AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoZambia Politics & Justice: The judiciary says no “presidential petition” was formally filed with the Constitutional Court after the deadline, distancing itself from Chief Justice Mumba Malila’s receipt of documents via his private email. Election Fallout: Opposition figures Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu are expected to be handed over to Zambia Police after failed UN efforts to resolve the stand-off, following a raid that killed former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya. IMF & Diplomacy: The IMF signals continued support for Zambia after Hichilema’s re-election, while China’s ambassador also held a courtesy call with the President. Mining & Power: Zambia’s copper expansion push faces a growing electricity crunch, with drought and slow grid additions threatening output targets. Trade & Finance: Africa is urged to adopt harmonised product standards to cut repeated testing and unlock AfCFTA trade. Youth & Energy Participation: A Chinese firm donated 100 fuel tankers to Zambia’s youth empowerment programme to boost participation in the petroleum sector. Business & Investment: LuSE and ZDA move to unlock long-term business capital, as investors seek better disclosure and liquidity. Regional Deal: Angola and DR Congo sign contracts to operationalise the Lobito Corridor, a key route for Zambia’s trade.
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