AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoNational Mourning: President Hakainde Hichilema has declared five days of national mourning for former Vice President Guy Scott, with flags half-mast and a state funeral set for July 20 in Lusaka. Elections & Campaign Tensions: In Lusaka, opposition NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu drew crowds during a roadshow, but police fired tear gas to disrupt the campaign, with Mundubile condemning intimidation. Economy & IMF Talks: Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane says Zambia hopes to agree a new IMF programme by year-end to unlock investment and jobs ahead of the August polls. Governance & Accountability: Former PF finance minister Felix Mutati alleges the PF borrowed Eurobond funds that never reached Zambia Railways, while an editorial argues the peace now enjoyed by parties was not accidental. Mining & Investment: Zambia’s delegation, via MIIF, is studying Ghana’s sovereign minerals investment model as Zambia explores its own strategy for managing mineral wealth. Sports & Clubs: Chanda Mukuka has left ZESCO United after 5½ years, while Saith Sakala is reportedly heading to Chilibombwe/ Konkola Blades. Regional Energy Deal: Reuters reports Trafigura has backed out of Angola’s 2,000MW transmission line project meant to power DRC and Zambia’s mines.
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