Exploring Financial Literacy Practices among Selected Youth Entrepreneurs in Lusaka Province, Zambia: A Phenomenological Perspective

Agatha Kasonde, Dr. N. Sichula and Dr. K. Kalimaposo
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Agatha Kasonde: PhD Candidate, University of Zambia, School of Education
Dr. N. Sichula: Lecturer, University of Zambia, School of Education
Dr. K. Kalimaposo: Lecturer, University of Zambia, School of Education

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 1, 415-421

Abstract: This study explored financial literacy practices among selected youth entrepreneurs in Lusaka province, Zambia: The objective of the study was to: establish the financial literacy practices among youth. A total of 30 participants consisting of youth entrepreneurs and officers from Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises were purposively recruited within Lusaka Province. Data was collected using Face to face interviews, document analysis and non-participant observations. An interpretive phenomenological research design was utilized. The study elicited qualitative data strand which was analyzed using Interpretive Phenomenology Analysis. The study found that setting financial goals; creating financial plans for the future; budgeting skills; and saving up for emergencies were among the common financial literacy practices by the youth entrepreneurs. The study recommends that the number of financial literacy programs should be increased to encourage more youths to participate by facilitating for other life skills training in adulthood; and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) should come up with ways of reaching to youths so as to encourage high participation.

Date: 2025
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