April of 2026. Imports in Zambia averaged 7376.08 ZMW Million from 2003 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 30405.00 ZMW Million in November of 2024 and a record low of 518.00 ZMW Million in September of 2003. source: Central Statistical Office, Zambia



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Balance of Trade 7040.90 3524.50 ZMW Million May 2026
Capital Flows -1045.50 -252.50 USD Million Mar 2026
Current Account 396.40 -588.10 USD Million Mar 2026
Current Account to GDP -5.10 -4.40 percent of GDP Dec 2025
Exports 30127.50 25383.00 ZMW Million May 2026
Exports by Category
Exports by Country
External Debt 5858.70 6659.30 USD Million Dec 2025
Foreign Direct Investment 685.10 666.50 USD Million Mar 2026
Imports 23086.60 21858.50 ZMW Million May 2026
Imports by Category
Imports by Country
Terrorism Index 0.00 0.00 Points Dec 2025


Zambia Imports
Zambia main imports are: fuel, machinery and foodstuffs. Zambia’s main import partner is South Africa followed by Congo-Kinshasa and China.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
23086.60 21858.50 30405.00 518.00 2003 - 2026 ZMW Million Monthly


International Trade
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