Energy & Mining Investment: ZESCO and South Korea’s KS Eco Solutions signed for a 500MW solar plant with 500MWh battery storage, as Zambia targets power expansion to cut shortages and diversify generation. Agribusiness & Food Security: Government says Social Cash Transfer beneficiaries have surged to about 1.6 million, citing fiscal space created by debt restructuring, while Welfare Component support rose to 120,000 households in 2026 (up from 40,000 in 2025). Early Childhood Education Delivery: Procurement delays for ZEEL Early Childhood Hubs and Satellite Centers could see funds lost; the Ministry of Education has until June 30, 2026 to complete procurement for 110 hubs and 112 satellite centers. Capital Markets: FMDQ Exchange approved C & I Leasing Plc’s N18.90bn Series 1 Commercial Paper quotation under its N50bn programme. Digital Finance: MTN Mobile Money Zambia launched “Salary Advance” for formal public-sector employees, offering instant salary-based financing via MoMo. Trade & Connectivity: Nigeria and RwandAir launched an expanded air cargo corridor with direct routes to Kigali, Lusaka and Harare to lower export costs and boost AfCFTA trade. Corporate Expansion in Mining: Laxyo Ltd secured a US$23m raise-boring contract at Mopani Copper Mines as it pushes further into Africa ahead of an IPO. Education Infrastructure: Light of Hope Secondary School in Livingstone is nearing completion under the World Bank-funded ZEEP at K24m, easing long travel distances for learners.