AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoLabour & Courts: Zambia’s courts ruled employers can’t pay gratuity below 25% of an employee’s basic pay, ordering a company to top up unpaid amounts plus interest. Mining & Jobs: Government released funds to Mukuba Pension Trust to settle outstanding terminal benefits for former RAMCOZ employees, including cases of double deductions and missed bonuses. Infrastructure & Growth: President Hichilema told Kafue residents government will build a Lusaka–Kafue Bridge dual carriageway, citing traffic relief and new business opportunities under the Multi-Facility Economic Zone. Elections & Governance: ECZ praised political parties and civil society for unity during ballot printing in Dubai, while legal debate continues on whether a presidential candidate can replace a running mate if one withdraws. Business & Skills: The Royal Academy of Engineering launched the 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, calling for Zambia-based engineers and innovators to apply. Energy & Industry: The African Energy Chamber urged faster development of an interconnected electricity market to unlock Africa’s industrial future as grid failures persist. ICT & Awards: SPARC Systems won top honours at the Southern Africa Brand Quality Awards, reinforcing Zambia’s growing tech services sector.
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