AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMining & Energy Markets: Atomic Eagle says it has boosted uranium resources at Zambia’s Muntanga project by 24% to 58.8Mlb U₃O₈ and is pushing ahead with expanded drilling and refined Muntanga North targets after ground radiometrics. Copper & Finance: Zambia’s kwacha is expected to strengthen next week on steady mining inflows, supported by elevated copper prices and recent debt and dedollarisation moves. Housing & Construction: Government and ZNBS launched the “Bondi Yanga” housing finance push to tackle Zambia’s estimated 1.5m-unit housing deficit, with the Infrastructure Expo spotlighting developers and lenders. Governance & Industry Integrity: ECZ dismissed PF-linked claims of secret plans to disqualify Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu, warning against social media misinformation ahead of August. Anti-Corruption: ACC arrested at least three Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock officials over alleged misuse of over K8.8m under SLIMP, including fraudulent accounting and diversion of project funds. Regional Trade & Logistics: A Nigeria–East/Southern Africa air cargo corridor under AfCFTA is cutting shipping costs by up to 75%, with Zambia included in 2026 route expansion via RwandAir.
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