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AI & Governance: Zambia has joined the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) as a founding member, signing in Shanghai to push safer, fairer AI and help narrow the Global South’s AI gap. Elections & Electoral Process: The Electoral Commission of Zambia says it is awaiting Constitutional Court guidance after two presidential running mates withdrew after ballot papers were printed, with printing at 68% completion. Poverty & Cost of Living: Archbishop Alick Banda warns Zambians are “growing poorer” as rising poverty deepens hardship. Power & Infrastructure: Zambia signed contracts for a 312MW constituency solar programme, expected to create about 15,600 jobs and feed power directly into the ZESCO grid. Regional Trade & Transport: TAZARA revitalisation gained momentum with groundbreaking of a training centre and operations control centre in Dar es Salaam, aimed at boosting trade and industrialisation along the corridor. Banking & Finance: Access Bank won 16 Euromoney Awards for Excellence, highlighting strength in digital banking, SME finance and sustainable finance. Copper Outlook: The IEA warns copper supply risks have worsened near term, linked to a sulphuric acid crunch. Agriculture Tech: FAO launched CropSuit, a free app helping farmers choose the right crops for local conditions.

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Jul. 13, 2026

Africa Prize opens 2027 applications with Zambia spotlight

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Jul. 6, 2026

MECANMED launches scholarship program for three Zambian students

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Jun. 24, 2026

Ker & Downey Botswana and Zambia name Andrea Schnoor Communications as PR agency

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Jun. 23, 2026

BB Energy launches LPG distribution business in Zambia

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Jul. 15, 2026

Treefera Launches Agricultural Risk Intelligence and Credit Risk Intelligence for Ag Lenders and Ag Tech Companies

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Jul. 13, 2026

The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation calls for applications from Zambia’s Engineers and Innovators

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Jul. 10, 2026

Fertilizer trade impacted by Strait of Hormuz conflict

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MECANMED Supports Zambian Students Through UNILUS Scholarship Program

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WTO MSME Group announces Small Business Champions, discusses AI and trade uncertainty

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