Zambia’s Political Rights Row: Zambia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has demanded the UN Special Rapporteur correct an “error of law” after she described treason as a “capital offence,” saying Zambia abolished the death penalty and that treason carries a maximum life sentence. Second-Term Politics: President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in for a second term amid disputed election claims, with his government pushing reconciliation while opposition figures face treason-related detention and court battles. HIV Update: Zambia recorded a slight decline in people living with HIV (1.311m in 2023 to 1.308m in 2025), alongside progress in cutting mother-to-child transmission and AIDS deaths. Tourism Push: Government says Zambia has surpassed two million international tourist arrivals in 2026 and targets 2.5 million by year-end, banking on better air links and tourism infrastructure. Mining Revival: Mines ministry says the sector is back at full capacity, citing renewed output at Mopani and KCM and fresh investment plans. Football & Youth: Under-20 coach Perry Mutapa says Zambia will rebuild using U17 World Cup players for the COSAFA qualifier; meanwhile, Orlando Pirates face injury worries as Gamphani Lungu’s setback adds pressure ahead of CAF qualifiers. Clinical Trials Boost: ZAMRA and NHRA signed an MoU to speed up approval and monitoring of clinical trials and improve participant protection.