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Election Security: North-Western Province Police Commissioner Brighton Siwale orders officers to act firmly against political violence and public disorder, saying the move protects democratic governance, unity, stability and investor confidence. Public Health: Zambia launches the second round of the nOPV2 polio vaccination campaign in Isoka District, targeting children under five after detection of cVDPV2 in Lusaka’s sewer system earlier this year. Copper Policy: Zambia extends the 10% duty suspension on copper concentrate exports to 30 September 2026 to help clear stockpiles while smelters undergo maintenance and repairs. Energy & Climate: A report highlights how climate change is draining hydro-power generation, raising concerns for water-dependent power systems across the region. Finance & Markets: The kwacha continues to appreciate, closing around K17.9 per US dollar, driven by mining inflows and foreign financial institutions. Payments Innovation: Airtel Money and Stanbic Bank roll out mobile wallet payments on Stanbic POS machines, boosting cashless trade for merchants. Regional Minerals: UN ECA launches a €15m project to strengthen responsible critical minerals value chains across SADC, including Zambia. Corporate/Mining IPOs: Vedanta’s CopperTech Metals targets a New York IPO as it seeks funding for Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines expansion.

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Jun. 1, 2026

Brazilian machinery firms land $3.39 million in prospects at NAMPO

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May 14, 2026

Qingdao Chary markets FAW trucks as a leading 2026 export supplier

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May 13, 2026

Ovation Global DMC expands Africa portfolio to 15 destinations

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May 21, 2026

Acrow starts installing 186 bridges in Angola

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NAMPO Show brings US$3.39 million in business prospects for Brazil’s agricultural machinery sector

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Koryx Copper Provides Project Development Update for the Haib Copper Project in Southern Namibia

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COMESA, EU Hold High-Level Talks in Lusaka

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Zambia Pushes Back Against US Over Alleged Conditions in Aid Proposal

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