AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElection Heat: Opposition figure Enock Tonga escalated attacks on President Hakainde Hichilema, calling him a “Fake Messiah” as political rhetoric hardens ahead of August. Power Transition Warning: Former Information Minister Cornelius Mweetwa told Southern Province voters that “thieves have regrouped” and warned of consequences if Hichilema loses power. Political Turmoil Over Party Registration: Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) leader Sean Tembo says his party’s records were secretly changed to a church organisation, blocking nominations, and he has written to US President Donald Trump to intervene. Regional Unity Under Strain: As Africa marks 63 years since the OAU, coverage highlights renewed xenophobia fears tied to attacks on African migrants in South Africa. Sports & Business Notes: FAZ appointed Charles Chakatazya as general secretary, while First Quantum says it contributed $3.46bn to Zambia’s economy in 2025. Health & Risk Watch: Africa CDC warned 10 countries, including Zambia, are at risk as the Ebola situation worsens in eastern DR Congo.
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