Lusaka, Zambia — In a significant development, the Zambian government has granted medical release to prominent political figure Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba, commonly known as GBM, along with 12 other inmates. The decision was announced earlier today, citing urgent health concerns as the primary reason for their discharge.
GBM, a former Defense Minister and influential political leader, has been serving a prison sentence following his conviction in a high-profile case. The identities and specific medical conditions of the other 12 individuals released alongside him have not yet been disclosed by authorities.
Sources close to the matter indicate that the releases were approved after thorough medical evaluations, with officials emphasizing the need for humane treatment of detainees facing serious health challenges. The move has sparked mixed reactions, with some applauding the government’s adherence to humanitarian principles, while others question the timing and transparency of the decision.
