Top Zambian opposition figures arrested days after presidential vote
The authorities allege they were involved in an insurrection plot but the leading opposition candidate says there was an attempt on his life.
Security forces in Zambia have arrested 11 individuals, including prominent opposition figures, amid allegations of an insurrection plot, according to the government. The leading challenger in last Thursday's presidential election, Brian Mundubile, was among those seized. Mundubile dismissed the accusations as "total fabrications" and claimed security forces staged an attempted assassination on his life during a raid at his home.
Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema leads with 62% of the vote, while Mundubile has 36%. The arrested individuals are accused of involvement in military plans involving foreign nationals and illegal military training camps. They allegedly possessed high-grade weapons and materials intended for an armed insurrection. The suspects are currently in custody in Lusaka.
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