Zambia now attacks its political critics through blocking and confiscating their passports

On September 11, 2026, Zambian authorities canceled the passports of several government critics, including former ambassador Emmanuel Mwamba and blogger Lillian Mutambo. Amnesty International condemned this action as a violation of human rights, emphasizing that it strips these individuals of their legal and social identity. This decision is part of a broader post-election crackdown characterized by arbitrary arrests and intimidation of political opponents.