AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSolar & Power Push: Government has signed a K4.3bn deal for the Presidential Constituency Energy Initiative, with two-megawatt solar plants planned for each of Zambia’s 156 constituencies, aiming to boost generation and ease the power deficit. EPC Deal: Navitas Solar’s EPC arm, Navitas Planet, secured a $20m contract to build a 54MW utility-scale solar project in Serenje, with commissioning expected in about 7–8 months. Nutrition Drive: Zambia launched a new Food and Nutrition Security Policy 2026 and National Stunting Reduction Strategy, targeting stunting to fall from 32% to 15% by 2030. Women’s Football Payments: The Copper Queens’ outstanding dues are being cleared ahead of WAFCON in Morocco, with government pledging arrears dating back to 2022. Digital Education: Airtel Africa and UNICEF say they’ve connected 3,296 schools across 13 countries and are targeting 5,000 connected schools by 2027, including Lusaka’s St. Monica’s Girls’ School. Elections & Media: Government urged fair political coverage and dismissed claims about shutting down the internet, while ECZ was commended for transparency in ballot printing in Dubai. Agriculture Finance Warning: FRA says it is facing a K7bn debt crisis that could leave farmers “in limbo” over maize purchases. Sports: Copper Queens depart for Algeria camp ahead of WAFCON; meanwhile, Zambia’s football conversation continues as youth and women’s teams build momentum.
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