Tax Relief Push: ZRA has launched an Extended Voluntary Disclosure Scheme running 17 Sept–31 Dec 2026, offering a 100% waiver on accrued penalties and interest for taxpayers who settle the principal tax due—aimed at boosting compliance and widening the tax base. Rental Compliance Drive: ZRA is also urging landlords to declare rental income, noting severe under-registration for withholding tax on rentals, and warning that non-compliance undermines domestic revenue mobilisation. Regulatory Clampdown: ZICTA has cancelled Beeline Telecoms’ Zedmobile licences after repeated failure to meet regulatory, operational and financial milestones, raising fresh questions about the investment climate for local firms. Gold Sector Reform: Government is considering reducing VAT on gold trading to pull artisanal and small-scale miners into formal channels, amid gaps between Zambia’s export records and partner data. Market Expansion: LuSE is preparing a pipeline of new listings and its first gold ETF before end-October, as Zambia targets about $1bn from fresh listings. Health Crisis: WHO says dementia is rising across Africa, costing families and societies about $15.6bn annually, with most care falling on unpaid caregivers. Politics & Representation: ECZ will unveil 40 proportional representation MPs on Friday, with seats reserved for women, youth and persons with disabilities.