Ebola Preparedness: Zambia is stepping up screening and infection-prevention at points of entry as the DRC’s Ebola outbreak (Bundibugyo strain) climbs to 2,344 cases and at least 930 deaths since May 15, with WHO warning numbers may be far higher; provincial emergency response centres have been activated and mask-wearing plus handwashing and disinfection are set to be mandatory. Judicial Governance: Zambia’s Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi is among officials attending the Judicial Conference focused on “Governance and Accountability in an Institutionally Independent Judiciary,” underscoring the push for stronger public trust in courts. Elections and Peace: Traditional leaders in Lunte District urged politicians to campaign peacefully and avoid character attacks, while opposition leader Brian Mundubile demanded President Hichilema publicly condemn political violence after reports of deaths linked to campaign clashes. Health and Immunisation: Zambia launched its third polio vaccination campaign targeting children under five in six high-risk provinces, commissioning solar power for the vaccine store and receiving a refrigerated distribution truck to protect vaccine quality. Former VP Benefits: President Hichilema says former vice presidents are now entitled to retirement benefits under a new law, during tributes at the state funeral of Dr Guy Scott. Sports Spotlight: Temwa Chawinga has joined Malawi Scorchers’ WAfCON 2026 squad in Morocco, with Zambia’s Barbra Banda also highlighted among players to watch. Media Rights: CPJ called for the immediate release of ZNBC journalist MacPherson Mukuka, detained under the Cyber Crimes Act over a secret audio recording ahead of the August 13 polls.