AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS Visa Bond Shock for Travellers: The U.S. has made its refundable visa bond programme permanent, with consular officers able to require B1/B2 business and tourist applicants from 50 countries (including Zambia) to post up to $20,000 before a visa is issued—money is refunded if travellers comply and leave on time. Zambia Election Tensions: Ahead of August 13, Tonse-Pamodzi claims the Electoral Commission of Zambia is withholding polling staff names and ballot delivery timelines, while Chishimba Kambwili urges ECZ to apply the campaign timetable evenly. UNZA Student Welfare: President Hakainde Hichilema met UNZA students at State House, announcing an increase in student accommodation allowance to K5,850 and highlighting sanitation works. Tourism Neighbour Watch: Tanzania says premium tourism is lifting spending—average visitor spend rose to $289 per night in 2025. Sports & Travel: Nkwazi FC moved to a Copperbelt training camp, and ZESCO Ndola Girls are in Tanzania for CAF qualifiers preparations.
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