Zambia opposition leader sought refuge following disputed elections. Now he's accused of treason
Police in Zambia detained the country's main opposition leader Thursday over alleged treason after he handed himself over for questioning after having sought refuge at a United Nations building following a disputed election two weeks ago.
TL;DR
- Zambia's main opposition leader has been detained.
- The detention is over alleged treason charges.
- He surrendered for questioning after seeking refuge at a UN building.
- The events follow a disputed election held two weeks ago.