AGP Executive Report
Last update: 26 minutes agoExport & MSME Finance: Zambia Development Agency urged businesses to use export financing under the Zambia Export Development Fund (ZEDF), stressing export readiness like production capacity, credible markets and sound financial management. TB Vaccine Watch: South Africa’s Department of Health says progress on the M72/AS01E TB vaccine is moving into Phase 3 trials across South Africa, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi and Indonesia, with plans to ensure early access if approved. Health Systems & Sickle Cell: African countries, including Zambia, are pushing to integrate sickle cell disease services into Universal Health Coverage, focusing on screening, diagnosis, treatment and sustainable financing. Tech & Regional Expansion: Dubai Chamber backed Techies Infotech’s expansion into South Africa, including an AI, digital transformation and e-commerce delivery base in Johannesburg and Cape Town. Zambia Agriculture & Innovation: The 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show closes today, with organisers highlighting science, technology and innovation to help farmers and entrepreneurs turn ideas into income. Engineering Regulation: Zambia’s Engineering Institution of Zambia approved Professional Service Fees Regulations (S.I. No. 34 of 2026) to curb undercutting and align engineering pricing. Youth & Jobs Pressure: A 2026 African Youth Survey reports record optimism since the pandemic, but says young people still demand jobs, accountability and cleaner government.
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