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Zambia opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason

Zambia opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason

Summary

Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have been charged with treason. Mundubile came second in the disputed August 13 election and was not able to challenge the results in court because the courts closed before the deadline.

Key Facts

  • Brian Mundubile leads the opposition party NRPUP in Zambia.
  • He was the runner-up in the August 13 presidential election.
  • The election results were disputed by Mundubile and his supporters.
  • Mundubile tried to challenge the election results in court.
  • The courts closed before his challenge deadline, blocking his appeal.
  • Both Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have been charged with treason.
  • Treason is a serious crime that involves betraying one’s country.
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