External Debt in Zambia
In 2021, Zambia's external debt was 108.7% of GDP, compared to 21.0% of GDP ten years earlier. Over the past decade, external debt averaged 76.9% of GDP, which was above the Sub-Saharan Africa average of 32.9%. For more external debt information, visit our dedicated page.
Zambia External Debt Chart
Note: This chart displays External Debt (% of GDP) for Zambia from 2013 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Zambia External Debt Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Debt (% of GDP) | 163.8 | 121.7 | 97.4 | 105.4 | - |
| External Debt (USD bn) | 29.6 | 26.9 | 28.3 | 29.6 | - |