Africa-Press – Zambia. Whilst BaKambwili has appealed against the conviction, the DPP has appealed against the 5 months sentence. According to the laws of Zambia, Hate Speech carries a maximum sentence of 3 years, while BaKambwili was given 5 months.
Most of the times when are sentenced, the time of serving is reduced after some consideration of good behavior. If BaKambwili had not appealed, he would have most likely served 3 months, which means he would have been out by February 2024.
This sentence of 5 months wouldn’t have affected BaKambwili’s political career because it is less than 6 months. However, with this development, if the conviction is upheld, the sentence might be revealed and it could be more. With the appeal of the DPP, it makes things even worse.
If I were him (CK) I would withdraw the appeal and serve the 5 months just to avoid taking chances, looking at the evidence and the political standing of the big man. In future you may have to refer to this article.
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