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Zambia election marred by opposition arrests and vote count suspension
Police detained 11 people including six opposition figures as President Hichilema pulled ahead, while EU observers described a constrained democratic space
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Brian Mundubile
Presidential candidate, National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Progress
What we have reported
- Opposition candidate whose home was raided by armed personnel and who claims he was interrogated and mistreated in custody.
- Arrested during a raid on his home; alleges security forces staged an attempt on his life and that the electoral process was rigged.
Coverage
World
Zambia opposition leader arrested as EU observers question election fairness
EU election mission warns of constrained democratic space after vote count suspension and raid on opposition headquarters, while incumbent Hichilema leads partial count with 62%.
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