The Zambian government is yet to engage The Congolese Consular over the four Zambian youths who are detained at Pese’ border in that country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The youths were arrested by Congolese soldiers manning the crossing point on Friday last week when they protested against rampant smuggling of mealie meal in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The soldiers are asking for K13 thousand for each to be released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to residents, the four conducted the protest on the no man’s land but due to improper markings the Congolese authorities claimed that it was done on their land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And Copperbelt Minister, Elisha Matambo says he will engage the Consular and Katanga Region Governor to ensure the release of the Zambian nationals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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