AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoElection Campaign Momentum: President Hakainde Hichilema has wrapped a nationwide tour of all 116 districts, holding 127 rallies since 28 June, as more than 50,000 students marched to State House ahead of Thursday’s vote. Youth Vote Focus: With many registered voters aged 18–35, Hichilema urged supporters to campaign “everywhere” as the race tightens around cost-of-living concerns. Energy Assurance: Vice-President Mutale Nalumango says load shedding will not return, pointing to an expanded energy mix. Fuel Supply Plan: Cabinet approved two new regional pipeline projects—Tanzania-Zambia and Namibia-Zambia—under public-private partnerships to diversify petroleum sources and improve price stability. Election Monitoring: The AU-COMESA mission has deployed 93 observers across all 10 provinces, with preliminary findings due on 15 August. Ballot Marking Dispute: Brian Mundubile says voters are being confused by ECZ guidance on using a “tick” and wants any contradictions removed immediately. Trade & Logistics Watch: Dar es Salaam port transit cargo rose 17% in 2025/26, with DRC-bound shipments driving growth, while Namibia’s rail links are seen as key to protecting freight volumes.
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