Latest news in Zambia? September 10th, 2026

Maize Export Agreement with KenyaZambia’s Food Reserve Agency (FRA) finalized an export deal to supply 540,000 metric tons of Grade A, non-GMO white maize to Kenya. The supply will be fulfilled in six quarterly shipments to assist Kenya in addressing local grain deficits following a boost in Zambia’s domestic harvest. CNBC Africa+ 1Post-Election Political TransitionFollowing the August general elections, President Hakainde Hichilema officially began his second term in office after taking the oath of office. The political atmosphere continues to center on post-election dynamics, with ongoing legal challenges and opposition coalition disputes regarding electoral administration. AP NewsEconomic and Currency PerformanceThe Zambian Kwacha has faced continued exchange-rate volatility and downward pressure against the US dollar. In parallel, agricultural and trade authorities have been reviewing commodity market performance, noting strong Food Reserve Agency purchase targets in the north alongside sector-specific warnings over export diversification in commodities like cotton. www.zambiamonitor.com+ 1Mining and Resource OversightThe government reiterated calls for the Minerals Commission to anchor regulatory frameworks in law to safeguard investor confidence, while monitoring artisanal and small-scale mining reforms across key mining districts. www.zambiamonitor.com