AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 hours agoRenewables Push: Africa’s power pipeline is shifting fast toward solar, wind and battery storage, with Zambia named in a China–Zambia US$1.5bn energy deal covering 300MW solar, wind and coal-fired projects—aimed at faster, cheaper supply than big dams. Digital AI Skills: Zambia and Huawei signed an MoU for a National AI Data Centre and training for 5,000 ICT professionals by 2028, with AI-powered services planned across all 25 ministries. Clean Power for Rural Services: A Chinese firm donated solar mini-grid equipment worth US$350,000 to Kaumbwe (Petauke), targeting nine schools and five rural health centres with PV plus battery storage. Ebola Preparedness: Nakonde (Muchinga) intensified border screening and hygiene protocols despite Zambia reporting no confirmed Ebola cases, due to regional travel links. Tech & Policy Debate: A Zambia election-related push to ban certain songs drew criticism as outdated in the digital age, where people can access music via phones, streaming and social media. Uranium Update (Zambia): Atomic Eagle raised its Muntanga uranium resource estimate by 24% to 58.8Mlb U₃O₈ and plans a major drilling campaign. Energy Access Framing: AfDB-linked coverage argues electricity must power jobs and livelihoods, not just lightbulbs.
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