AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoArchaeology in Zambia: A wooden log under Kalambo Falls once dismissed as natural debris has now been dated to at least 476,000 years ago, giving rare proof of very early humans deliberately shaping and joining wood. Zambia Politics & Accountability: Opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile rejects “militia” claims and says a fatal shooting at his residence was a “mission to kill,” while election-related disputes continue to feed legal and public scrutiny. Press Freedom & Cybercrime Laws: The International Press Institute warns that Mali’s cybercrime legislation is being used to target journalists, noting similar risks across the region including Zambia. Digital Health in Zambia: CIDRZ and partners are rolling out ZEBRA, a digital platform to coordinate infectious disease outbreak response more efficiently and reduce paper-based workflows. Regional Tech & Energy: Namibia powers up Africa’s first fully integrated green hydrogen facility, combining solar, hydrogen production and storage for industrial decarbonisation. Payments for Zambia’s e-commerce: Standard Bank and UnionPay expand online card acceptance across nine African markets including Zambia, aiming to boost cross-border checkout options.
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