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Mining & Environment: Chinese-owned U-Metals has resumed operations in Chingola eight months after being shut over pollution, with critics pointing to acidic waste and a tailings dam allegedly placed dangerously close to a stream feeding the Kafue River. Politics & Cost of Living: President Hakainde Hichilema launched the UPND 2026 manifesto, promising job creation, lower living costs and faster growth, while also unveiling a plan built around economic transformation, infrastructure and delivery. Opposition & Alliances: Five parties have joined the UPND Alliance, taking membership to 15, as the ruling coalition pushes unity ahead of 2026. Debt & Markets: Zambia reported strong early results from its US$1.365bn fixed-rate step-up cash tender offer, with investors tendering about 97.85%, while Reuters notes global debt is getting more complex and could raise future borrowing costs. Finance & Business Signals: Airtel Networks Zambia hit a US$1bn market cap milestone on LuSE, and SEC says the capital markets posted solid Q1 gains on improved confidence and a stronger Kwacha. Tech & Connectivity: Google is rolling out Ask Gemini in Chrome to Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa, and Bola Group launched a WhatsApp-based betting platform in Zambia to cut data costs. Public Safety: The Army cautioned the public against misuse of social media and AI-generated content that could inflame divisions. Energy & Trade: A copper supply deficit risk is growing as demand from electrification outpaces new mine development, and Zambia’s currency is expected to gain on robust copper prices.

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WHO Dispatches USD22,000 Ebola Preparedness Package to Zambia

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