Zambian Archbishop Pleads Not Guilty in Pickup Truck Case

Zambian archbishop pleads not guilty in pickup truck case

The case follows an investigation into the disposal of 22 vehicles belonging to the Zambia Revenue Authority.

Zambia Arrests Archbishop and Government Critic

His arrest centres on a vehicle reportedly given to him by late former president Edgar Lungu, Hichilema's predecessor and bitter rival.

Catholic Bishops in Zambia Rally behind Archbishop Banda Appearing Before Drug Enforcement Commission

The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has expressed solidarity with Archbishop Alick Banda as he appeared before the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) on Monday, September 28, calling for fairness, dignity and due process as he undergoes the process. Archbishop Banda has reportedly been charged with possession of property reasonably believed to have been unlawfully obtained, contrary to the laws of Zambia. According to the DEC, the al…

DEC charges and arrests Archbishop Alick Banda over ZRA vehicle

THE Drug Enforcement Commission has formally charged and arrested the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Lusaka, Dr. Alick Banda, for unlawful possession of property suspected to have been obtained unlawfully. In a statement issued on Monday, September 28, 2026, DEC Public Relations Officer Allan Tamba said Archbishop Banda has been charged with Possession of Property […] The post DEC charges and arrests Archbishop Alick Banda over ZRA vehicle fir…

Zambia : DEC Summons Archbishop Banda Over Toyota Hilux As Opposition Cries Persecution

The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) summoned Lusaka Catholic Archbishop Alick Banda for questioning today over a Toyota Hilux allegedly obtained unlawfully from the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA). Police warned the public against any gathering or procession linked to his appearance. The summons follows a warn-and-caution statement recorded from the cleric on January 5, 2026. Investigators […]