Spread the loveFaith Nyasuguta  Zambia is facing a serious test of its democracy after authorities closed the country’s top courts on August 24, the final day for the opposition to challenge President Hakainde Hichilema’s disputed re-election. The closure included the Constitutional Court, the institution expected to hear a presidential election petition. Court staff were instructed … Continue reading ZAMBIA’S COURTS SHUT ON ELECTION PETITION DEADLINE — WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE DOOR TO JUSTICE CLOSES?