Zambia: Opposition Alleges Rigging As Vote Tally Drags On

Zambian opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema has alleged the elections are being rigged, as current President Edgar Lungu pulls ahead in the count. Final results have continued to be delayed without explanation.

Presidential candidate and Zambia's opposition leader, Hakainde Hichilema, has criticized the nation's election commission for the sluggish progress in delivering results for Thursday's vote.

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