Bank of Zambia Concludes Second Phase of Nationwide Sensitisation on New Currency Series Ahead of 2026 Deadline

The Bank of Zambia has successfully completed the second phase of its nationwide sensitisation programme as part of the ongoing transition to the new series of Zambian currency. The outreach initiative covered all ten provinces and focused on ensuring that citizens, institutions and communities fully understand the features, security enhancements and timelines associated with the currency changeover.

During this phase, Bank of Zambia teams held stakeholder meetings, community engagements and media briefings, reaching a broad cross-section of the population. Traditional leaders, government officials, marketeers, learners, financial service providers, civil society organisations and members of the private sector were all engaged as key partners in the transition process.

The Bank emphasised that effective sensitisation is essential to building public confidence and ensuring a smooth and secure currency transition. Community interactions allowed citizens to ask questions, learn how to identify the new currency features and understand the exchange procedures.

Members of the public were also reminded that the currency exchange period will conclude on March 31, 2026, and are encouraged to visit designated financial institutions ahead of the deadline to exchange old notes for the new series.

The Bank will continue to issue regular updates as the transition progresses, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining a safe, stable and efficient currency system.