AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAI & Jobs in Zambia: Zambia’s Ministry of Technology and Science says AI won’t take jobs, arguing it’s a productivity tool that will require workers to gain new skills, alongside updates to cyber and data protection laws. Green Telecom in Zambia: Airtel Africa reports cutting diesel use by 9.1 million litres in 2025/26 by converting 390 sites to grid power, improving efficiency and emissions, while recycling 94% of waste. HIV Prevention Modelling: A new study backs targeted, twice-yearly lenacapavir PrEP for pregnant and breastfeeding women in high-incidence districts, aiming to cut vertical transmission at lower cost than universal rollout. AI in Higher Education: A Zambia-focused opinion piece argues the country must embrace and regulate AI now, warning that smart devices are already changing assessment and exam integrity. Medical Imaging Training (Zambia): China’s West China Hospital launches a capacity-building programme for Zambian clinicians to strengthen non-communicable disease diagnosis through medical imaging training. Agritech & Seeds: Seed Co Group says it’s expanding research and breeding investments across Southern Africa with a focus on Zambia, including new maize varieties and stronger disease-tolerance work. Digital Learning Support: MECANMED expands education access via a UNILUS scholarship programme for students in medicine, law and banking/finance. Regional Fibre Boost: Powertel and Paratus Zimbabwe switch on a new cross-border fibre corridor phase linking Zimbabwe with Zambia and South Africa.
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