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 2012 to 2021.
Source: World Bank.
Zambia External Debt Data
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Debt (% of GDP) | 87.5 | 117.6 | 147.5 | 108.7 | - |
| External Debt (USD bn) | 23.5 | 27.3 | 26.7 | 24.0 | - |