Zambia Denies Maize Deal Fallout

The Zambian government has dismissed social media claims that it cancelled its maize export deal with Malawi, calling the reports false and malicious. Information Minister Cornelius Mweetwa said relations between the two nations remain strong and that the agreement stands. He warned against spreading fake news and clarified that maize trade falls under the Agriculture Ministry. The statement reaffirmed Zambia’s commitment to regional cooperation and food security.