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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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Patrick Kangwa
Cabinet Secretary, Government of Zambia
What we have reported
- Confirmed that those arrested included Patrick Mwansa, husband of former President Lungu's daughter Tasila.
- Announced the arrests, claiming suspects were linked to military plans involving foreign nationals and illegal training camps.
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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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