Zambia's government has withdrawn retirement benefits and privileges from former President Edgar Lungu following his decision to return to active politics. Mr Lungu lost the presidency to Hakainde Hichilema in 2021, after which he announced his retirement. Mr Lungu is aiming to capitalise on growing dissatisfaction with the continued economic hardships in the country under his successor. While announcing his political comeback last week, Mr Lungu said he was returning to fight for and defend democracy in the country. Last month, Mr Lungu was warned against jogging in public, with police describing his weekly workouts as "political activism".

Source: Daily Nation November 02, 2023 10:27 UTC