Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason
By The BriefBrief
Zambian opposition candidate Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason, his lawyer said. Mundubile was arrested on Thursday after authorities carried out a deadly raid, prompting him to go into hiding at a United Nations building in Lusaka. He had disputed the results of Zambia’s recent presidential election.
WHO:Brian Mundubile’s lawyer
WHAT:A lawyer said Brian Mundubile was charged with treason after his arrest following a deadly raid.
WHEN:Aug 27, 2026
WHERE:Lusaka, Zambia
WHY:He was charged with treason after authorities accused his NRPUP party of planning an armed insurgency.
