Former Zambian minister killed in post-election security raid
A former Zambian cabinet minister was killed during a security raid on the home of opposition leader Brian Mundubile following a contested presidential election. The government claims the raid targeted a militia, while the opposition alleges political intimidation.
Why it matters
The incident underscores rising political instability and concerns over democratic processes in Zambia following the recent election.
A former Zambian cabinet minister was shot dead during a security operation at the home of opposition leader Brian Mundubile, police said Wednesday, days after President Hakainde Hichilema won a second term amid opposition claims of irregularities and intimidation.
Police said Mutotwe Kafwaya, 49, was killed during a joint security operation at Mundubile’s residence, a day after the August 13 presidential election.
According to police, security forces encountered gunfire and resistance from unidentified individuals during the raid and returned fire. An unidentified man was fatally wounded and a firearm was recovered.
Authorities later confirmed the dead man was Kafwaya, a former cabinet minister and opposition parliamentarian.
The operation came after the election, which gave President Hakainde Hichilema about 60 percent of the vote, according to the electoral commission.
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