Zambia Election: The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) suspended presidential vote counting after reports of attacks on polling officials and theft of marked ballot papers, then restarted hours later under heightened security after saying the threat was contained; opposition leader Brian Mundubile claimed victory amid warnings that delays could invite manipulation, while ECZ said the first official presidential results would come later in the evening and full results are still expected by Monday. Police & Security: Police arrested nine suspects over the alleged murder of a Matero polling agent and reported other election-day disturbances in Lusaka, as the vote tallying process faced renewed pressure. Agriculture Trade: Zambia inaugurated an upgraded Plant Quarantine and Phytosanitary Service laboratory in Livingstone, aimed at cutting testing costs and speeding up clearance to support agricultural exports and safer plant movement. Regional Business & Policy: Botswana signalled plans to legalise cannabis for medical use and exports, betting on new jobs and investment beyond diamond dependence. Health & Development: Zambia is among countries highlighted for progress toward the 95-95-95 HIV targets, with emphasis on partnerships between health systems and communities. Global Markets: The Black Sea shipping war pushed up world wheat prices as the US cut forecasts for Russian and Ukrainian exports, tightening supply expectations.