Ex-Zambian minister killed in security raid on opposition
Police confirm Mutotwe Kafwaya's death after growing demands for information about his whereabouts.
A former Zambian minister, Mutotwe Kafwaya, was killed during a security raid on a house linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile, who alleged the raid took place at his own residence. The police confirmed Kafwaya's death as a result of a shootout with law enforcement officers. Eleven people were arrested in the raid, with authorities accusing Mundubile's party, the NRPUP, of involvement in insurgency and militia activity.
Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema won the election with 60% of the vote, while Mundubile received 38% and plans to challenge the outcome in court. The UK and EU election observers raised concerns about late electoral reforms, media freedom, and access to the media during the campaign. The electoral commission faced issues with the tabulation process and allegations of ballot-box theft.
The opposition leader rejected the allegations of insurgency and militia activity as "total fabrications."
Written by urgent.news from BBC World's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Ex-Zambian minister killed in security raid on opposition peopledaily.digital
- Ex-Zambian minister killed in security raid on opposition 3news.com
