Zambia Courts Closure: Zambia’s High Courts and judicial complexes were sealed off across the country as the deadline to challenge the 13 August presidential election outcome nears, with lawyers reportedly turned away by armed security and opposition leader Brian Mundubile still in hiding—while the Law Association of Zambia urges urgent reopening to protect access to justice. Election Petition Filing: Former LAZ president Linda Kasonde and two others have filed a petition challenging President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election, citing election monitoring records, alleged security force deployments, and the suspension of vote counting and results. Court Vacation Rules: A legal explainer reminds travellers and litigants that Zambia’s court vacations don’t mean total shutdown, but filing during vacation requires leave from the court. Road & Travel Infrastructure: Government plans to upgrade the Great East Road from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport roundabout to Chongwe into a dual carriageway to cut congestion and improve movement of people and goods. Health Access for Communities: Bayer and Zambia’s Ministry of Health handed over the Munzele Health Centre in Kabwe, cutting a long travel barrier to basic care for nearby residents. Tourism Safety Note: A crocodile attack on Lake Kariba killed a 16-year-old girl while bathing near Kansumba Fishing Camp, underscoring safety risks around popular water spots. Regional Travel Watch: U.S. advisory warns Americans to avoid parts of Mozambique’s safari areas due to terrorism risks, including “Do Not Travel” zones.