A 42-year-old man has died after being struck by lightning in Kalomo District, Southern Province.
The incident occurred on Monday, December 22, 2025, between 18:00 and 19:00 hours at Mataka Village in Chief Siachitema’s area.
Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo confirmed the tragedy, identifying the deceased as Makotani Simachulu.
Mr. Namalongo explained that Simachulu was returning home from the market during rainfall when he was struck, and he died on the spot.
