AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSolar Rollout: Zambia signed contracts with Chinese firms to install 2MW solar plants in all 156 constituencies under the Presidential Constituency Energy Initiative, targeting power growth from 3,500MW to 10,000MW by 2030. Nutrition Push: Government launched a new 2026 National Food and Nutrition Security Policy and strategy to cut stunting from 32% to 15% by 2030, with a multi-sector plan led by the Vice President’s office and the Ministry of Health. FRA Maize Price Pressure: Farmers face uncertainty as the Food Reserve Agency is accused of delaying the 2026 maize floor price, with experts warning private buyers may move in first. Election Tension: Catholic bishops, through Archbishop Ignatius Chama, warned that shrinking freedoms and rising intolerance could fuel violence ahead of the 13 August polls. Court Update: High Court again denied bail to former ZSIS DG Xavier Chungu, keeping him detained as legal arguments continue. Politics on the Ground: President Hakainde Hichilema rallied crowds in Muchinga districts including Mpika, Lavushimanda and Kanchibiya, promising more CDF and rural services. Sports (Local Interest): Zambia’s Commonwealth Games champion Muzala Samukonga featured in a 400m meet where he finished ahead of Zakithi Nene, who took third.
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