Zambia Shuts Down Court System

Zambia courts sealed off as election petition deadline looms

LUSAKA - Court premises in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, and elsewhere have been shut as the deadline for filing a petition against the outcome of the recent presidential election approaches.

Zambia shuts down court system

In tonight's programme, rights groups and the law association demand an explanation as Zambia completely shuts down its court system. Also in Guinea, rescuers are still trying to unearth victims of a deadly landfill collapse. Nigeria wishes Ogogo on his way, the veteran star of the Nollywood screen is buried berfore heart broken crowds in his hometown after passing away from cancer.

Zambia Shutters Court as Deadline for Election Challenge Nears

Zambian authorities sealed off the court grounds where an opposition leader is preparing to challenge the outcome of Aug. 13 elections, as the deadline for filing a petition draws near.

LAZ Says Closure Timing Threatens Constitutional Rights

LAZ Demands Explanation As Court Closures Collide With Election Petition Window The Law Association of Zambia has raised sharp concern over the closure of courts nationwide, coupled with the presence of heavily armed military personnel around court premises, demanding a formal public explanation for the action. LAZ president Arnold Kaluba said in a statement that […]

Zambia court shutdown deepens election crisis

from ARNOLD MULENGA in Lusaka, Zambia Zambia Bureau LUSAKA, (CAJ News) – ZAMBIA’S post-election tensions have deepened after courts were closed nationwide as opposition leader Brian Mundubile prepared to challenge President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election, prompting fresh concerns over access to justice and the country’s democratic space. The closure on Monday came as the constitutional window […] The post Zambia court shutdown deepens election…