Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2876(RSP)
Post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 17 September 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 17 September 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
17 September 2026 · decision 4
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya
Adopted 562 for · 1 against · 33 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:This resolution concerns post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya, following the general elections in which the Electoral Commission of Zambia declared President Hichilema the winner.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
No change of substance: the two versions differ only in presentation — cover page, numbering or the parts a report carries that the adopted text does not.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 17 Sept 2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution condemns the killing of opposition member and former minister Mutotwe Kafwaya and the rise in political repression in Zambia since the 13 August 2026 elections.
Tabled for plenary· 16 Sept 2026
Tabled for plenary· 14 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0418/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya takes note of the 13 August 2026 election results and expresses serious concern about the killing of Mr Kafwaya during a security raid in Lusaka.
Tabled for plenary· 14 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0417/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution condemns the violent crackdown and police abuses around Zambia's 13 August general elections, in which President Hichilema was declared winner with 60.7 percent.
Tabled for plenary· 14 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0420/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya condemns the killing and calls for an independent investigation.
Tabled for plenary· 14 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0404/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution condemns the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya and post-electoral repression in Zambia, and calls for investigations, releases and respect for rights.
Tabled for plenary· 14 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0416/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya condemns the killing and demands an independent investigation holding those with command responsibility accountable.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
17 September 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 17 Sept 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0404/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0416/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0417/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0418/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0420/2026Adopted text TA10-0311/2026
16 September 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 16 Sept 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0404/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0416/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0417/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0418/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0420/2026
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2876(RSP)