Presidential Vote Counting Halted in Zambia Over Alleged Attacks on Polling Staff The vote counting in Zambia has been halted nationwide due to alleged attacks on polling staff and concerns over ballot paper theft.
The electoral commission suspended the count, casting a pall of uncertainty over what was expected to be a tightly contested presidential election.
At stake is the presidency of Hakainde Hichilema, who is seeking re election for a second term.