AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNational Mourning: Zambia declares five days of national mourning for former Vice President Dr. Guy Scott, with flags at half-mast and a state funeral church service at the Anglican Cathedral of the Holy Cross on July 20 in Lusaka. Democracy & Elections: Opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile meets the EU Election Observation Mission, urging greater international monitoring ahead of the August 13 polls as debate grows over political space and campaign freedoms. Immigration & Travel: Zambia publishes its 2026 visa-on-arrival list for eligible African countries, with travellers advised to meet entry conditions and use online options where applicable. Education & Connectivity: Airtel Africa, with UNICEF, says it will connect 5,000 schools to free internet by 2027, including a Lusaka school already benefiting. Culture & Community: Police in Mongu investigate reports of tampering with children’s graves at Chisonga Cemetery, while Lusaka police say three missing children were found safe after an intelligence-led operation. Sports (Regional): Copper Queens depart for Algeria ahead of WAFCON preparations, targeting a “double sweep” and World Cup qualification.
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