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Election Countdown: Zambia goes to the polls on Thursday, with President Hakainde Hichilema urging voters in Mandevu to back the UPND on a promise of continued roads, schools, clinics and social cash transfers. Campaign Tensions: Opposition leader Brian Mundubile says the election process is not free and fair, alleging restrictions on his campaign, including denied permits and confiscated phones/passport. Regional Pressure for Peace: SADC chair Peter Mutharika calls for calm and tolerance, pointing to SADC’s election observation mission as key to credible polls. Pension Relief: NAPSA disbursed K9.1m in interest-free advances to 565 pensioners within three days of launching the facility, with the highest payment at K17,454.37. Industry Revival: Mulungushi Textiles in Kabwe has dispatched nearly two million metres of fabric since restarting production in April, supported by rehabilitated equipment and added digital printing. Water & Resilience: Government commissioned two dams in Pemba and Kalomo to improve water supply for communities, livestock and agriculture amid erratic rainfall. Power Upgrade: Zambia commissioned its first solar-hydro hybrid plant (27MWp solar with Lunsemfwa hydro) to strengthen grid reliability. Road Investment: RDA signed a K177.6m contract to expand the Shimabala toll plaza, aiming to cut congestion and improve transport efficiency. Crime & Business Shock: Police arrested seven suspects over the murder and robbery of Chaminuka Resort CEO Stelios Sardanis.

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