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Zambia shuts judiciary as security fears delay filings
8/27/2026
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- President Hakainde Hichilema will be sworn in for a second term on September 1.
- Opposition leader Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu surrendered to police and are being interviewed.
- Police raid that killed former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya also arrested 11 people, alleging insurgency links.
- Zambia shut its entire judiciary on the final filing day, citing security, prompting Human Rights Watch criticism.
