CHAPTER One Foundation has urged government to clarify that there is no policy or instruction authorising the Army to “exterminate” illegal miners. The foundation’s comments follow a viral social media video in which remarks are attributed to the Zambia Army Commander, Lt Gen Geoffrey Zyeele, indicating that the Army has been directed to “exterminate” illegal miners. In a statement, Tuesday, Foundation Executive Director Josiah Kalala stated that the use of firearms should be an exceptional measure. He argued that civilian law enforcement must remain primary, with any military support clearly limited, supervised and coordinated under lawful authority. “Chapter One Foundation has noted a video circulating on social media in which remarks are attributed to the Zambia Army Commander, indicating that...