https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zambia-s-democratic-facade-fractures-in-post-election-crackdownContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zambia-s-democratic-facade-fractures-in-post-election-crackdownhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zambia-s-democratic-facade-fractures-in-post-election-crackdown#u47135Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:02:26 +0000Zambian security forces killed former Transport Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya during a raid on an opposition politician's home. This fatality follows a series of arrests of top opposition figures and police summons for leadership after a disputed presidential vote. An opposition candidate has formally challenged the election results in response to the deadly raid. The UN rights chief expressed concern over the detention of political figures as the country faces accusations that its democratic systems are failing.Why it mattersZambia is experiencing significant political instability following a