Zambian Journalist Attacked, Facing Criminal Charges After Covering Ruling Party Supporters

Zambian Journalist Attacked, Facing Criminal Charges After Covering Ruling Party Supporters

Lusaka -- Zambian authorities should drop all charges against Wave FM Zambia journalist Hope Chooma and direct resources to holding to account those responsible for assaulting him and threatening Byta FM reporter Robert Haloba, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Tuesday.

Zambian journalist attacked, facing criminal charges after covering ruling party supporters - Committee to Protect Journalists

Lusaka, April 8, 2025—Zambian authorities should drop all charges against Wave FM Zambia journalist Hope Chooma and direct resources to holding to account those responsible for assaulting him and threatening Byta FM reporter Robert Haloba, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Tuesday. On March 7, Chooma was attacked by ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) supporters while covering a charity event in the southern town of Mazab…

Political Activist Musengezi Faces Assault Charge After Vendor Clash - Harare Live

Political activist Syberth Musengezi appeared in court on Tuesday facing charges of assault after allegedly punching an airtime vendor who had entered his press conference in Harare under disputed circumstances. Musengezi, known for his outspoken stance against political injustices, was granted $100 bail by Harare magistrate Ms Ruth Moyo following the incident, which unfolded on … The post Political Activist Musengezi Faces Assault Charge After …