Renewable Energy Deal: Solarmaax plans a 500MW solar plant in Solwezi under a 25-year PPA with ZESCO, backed by US$600m financing, aiming to boost Zambia’s renewable capacity. Mining & Power for Industry: ZCCM-IH is ramping up energy investments for mining, including Maamba’s expansion to 600MW and increased stakes in CEC, as Zambia pushes stable electricity for growth. Local Water & Infrastructure: Lusaka City Council completed 20 CDF-funded boreholes and water works across multiple constituencies, improving access at schools, clinics, markets and compounds. STEM for Industrial Skills: The Ministry of Education signed an MoU with the Zambian National STEM Foundation to expand teacher capacity, practical learning and innovation hubs for future industrialisation. Agriculture & Food Security: Government reiterated public-private partnerships to strengthen food security, including farmer training and maize support to vulnerable households. Election Integrity Warning: A political candidate clarified remarks to civil servants, saying they were meant to deter election rigging and partisan interference. Energy Market Reform: Zambia is introducing new procurement approaches as solar interest booms, with moves toward dispatchable renewables and innovative financing. Data Protection: CIDRZ staff trained on Zambia’s Data Protection Act to strengthen ethical handling of personal information in health research.