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Written question asked by Lord Roberts of Llandudno (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 September 2026. It was answered by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster (Labour) on Monday, 14 September 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Zambia: Elections

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Chapman of Darlington on 23 June (HL1031), what assessment they have made of the implications for institutional resilience, political pluralism and the rule of law in Zambia of the post-election detention and charging with treason of opposition politicians and officials.

Answer

Further to Baroness Chapman of Darlington's Written Answers of 23 June, the UK continues to support credible and inclusive democratic processes in Zambia. Our High Commission in Lusaka has been closely monitoring developments in Zambia through the electoral period and beyond. The UK is engaging closely with key stakeholders to urge transparency and adherence to due process, including on the death of Mutotwe Kafwaya.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2940
Session
2026-27
Related items
Zambia: Elections
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Written questions
House of Lords
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Elections Human rights Zambia
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk