Zambian authorities have confirmed the arrest of fugitive lawmaker, Emmanuel "Jay Jay" Banda, in Zimbabwe. Banda had escaped from custody in August while facing robbery charges, prompting a $72,000 bounty on his head.

The Zambian minister for home affairs, Jack Mwiimbu, confirmed Banda's arrest in Harare, stating that he was caught by Zimbabwean police at a flat he had been renting. Banda will remain in custody while extradition formalities are completed.

Banda's legal challenges arise from a 2015 robbery charge, a non-bailable offence, along with additional charges for escaping custody. His supporters claim the charges are frivolous and a means to silence him following his controversial abduction earlier this year.

The arrest is significant, not only for the Zambian government's efforts to crack down on crime but also for the tech community, as it highlights the importance of cybersecurity in preventing and investigating crimes.