Zambia : UPND distances itself from attacks on journalists, pledges rule of law

Zambia media under attack ahead of elections

from ARNOLD MULENGA in Lusaka, Zambia Zambia Bureau LUSAKA, (CAJ News) – ZAMBIA’S ruling party has denounced the proliferation of attacks against journalists by its members ahead of elections. Media personnel covering United Party for National Development (UPND) events in recent days have come under attack as the party seeks another term when elections are held in August. Supporters, otherwise known as cadres, have run amok. This past weekend, A…

Zambia : UPND distances itself from attacks on journalists, pledges rule of law

The United Party for National Development (UPND) has distanced itself from the recent violence against a journalist by suspected party cadres. The media reports that UPND Media Director Mark Simuuwe said perpetrators must face the law. Speaking at a press briefing in Lusaka, Mr Simuuwe said the party has noted reports of members harassing journalists […]