Debt Relief for Civil Servants: NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile says he will introduce a debt swap programme to help civil servants clear personal debts, arguing low pay pushes many into borrowing. Public Service Integrity: Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa urged civil servants to uphold integrity and professionalism to improve service delivery. Banking & Community Support: ABSA Bank Zambia donated bicycles, protective gear and safety boots to a forest management group in Luwingu, linking conservation with livelihoods. Manufacturing & Infrastructure Push: The 2026 Construction Expo heard that manufacturing contributed 7% to 2025 GDP, with government stressing infrastructure as a jobs and growth driver. Creative Economy Deal: Zambia announced a “Creative Convergence” plan to host major creative industry and arts events, pitching the sector as “The Next Copper.” Mining Investment Signals: ZCCM-IH met French institutions in Paris ahead of its Capital Markets and Investor Day, spotlighting critical minerals and energy transition opportunities. Fuel Supply Tension: Vitol is supplying diesel to Zambia via the Tazama pipeline under an emergency arrangement IMF has urged to end by restoring open access. Regional Trade Logistics: Nigeria expanded an AfCFTA air cargo corridor with RwandAir, adding Lusaka and Harare routes and cutting eligible freight rates below $2/kg. World Refugee Day: Government reaffirmed plans to protect and integrate refugees, citing a World Bank-funded project for refugee-hosting areas.