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Election Countdown: Zambia heads to the polls on Thursday, with President Hakainde Hichilema seeking a second term as voters weigh economic recovery against a still-stinging cost of living. Key Contenders: A look at the main presidential hopefuls highlights a crowded field but a few serious challengers. Campaign Push in Chembe: Hichilema urged Chembe voters to renew the UPND mandate, promising a district hospital, faster school completion, road upgrades and more investment in tourism, mining and agriculture. Fuel Tax Relief: Government is foregoing about US$200m in tax revenue this year to cushion households and businesses from global fuel price shocks, keeping pump prices lower than they otherwise would be. Security and Media Crackdown: Police reportedly stormed Mundubile’s campaign media centre, detaining former diplomat Ambassador Martha Lungu and blogger Hannah Isreal Katontoka, amid wider claims of election-era arrests. Tourism Shock: Chaminuka Luxury Lodge owner Stelios Shula Sardanis was killed in an armed home invasion, with police detaining a security guard as investigations continue. Uranium in Cobalt Trade: A new investigation raises alarm over uranium found in DRC cobalt shipments to China, reviving concerns about hidden nuclear risks. Nurses’ Rural Call: ZUNMO urged newly employed volunteer nurses not to fear rural postings, stressing that remote centres can be life-saving. Travel Angle: Zambia’s tourism and cross-border movement remain in the spotlight as election tensions and regional travel disruptions loom.

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