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Africa-Press – Zambia. <\/strong><\/span>Government dismisses as false, reports circulating on various social media platforms , alleging that police have surounded Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu\u2019s home.<\/p>\n

At no point has there been any police presence at Archbishop Mpundu\u2019s residence. Government further refutes any insinuations of harassment or intimidation against Archbishop Mpundu based on his opinions or statements.<\/p>\n

The purported connection between the Archbishop\u2019s statement regarding President Hakainde Hichilema and the alleged police presence is entirely speculative and without merit.<\/p>\n

The Archbishop\u2019s statement regarding the President is well within his rights to express his opinion. Government urges the public and media outlets to verify information before<\/p>\n

dissemination and refrain from spreading false or sensationalised news that can incite unnecessary fear and panic among the public. Government is committed to upholding the rule of law and respecting individuals\u2019 freedoms of expression.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Zambia<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Zambia. Government dismisses as false, reports circulating on various social media platforms , alleging that police have surounded Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu\u2019s home. At no point has there been any police presence at Archbishop Mpundu\u2019s residence. Government further refutes any insinuations of harassment or intimidation against Archbishop Mpundu based on his opinions or statements. 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