Multiple reports say Zambia Vice President Mutale Nalumango survives a helicopter crash that occurs during takeoff near Nakonde. According to the accounts, the aircraft goes down shortly after a campaign rally, and Nalumango escapes without reported fatal injuries. The incident is described as happening as the helicopter takes off, with both outlets characterizing the crash as occurring during the takeoff phase. While details about the cause of the crash are not provided in the available summaries, one report frames the flight as a military helicopter, while both emphasize that the vice president remains safe. The reports also place the incident in the context of Zambia’s upcoming elections, with one outlet noting the 13 August vote date. Overall, the information released so far focuses on the timing and location of the crash near Nakonde and the outcome for the vice president, with additional investigation and official statements not included in the provided text.