AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTreason Probe Deepens: Zambia Police are investigating opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu over alleged high treason, after they were arrested following a disputed Aug. 13 election; police say they recorded “warn and caution” statements and the case is ongoing, as tensions rise around the Sept. 1 inauguration. Fresh Mandevu Polls: The ECZ has ordered a new parliamentary election in Mandevu Constituency after an attack destroyed results transmission kits and election documentation, leaving the returning officer unable to declare results. Court Filing Dispute: UPND lawmaker Clement Andeleki says a presidential petition was improperly sent to the Chief Justice’s private email and failed court filing rules. Food Relief: ZNS has cut prices on Eagles mealie meal, with a 25kg breakfast bag now K185 retail (roller K145), aiming to ease cost pressures. Economy Watch: Officials say Zambia’s annual external debt service is projected to drop to about US$900m after restructuring, freeing fiscal space. Public Order Ahead of Inauguration: Police IG Graphel Musamba warns of planned unlawful protests and cautions citizens to avoid violence or obstruction.
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