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Zambia Arrests 11 Opposition Figures After Lusaka Raid

8/17/2026

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Security forces arrested 11 opposition figures after a gunfire-filled raid on Mundubile’s Lusaka home, who the government says possessed weapons and were tied to a plot.
President Hakainde Hichilema leads with about 62% of votes while opponent Brian Mundubile trails at roughly 36% and alleges vote-rigging without evidence.
The electoral commission briefly halted counting on Friday after staff violence and ballot-paper theft, prompting EU and SADC observers to voice concern.

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Security forces arrested 11 opposition figures after a gunfire-filled raid on Mundubile’s Lusaka home, who the government says possessed weapons and were tied to a plot.
President Hakainde Hichilema leads with about 62% of votes while opponent Brian Mundubile trails at roughly 36% and alleges vote-rigging without evidence.
The electoral commission briefly halted counting on Friday after staff violence and ballot-paper theft, prompting EU and SADC observers to voice concern.