AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism and Growth: Zambia’s proposed 2027 budget identifies tourism as one of four sectors expected to help expand the economy, alongside mining, agriculture and manufacturing; the report gives no tourism-specific funding details. Travel Access: The US Embassy in Lusaka has denied a visa to Miss World Zambia, preventing her from travelling to the international competition. A separate report says Miss Universe Zambia will also miss her pageant because of US travel restrictions. Air Connectivity: Air Peace and Ethiopian Airlines have agreed to offer single-ticket connections across their networks, with baggage transfers where applicable. The deal broadens regional links, though it does not announce new Zambia routes. Safari Market: A report says private safari demand across Africa has risen 70%, with exclusivity increasingly sought by travellers—an opportunity for Zambia’s wildlife tourism operators.
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