Zambia election counting briefly suspended after reports of intimidation and violence
Vote counting in Zambia's presidential election was briefly suspended after reports of violence at polling stations and alleged theft of ballot papers. International observers said the process was disrupted while votes from Thursday's general election were being tallied. Counting later resumed after the electoral commission said the security threat to the process had been contained.The disruption came as President Hakainde Hichilema sought a second term for the United Party for National Development. His main challenger is Brian Mundubile, a former minister running for the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity. Mundubile said the suspension raised legitimate fears and warned... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Aug 2026 05:32 LONDON
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