Zambia’s main opposition party NRPUP rejects government allegations that it is linked to militia activity and plans for armed insurrection. The party also contests claims surrounding its members, saying the accusations are unfounded as the presidential vote count continues.
President Hakainde Hichilema is leading the early tally, with nearly 60% of ballots counted from 135 constituencies. The situation highlights a tense political backdrop in which the dispute includes both the vote-counting process and security-related accusations. Different outlets focus on distinct elements of the unfolding story—some emphasize the opposition’s denial of militia involvement, while others focus on Hichilema’s standing in the count and the stage of vote tabulation across constituencies.
