AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCabinet and Development: President Hakainde Hichilema has sworn in new ministers, including Charles Milupi for transport and Christopher Kalila for housing, and urged them to deliver on the Grow Zambia agenda. He prioritised the Lobito Corridor, TAZARA and Zambia Railways, alongside affordable housing, and told ministers to amend laws that obstruct government plans. Election Court Ruling: Mapatizya is without an MP after the High Court nullified Emeldah Munashabantu’s election, citing irregularities in the post-voting process. Opposition Bail Case: The Lusaka High Court will hear Brian Mundubile, Makebi Zulu and 16 others’ bail application on November 5; prosecutors oppose release, citing flight and witness-interference risks. Farm Payments: Government says K14.7 billion will be allocated to clear outstanding payments to farmers, with most expected in November. Food Security: A study of rural households in Central Province finds edible insects contribute to nutrition and food security, but the tradition is declining, especially among younger people.
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