Health Budgeting: Government has launched the 2027–2029 Medium Term Budget plan for the Ministry of Health, targeting better medicine access, health worker investment and digitalised systems as Zambia pushes toward universal health coverage. Police Oversight: Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa commended the Police Public Complaints Commission for a decade of promoting accountability and professionalism in policing. Infrastructure for Inclusion: The government commissioned a 25-kilometre access road and 100-metre footbridge in Mayukwayukwa Resettlement Scheme, improving access to health, schools and markets. Uranium Investment: Australian explorer Atomic Eagle expanded uranium mineralisation at its Muntanga project’s Chisebuka deposit, extending higher-grade zones and advancing its 2026 exploration programme. Capital Markets: Airtel Zambia says its LuSE market capitalisation has surpassed US$1 billion, while Xenergi launched a mandatory tender offer to buy 2 million Premier Paint shares. Agri-Finance: Agribank and Germany’s DSIK signed an agreement to deepen financial inclusion and support agri-SMEs and farmers’ resilience. Food Producer Update: Zambeef reported higher local currency earnings, citing improved operations and cost savings, while flagging election and input-cost risks. Sports & Youth Economy: ZANACO-backed grassroots Under-17 football tournament draws government praise for building youth talent and linking sport to economic empowerment. Connectivity Expansion: Starlink secured licences to launch in Côte d’Ivoire, adding another African market to its satellite internet rollout. Campaign Economy Debate: Opposition candidate Brian Mundubile sharpened attacks on the ruling UPND over cost of living, while President Hichilema told party structures to “watch my steps” as the campaign machine prepares to move.