Zambian Woman Jailed After Denied Legal Abortion
#ReproductiveRights #ZambiaA Zambian woman was imprisoned for an illegal abortion after being denied a legal one. Freed after an appeal, her case highlights barriers to reproductive healthcare in Africa, where stigma and access issues force desperate measures. read more
Zambia National Team Removes US-Based Players Amid Immigration Concerns
#Zambia #immigrationZambia's national women's football team removed their US-based players due to concerns over Trump's immigration policies. Barbra Banda, the team captain, along with others, will miss upcoming games in China. The decision was made with advice from the Zambian mission in Washington DC. read more
"Chinese-owned Copper Mine Spills Toxic Waste in Zambia River"
#Zambia #ChineseMiningA catastrophic acid spill from a Chinese-owned copper mine in Zambia has contaminated the Kafue River, with devastating consequences including dead fish washing ashore 60 miles downstream. Efforts to mitigate the damage are underway, highlighting discontent with Chinese mining presence in Africa. read more
Zambia Witchcraft Trial Raises Controversy Over Colonial-Era Law
#Zambia #WitchcraftTrialTwo men in Zambia are on trial for practicing witchcraft with the intent to harm the president. The case has political implications and reflects the belief in supernatural phenomena in Africa. The trial highlights the complexity of traditional African beliefs and colonial-era laws. read more