Fugitive Zambian MP Emmanuel Jay Banda arrested in Zimbabwe after three-month Manhunt

A Zambian lawmaker facing robbery charges has been arrested in Zimbabwe after escaping custody earlier this year, Zambian authorities confirmed.

Emmanuel “Jay Jay” Banda, an independent MP since 2021, fled from Chipata Central Hospital in August while awaiting a court appearance. He had been admitted to the hospital under police guard following his arrest. A bounty of 2 million Zambian kwacha ($72,000) was later issued for his…