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Thursday June 18, 2026

Zambia is advancing key development priorities ahead of the August 13 general election, with increased health funding, youth economic empowerment initiatives, and a major anti-fuel smuggling crackdown highlighting government action. A Constitutional Court ruling has cleared opposition candidates for the ballot, reinforcing democratic integrity, while President Hichilema rallies youth voters to defend free education and pro-development policies.

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