Global Finance & Markets: SoftBank Vision Fund CFO Navneet Govil is leaving after about a decade, as the firm shifts focus toward the AI boom. IMF & Energy: IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire but warned energy and supply disruptions will take time to fade, with an updated World Economic Outlook due July 8. Copper Outlook: With copper near record highs, analysts point to tariff uncertainty and fast-growing AI/data-centre power demand as key supports, while southern Africa is flagged as a potential source to help close a widening supply gap. Zambia Politics & Campaign Economy: Tonse Pamodzi’s Brian Mundubile told Kabwe crowds that leadership can change peacefully and promised an “economic reset” message as the August 13 campaign intensifies. Banking & Capital Markets: Bank of Zambia raised concern over civil servants’ loan defaults, warning payroll-based lending abuse and off-payroll borrowing could threaten stability; meanwhile, Zambia’s capital markets performance and eurobond buyback participation remain in focus. Climate Preparedness: Zambia hosted African experts in Lusaka to strengthen preparedness for possible El Niño impacts, urging practical action across food, water and energy. Road Safety: Police reported multiple fatal crashes across provinces, citing speeding and improper overtaking. Business & Trade: Zambia’s corporate and transport ecosystem also featured, including cross-border logistics upgrades and regional shipping cooperation around Lake Tanganyika.