Hostel student fatally electrocuted while charging phone

A sombre atmosphere envelops the University of Zambia (UNZA) community following the tragic electrocution of Margaret Chibesakunda, a 22-year-old third-year public administration student. The incident occurred the night of 6 April at approximately 9. 30 pm within the confines of the UNZA Great East Road Campus, October Hostels, reports Lusakatimes.com.

According to Rae Hamoonga, the police spokesperson, Chibesakunda suffered fatal injuries while attempting to plug in her phone charger. The untimely demise of Chibesakunda has reignited concerns over the safety and maintenance of electrical infrastructure within the university premises. Students have expressed dismay over the substandard condition of electrical connections, citing missing plugs, sockets, and adaptors, as well as exposed wires without adequate protection.

Meanwhile the University of Zambia Management says it has put place measures to ensure police and other relevant authorities conduct investigations on the case of electrocution of Chibesakunda.
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