2026/2876(RSP) Resolution on a topical subject First reading

Post-electoral repression in Zambia and the killing of Mutotwe Kafwaya

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 adopted the text on 17 September 2026. This is its final position on the matter.

  1. Tabled for plenary
  2. Plenary vote Adopted 17 September 2026
  3. Parliament’s position Final
How a file moves through Parliament

A file is referred to one lead committee (others may give an opinion). Its rapporteur writes a draft report, committee members table amendments, and the committee votes to adopt the report. The report is then tabled for all MEPs; political groups can table further amendments, which are voted on before the final vote in plenary. The adopted resolution is Parliament’s final position; it is not itself law.

The text, version by version

Adopted by Parliament · latest Adopted text TA10-0311/2026 17 September 2026 ✦ 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.⇄ what changed Tabled for plenary Joint motion RC-B10-0404/2026 16 September 2026 ⇄ what changed Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B10-0418/2026 14 September 2026 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B10-0417/2026 14 September 2026 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B10-0420/2026 14 September 2026 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B10-0404/2026 14 September 2026 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B10-0416/2026 14 September 2026 ✦ 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.

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. see the changes →

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Timeline

  1. Plenary stage
  2. Adopted Adopted by an overwhelming majority
    For 562 Against 1 Abstained 33

    Final vote on the motion for a resolution at 13:14 · 94% of votes cast in favour · every MEP’s position →

    How the vote unfolded · 6 ballots

    adopted rejected lapsed square = amendment circle = part of the text decisive vote Solid = roll call (click for every MEP’s vote); faded = no individual positions

    Show all 6 ballots in voting order
    1. Final vote on the motion for a resolution 13:14 RC-B10-0404/2026 – Motion for a resolution
    Adopted
    2. Alternative motion B10-0404/2026 B10-0404/2026
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    3. Alternative motion B10-0416/2026 B10-0416/2026
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    4. Alternative motion B10-0417/2026 B10-0417/2026
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    5. Alternative motion B10-0418/2026 B10-0418/2026
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    6. Alternative motion B10-0420/2026 B10-0420/2026
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed