AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCopperbelt Politics: Police surrounded FATMOLS Lodge in Ndola as opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu refused to leave the province, saying they have a right to be there despite claims they were ordered out ahead of President Hakainde Hichilema’s visit. Campaign Updates: ECZ lifted the suspension of political campaigns in Mazabuka Central Constituency after reviewing conditions for a peaceful environment. Bill 7 Fallout: President Hichilema named four former UPND MPs—Garry Nkombo, Elijah Muchima, Elias Mubanga and Newton Samakayi—over their Bill 7 vote, while Samakayi insists it was a lie and says the parliamentary record will settle it. Security & Courts: Immigration officers in Kazungula intercepted two truck drivers accused of helping nine Ethiopians exit Zambia hidden in truck compartments; in court, a woman challenged a magistrate to visit a witchdoctor’s shrine to prove a defamation claim. Economy & Markets: Reuters reports the kwacha is expected to strengthen further this week on positive sentiment and copper prices. Energy & Water: Zambezi River Authority joined the International Hydropower Association to boost operations and financing prospects for projects like Kariba rehabilitation and Batoka Gorge.
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