Zambia's President Hichilema wins re-election with 60% amid opposition challenge
- Zambia's President Hichilema won re-election Tuesday with 60% of votes, with rival Mundubile getting 38%.
- Mundubile claimed irregularities, said he would challenge results legally and went into hiding for protection.
- Opposition figures were arrested for alleged insurrection, with Mundubile claiming armed men raided his home.
- Observers said voting was largely peaceful but raised concerns about media freedom and suspension of vote counting.
Source: bbc.com
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