AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours ago5G Indoor Upgrade in Zambia: MTN Zambia and Huawei have completed the world’s first commercial deployment of Huawei’s multi-band LampSite 5G indoor solution at Mulungushi International Conference Centre, combining five bands in one system to boost capacity and speeds for high-traffic venues. Energy Transition Minerals in SADC: A new five-year SADC project launched in Lusaka aims to keep cobalt, lithium, manganese, nickel and platinum group metals value in the region through responsible, inclusive beneficiation and local jobs (2026–2031). Copper Processing Relief: Zambia extended a 10% export duty suspension on copper concentrates until September 30, easing pressure from smelter maintenance and processing constraints. Health Tech & Medicines Supply: Zambia’s Ministry of Health received a bulk medicines consignment from Egypt via ZAMMSA, with plans to use digital tracking to speed distribution to underserved areas. Analytical Chemistry Training: Armscor is hosting 21 scientists from 16 African countries in Pretoria for a Chemical Weapons Convention-linked analytical chemistry course, focused on practical lab skills and collaboration. HIV Prevention Rollout (Regional): South Africa’s Ramaphosa is set to launch Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable for HIV prevention, targeting 360 clinics.
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