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This is Zed News – your weekday source for the latest happenings in Zambia and beyond. Stay informed and up-to-date with comprehensive summaries that consolidate multiple news sources into easily digestible insights. Our automated system curates, analyzes, and summarizes news from various Zambian sources, providing you with concise, informative and easily digestible updates.

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Friday October 23, 2026

President Hichilema announces a K19.9 billion supplementary budget dominated by maize payments while Zambia celebrates its 62nd independence anniversary amid high-tension politics surrounding the apprehension of Jay Banda and scrutiny over fiscal discipline.

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