Zambian Vice President Escapes Unhurt After Military Helicopter Crash

Zambia’s Vice President Mutale Nalumango and seven others walked away uninjured when their military helicopter crashed moments after take-off in Nakonde District. The 71-year-old was on a campaign tour ahead of the 13 August general election and was en route to address another rally in Isoka when the aircraft went down. All occupants were taken to a nearby medical facility for routine checks and have since been discharged in good health. Zambia’s Ministry of Information confirmed the vice-president, crew and passengers are safe. Initial reports suggest the helicopter may have clipped a tree before crashing, but investigators will examine the wreckage to determine the cause.

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