AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElections & Unity Push: Vice President Mutale Nalumango urged traditional leaders to use the Lwanza platform to promote love, unity and national identity, warning that election competition must not fuel violence or hate speech. IMF Watch: The IMF says Zambia has made “substantial progress” restoring macroeconomic stability after a Lusaka mission—bringing inflation to 6.8% in April and lifting gross reserves to US$6.4bn—while talks on a new support programme are set to resume after August elections. Mining & Jobs: Zambia Sugar’s US$76m Twazabuka project is on track for completion and commissioning in August 2027, with a modern warehousing and packaging facility expected to create 150+ jobs. Regional Trade Moves: Russia’s FESCO says it has completed its first direct container shipment to Dar es Salaam via Nhava Sheva, aiming to deepen trade links across Africa. Sports Politics: Former Chipolopolo winger Clifford Mulenga opposed FAZ plans to expand the Super League from 18 to 20 teams, arguing it could stretch already struggling clubs.
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