Businesswoman Faith Musonda has officially been charged with espionage, in addition to an earlier charge of criminal trespass, following her entry into Community House , the official residence of President Hakainde Hichilema on July 2, 2025.
According to a statement issued by Zambia Police Assistant Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha, Ms. Musonda, 41, is alleged to have unlawfully driven a Toyota Fortuner bearing registration number BBA 8874 to Community House in the New Kasama residential area between 00:30 and 01:00 hours on the stated date.
Preliminary investigations reveal that as she approached the gate, she was intercepted by alert police officers stationed at the premises while attempting to gain entry without lawful authority.
Ms. Musonda remains in police custody and is awaiting her court appearance.
By Darius Choonya
