Ex-Zambian minister killed in post-election security raid on opposition
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A former Zambian minister died following a security raid on a residence linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile. The incident occurred one day after the nation’s presidential election. Authorities confirmed the death after days of mounting public pressure for information regarding the individual’s status. Fatal Confrontation in Lusaka […]
Former Zambian minister Mutotwe Kafwaya was killed in a security raid on the residence of opposition leader Brian Mundubile, occurring one day after the nation’s presidential election. The incident, which took place in Lusaka, involved police engaging in fire exchanges with unidentified individuals. Kafwaya was identified as the deceased after family members confirmed his identity.
The raid led to the arrest of eleven individuals, with the government accusing the NRPUP party of involvement in insurgency and militia activity. Opposition leader Mundubile, who has gone into hiding, denied these allegations. The incident occurred amidst the broader electoral process, where incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema was re-elected with around 60% of the vote.
Mundubile plans to contest the election results in court, alleging tampering during the vote counting. International and regional observers noted the election was largely peaceful, but expressed concerns over late electoral reforms and restricted media access potentially contributing to an uneven contest.
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