Zambia : Government Dismisses Shooting Deaths Claim, Confirms Pellet Injury In Kalingalinga Unrest

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: July 17, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia : Government Dismisses Shooting Deaths Claim, Confirms Pellet Injury In Kalingalinga Unrest

The Zambian government has dismissed claims of shooting deaths during the unrest in Kalingalinga, confirming only a pellet injury. Authorities urged calm and fact-checking before sharing unverified information.

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