Tourism Push: Government targets five million tourists, positioning culture and tourism as engines for inclusive growth, with the message delivered during Lusaka’s Diplomatic Funfair. Maize Market Row: UPND disowns George Mtonga’s comments on maize marketing, urging farmers to rely on official Food Reserve Agency updates and insisting government will keep supporting market access. Lusaka Street Trade: UPND backs Lusaka City Council’s plan to relocate street vendors from undesignated areas, citing enough market space and warning that street trading undermines revenue. Digital Economy Drive: Government urges Zamtel to align with the Grow Zambia Agenda by turning connectivity into affordable digital services, including upgrades to the MyZamtel app and Zamtel Money. Fuel Costs Watch: ERB says monthly fuel pricing continues under the statutory framework as petrol and diesel rise again, with surtax/excise lapsing and VAT expected to return in December. Investment Pipeline: Zambia targets over US$5bn in deals at the Invest-Zambia International Conference in December, while the UK pledges to find British investors for Grow Zambia. Banking & Defence Partnership: Access Bank eyes deeper partnership with the Zambia Air Force beyond rugby sponsorship, citing its role in managing salary and operational accounts. Health & Malaria: Government hails K918m Dr Agarwal’s Eye Hospital expansion, and Kabompo receives 46,140 insecticide-treated nets for the End Malaria campaign. Regional Power Reliability: ZESCO moves a 1MVA backup generator from Heroes Stadium to Levy Mwanawasa Stadium after a power disturbance during the Zambia–Togo AFCON qualifier.