All of Africa Today - April 20, 2026
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Zimbabwe and Zambia to Ban Trains, Heavy Trucks From Passing Through Iconic Victoria Falls Bridge
New Zimbabwe
ZAMBIA and Zimbabwe have agreed to ban trains and heavy goods vehicles from using the iconic Victoria Falls Bridge, in a major policy shift aimed at preserving the century-old… Read more »
Democratic Senators Press State Department on Conditioning HIV Aid on Economic Concessions [document]
United States Senate
Yesterday, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) sent a letter to Secretary of… Read more »
Zambia Scraps Bail for Sex Crimes Suspects
DW
Zambia's amended law on sexual offences now requires suspects to remain in custody until their cases are concluded in court. The move has been welcomed by the public, though some… Read more »
Zimbabwe and Zambia Sign U.S.$2 Billion Railway Line MOU
New Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe and Zambia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop the Lion's Den-Kafue railway line, a project aimed at enhancing regional trade and economic… Read more »
Appeal for AU Action in Zambia Lead Poisoning Case
HRW
Accountability Needed for Decades-Long Violations of Children's Rights Read more »
Bold Reforms in Zambia's Chanje and Kawaza Chiefdoms Are Helping to End Harmful Practices
Spotlight Initiative
EASTERN PROVINCE, Zambia - Located in the heart of Eastern Province, the Chanje and Kawaza chiefdoms are vibrant custodians of Zambia's rich cultural heritage. Here, ancestral… Read more »
IFP Deepens Historic Zambia Ties As It Welcomes Patriotic Front Delegation [press release]
IFP
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has welcomed a high-level delegation from Zambia's opposition Patriotic Front, marking a significant moment in strengthening continental solidarity… Read more »
Building Climate Resilience to Drive Growth, Jobs, and Poverty Reduction in Zambia [press release]
World Bank
World Bank Group report finds that with smart and cost-effective development investments, Zambia can address climate risks and get on a path of inclusive, private sector-led… Read more »
Zambian Civil Society Has Called On The Government To Call Off The Signing Of The United States
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Zambia health aid agreement, demanding transparency and accountability before the deal is finalized. When asked whether they have engaged both the US and Zambian Governments on the… Read more »
Tanzania, Zambia Find Solution to Mineral Transport Woes in Tazara Upgrading
Daily News
TANZANIA and Zambia have agreed to accelerate the improvement of mineral transport infrastructure to drive growth of the mining sector across Southern Africa. Read more »
Zimbabwe, Zambia Learn Their Pool Opponents At CAF African Schools Football Championship
Cosafa
Exciting group stage encounters have been confirmed for the CAF African Schools Football Championship Zimbabwe 2026 following the official draw held in Harare on Thursday. Read more »
Argentina to Start Messi for Zambia Friendly
Leadership
Argentina national team manager Lionel Scaloni confirmed that Lionel Messi will start the friendly against Zambia on Tuesday night at La Bombonera. Read more »
Warriors Coach Marinica Targets Four Nations Tournament to Build Future Squad
New Zimbabwe
Warriors coach Marian Marinica says he will use the upcoming Four Nations Tournament as a platform to build a competitive squad for future assignments. Read more »
