Sibeso Kakoma Sefulo v Iris Kaingu and the Electoral Commission of Zambia

The petition concerns the Mwandi Constituency parliamentary election held on 13 August 2026, in which Iris Kaingu was declared duly elected as Member of Parliament. The petitioner, Sibeso Kakoma Sefulo, challenges the validity of the election. The petitioner alleges that the election was characterised by bribery, corruption and undue influence of voters by agents of the 1st Respondent, allegedly with her knowledge, consent or approval. The petitioner further alleges that the Electoral Commission of Zambia failed to comply with electoral procedures, particularly in relation to the proper counting and announcement of election results. It is also alleged that, at most polling stations, the secrecy of the ballot was breached when Presiding Officers allegedly cast votes on behalf of elderly voters contrary to their wishes. The petitioner seeks declarations that the election of the 1st Respondent was void and should be nullified, an order for fresh elections, or alternatively, a recount of the votes, together with costs and any other relief the court may deem appropriate. Current Status: The matter is still ongoing before the court.