Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema was rushed to safety on Saturday, November 8, 2025, after an angry crowd threw stones at him while he addressed locals in Chingola, Copperbelt Province.
The president had travelled to the mining town to meet residents affected by a massive fire that recently destroyed Chiwempala Market. The visit was meant to reassure citizens and assess the extent of the damage.
However, what began as a peaceful engagement quickly turned chaotic when a group of rowdy individuals started throwing stones toward the podium where Hichilema was speaking.
Security personnel swiftly shielded the president and escorted him away before any harm occurred. No injuries were reported, but the dramatic incident sparked intense debate among Zambians about rising public anger and the country’s political direction. TO READ MORE, TAP HERE.
Security personnel swiftly shielded the president and escorted him away before any harm occurred. No injuries were reported, but the dramatic incident sparked intense debate among Zambians about rising public anger and the country’s political direction. TO READ MORE, TAP HERE.