AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElection Season Politics: Zambia’s Parliament has dissolved with just 90 days to August 13 polls, and the opposition is pushing harder on unity—People’s Party has officially joined the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance while Makebi Zulu urges rivals to drop solo bids and back one front. Campaign Noise vs Delivery: Commentary is calling out a “still no coherent message” phase, with voters increasingly judging outcomes like fuel and food costs rather than promises. Macroeconomic Credibility: The IMF says Zambia has made substantial progress on stability after a Lusaka mission—inflation back in the 6–8% band and reserves rising—giving government fresh talking points ahead of elections. Business & Industry: Zambia Sugar’s $76m Twazabuka warehousing and packaging project is set for commissioning in August 2027, promising longer supply cover and 150+ jobs. Health: A new Commonwealth compendium highlights cervical cancer elimination efforts, focusing on vaccination, screening and treatment as budgets tighten.
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