AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoLake Kariba Ferry Disaster: Zimbabwe confirms the death toll from the overloaded Mbuya Nehanda (RIDA) ferry capsizing on Lake Kariba has risen to 94, after about 180 people were reportedly on board—far above the 90-passenger capacity—while search and recovery continues near the Zambia border. Zambia Security & Politics: Zambia police say ex-minister Mutotwe Kafwaya was shot dead during a raid linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile, with EU observers also questioning election tabulation and verification. Tourism & Travel Disruption: Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls Bridge will close to vehicular traffic on Friday (9am–10am) for a Mercedes-Benz 140-Year celebration, affecting cross-border travel between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Safari Stay Update: King Lewanika Lodge in Liuwa Plain National Park has reopened after a full refurbishment under Ker & Downey Zambia, adding a poolside sanctuary, solar power and migration sleepouts. Payments for Travelers: Standard Bank and UnionPay expanded UnionPay e-commerce acceptance to nine markets including Zambia, giving online merchants more options to serve cross-border customers and travelers. Regional Integration: SADC leaders backed a push for industrialisation, infrastructure, agricultural transformation, critical minerals and a regional tourism visa as Zambia prepares to take over the chair.
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