AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoInfrastructure & Trade: President Hakainde Hichilema inspected the Lusaka–Ndola dual carriageway and said the project is on track, while also announcing exports of electric cables and batteries from the Chisamba Multi-Facility Economic Zone to eight SADC countries. Agriculture Digitisation: Government is modernising extension services with the Mulimi360 e-extension platform to give farmers timely information, supported by EU-backed programmes. Health Access: WHO and Zambia’s Ministry of Health are preparing a nationwide survey to assess affordability and access to neurological and mental health medicines and services across six provinces. Energy Markets: SADC called for more investment in energy infrastructure as the region lags on electrification, highlighting interconnector projects meant to boost cross-border power trade. Business & Finance: The Constitutional Court dismissed a challenge over Zambia-US health aid arrangements after negotiations stalled, while EAZ warned that manufacturers are slow to pass on kwacha gains to consumers. Elections & Governance: SADC announced an electoral observer mission for Zambia’s August 13 polls, as rights groups continue to condemn the detention of a ZNBC journalist under cyber laws. Mining & Politics: First Quantum rejected Global Witness claims of covert political funding influence in Zambia, denying wrongdoing.
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