AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoZambia’s solar push: Government has signed contracts for a 312MW constituency solar programme, with projects expected to be completed within 12 months and create about 15,600 jobs, feeding power directly into the ZESCO grid to ease the country’s power deficit. Digital payments upgrade: The Bankers Association of Zambia says the payment system has moved to real-time digital transfers, with cheques to be phased out after a smooth transition by the 30 June deadline. Capital markets watch: FMDQ Exchange reports June secondary market turnover fell 34.07% month-on-month to N45.07trn, while FX spot turnover also declined. Election environment: Catholic bishops urge Zambia to keep campaigns and elections peaceful and violence-free ahead of 13 August, as the EU election mission draws a strict separation line after opposition alleges bias. IMF talks: Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane says Zambia wants to conclude a new IMF programme before year-end to attract investment and restart growth. Regional trade & infrastructure: TAZARA revitalisation in Tanzania and Zambia gets a boost with new training and operations control facilities, aimed at unlocking trade and industrial opportunities along the corridor.
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