AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLake Kariba Ferry Disaster: An overcrowded Mbuyanehanda/Mbuya Nehanda ferry capsized on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba, killing at least 15 people and leaving 27 missing as rescue teams comb waters around Long Island; authorities say the vessel’s 90-person capacity was exceeded, with ticket records showing 114 adults plus an unknown number of children. Roads & Transport: Government has awarded two contractors to rehabilitate a 15km stretch of the Bulawayo–Tsholotsho Road, split into two 7.5km lots, to improve connectivity in Matabeleland North. Heroes Day Culture & Unity: Heroes Day celebrations included a gala in Mhondoro featuring young talent like Afro-beats singer Atenda “Chinx” Chingaira, alongside tributes to liberation sacrifices. Mining Skills & Lithium: Kamativi Mining Company signed an MoU with the Zimbabwe School of Mines on scholarships, internships and talent pipelines linked to the Kamativi Lithium Mine. Public Safety Tech: Harare’s AI traffic cameras have flagged over 1.1 million violations, raising fresh questions about how motorists will be billed and how they can challenge claims. Energy Update: Invictus Energy confirmed Musuma-1 drilling in Cabora Bassa will start in November after revising its rig contract.
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