AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEnergy & Investment: Zambia’s mineral mapping drive is 93.6% complete, with a high-resolution geophysical survey due to finish this December to guide new exploration and investment. Local Governance: Lusaka City Council has secured K40 million to strengthen flood resilience, expand drainage systems, and urge residents to stop dumping rubbish into drains. Finance & Jobs: Stakeholders welcomed Situmbeko Musokotwane’s return as Finance Minister, saying it brings policy continuity and should reassure lenders, while President Hichilema urged “unity, discipline and smart” work so growth benefits citizens. Health & Integrity: Former Health Minister Alex Katakwe warned the new Health Minister, Prof Roma Chilengi, to watch for cartels protecting selfish interests. Public Safety: Zambia Police reported a 53-year-old officer, Daniel Banda, died after shooting himself at Police Headquarters in Lusaka. Food Safety: Authorities warned residents against eating or handling wildlife meat after anthrax killed dozens of animals and infected 12 people in Muchinga. Sports: Zambia’s Flamingos and other WAFU-B U17 teams are in action as preparations continue for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup.
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