EASTERN Province Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba says two suspects have been arrested in relation to the violence that transpired during youth day celebration in Chipata. And Mweemba says contrary to social media claims no child died during Youth Day celebrations. Speaking during a media briefing, Mweemba said on youth day there was a physical confrontation between PF/Tonse Alliance and UPND youths but that the police quickly restored order. “The Zambia Police Service in Eastern Province has noted with concern messages circulating on social media alleging that during the Youth Day celebrations on 12 March 2026 at Kapata Market in Chipata, a child died after falling from their mother’s back during a stampede caused by political violence. We wish to clarify...