Cybersecurity & Digital Growth: Zambia’s Ministry of Technology and Science says cybersecurity is now both an economic and security issue as more systems go online; it cites rising mobile subscriptions and hundreds of cyber cases recorded in 2025, warning that every connected industrial setup can be a vulnerability. Border Tech for Trade: Zambia Revenue Authority signs deals for advanced cargo scanning and X-ray scanners at the Livingstone border, with a US firm backing multi-million-dollar border technology to speed up clearance and strengthen security on busy corridors. Local Digital Government: Sinazongwe Town Council goes digital after Smart Zambia deploys high-speed internet, ICT equipment and communication systems to improve how services reach residents. Energy Transition Skills Gap: A regional energy conference debate highlights a missing “people” line item in Africa’s transition plans—more local technicians, operators and regulators are needed to run and maintain new power tech long after commissioning. Parliament Capacity Building: Newly elected MPs are set for registration and orientation, with a focus on whether Zambia’s decision systems can turn information into laws and oversight that deliver real national outcomes. Finance for Productive Sectors: NMB expands productive-sector lending, especially mining, supported by new external lines of credit to boost growth and foreign currency earnings. Cross-Border Payments: eZi Remit partners with Mastercard to improve remittances from South Africa to multiple countries including Zambia, using faster, more accessible payout channels. Tech & Innovation in Africa: Google opens AI Plus to African students for free for a year, aiming to widen access to learning tools. Transport & Industry Events: The 16th Lusaka Motor Show (Aug 28–30) will showcase cars, transport equipment and green mobility innovations, signaling growing interest in sustainable tech.