Africa: Zambia Govt 'Postponement' of RightsCon 2026 Slammed
AllAfrica • 5/1/2026
Summary
The Zambian government has postponed RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, which was scheduled to take place in Lusaka from May 5 to 8, 2026. Human Rights Watch has expressed concerns regarding the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly, as well as potential interference from the Chinese government.
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- 2026-05-01Africa: Zambia Govt 'Postponement' of RightsCon 2026 Slammed (current)
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