In a story that sounds like it came straight out of a movie, two men have been arrested in Zambia's capital, Lusaka, for allegedly trying to use witchcraft to harm the country’s President, Hakainde Hichilema.
Police say the suspects, Jasten Mabulesse Candunde, a 42-year-old man from Mozambique, and Leonard Phiri, a 43-year-old village chief, were caught with mysterious items believed to be part of their witchcraft arsenal. Among their “tools” was a live chameleon, which they allegedly planned to use in a ritual to curse the president.
Authorities believe the men were hired for this sinister mission by Nelson Banda, the younger brother of Emmanuel “Jay Jay” Banda, a fugitive member of Zambia’s parliament. The suspects reportedly confessed to police that they were promised a hefty reward of $7,400 if they succeeded.
What Were They Charged With?
The two men are facing multiple charges under Zambia’s Witchcraft Act. These include “possession of charms,” “professing knowled...
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