AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoUnity & Culture: President Hichilema paid tribute to late Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV, calling him a unifier and patriot whose 44-year reign elevated Nc’wala and backed national development. Investment & Jobs: Zambia Development Agency data shows diversification since 2021, with manufacturing leading job creation and over US$16bn in actualised investments across sectors. ZAMPOST Benefits: Government released K48m to settle terminal benefits for ZAMPOST retirees in a first-retired, first-paid process. Campaign Trail: Hichilema visited Kapiri Mposhi to inspect projects at Mulungushi University and engage communities and aspiring candidates. Public Gatherings Bill: The President refused to assent and sent the Public Gathering Bill back to Parliament, citing constitutional and judicial inconsistencies. Ebola Alert: Health authorities issued travel advisories urging avoidance of Ebola-hit countries and heightened caution across other high-risk states, including Zambia. Capital Markets: Bank of Zambia-backed SME finance and SEC reports point to stronger LuSE performance and growing investor participation. Elections Security: Police and IG Musamba announced arrests and intensified operations after political violence in Mazabuka, Chawama and Kabwe. Sports: Wedson Nyirenda was unveiled as head coach of Malawi’s FCB Nyasa Big Bullets.
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