Latest news in Zambia? September 25th, 2026

Major news headlines and developments in Zambia around September 25, 2026:

• Energy & Infrastructure Deals: Mercuria and Exergy Energy finalized a $250 million financing deal in Lusaka to accelerate regional power generation and transmission infrastructure. Concurrently, Nava Limited confirmed that its subsidiary, Maamba Solar Energy Limited, commissioned a 100 MW utility-scale solar plant, feeding power into the national grid via a long-term agreement with ZESCO.

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• Political Debates on Term Limits: Civil society groups, including the Chapter One Foundation, urged President Hakainde Hichilema to formally address and quell discussions surrounding presidential term limits following recent comments from ruling party figures.

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• High-Profile Arrests & Dissent Concerns: Former Finance Minister Katele Kalumba was detained by security forces following remarks deemed threatening toward the presidency. This follows ongoing pushback from human rights watchdogs and civil society regarding recent administrative actions against government critics.

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• Mining & Supply Chain Pressures: The mining sector reported ongoing operating constraints caused by domestic sulphuric acid shortages, which have driven up input costs and hampered copper refining and small-scale output across key facilities.

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• Foreign Affairs: Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Mulambo Haimbe led the Zambian delegation at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, presenting Zambia’s foreign policy priorities and economic agenda.

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