Ex-Zambian minister killed in security raid on opposition
Summary
A former Zambian minister, Mutotwe Kafwaya, was killed during a security raid linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile, shortly after the presidential election. Officials said the raid involved an exchange of gunfire, while opposition leaders deny accusations of violence and plan to challenge the election results in court.Key Facts
- Mutotwe Kafwaya was fatally wounded during a security raid on a house connected to opposition leader Brian Mundubile.
- The raid happened in Lusaka, Zambia’s capital, a day after the presidential election.
- Police said they faced gunfire and returned fire during the operation; Kafwaya was identified as the person killed.
- Eleven people were arrested, and authorities accused Mundubile’s party of insurgency and having weapons.
- Brian Mundubile denies the accusations and has gone into hiding, planning to legally contest the election results.
- The incumbent president, Hakainde Hichilema, won a second term with about 60% of the vote.
- Election observers noted issues during the vote counting, including delays, military presence, and poor transparency.
- Zambia’s Human Rights Commission demands investigation into arrests and unknown detentions after the election.
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