AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour ago2027 Budget: Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane has proposed K284.8 billion in spending, with K233.7 billion from domestic revenue. Plans include adding more than 1,400 megawatts to the grid, hiring 3,125 health workers and cutting pension waiting times. Tax increases and questions over how the revenue targets will be met are drawing criticism. Term Limits: Civil society groups plan a November 25 march opposing efforts to remove presidential term limits. UPND media director Mark Simuuwe says most Zambians support repeal, while the government has called the debate unnecessary. Court Cases: The High Court is due to rule on November 10 on a preliminary objection in Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu’s constitutional bail application. Their separate sedition case has been transferred to Lusaka. Lobito Railway: The Zambia–Lobito project is moving towards financial close, with preferred construction bidders selected and freight interest covering about two million tonnes a year.
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