Mob Kills Woman ‘Hellen Kamutumbe’ Over “Vanishing Manhood” Accusation in Zambia
Published on March 23, 2026 at 11:58 AM by Evance Kapito
A 46-year-old woman, Eneless Hellen Kamutumbe, has been killed by a mob in Kalumbila, after being accused of causing a man’s private parts to disappear.
The incident occurred on March 20, 2026, at Kisasa Market between 11:30 and 13:00 hours.
According to reports, Kamutumbe was shopping when she accidentally came into contact with a 25-year-old man identified as Prince Ntambo, who suddenly began shouting and accused her of “stealing his manhood.”
Prince Ntambo,…
The allegation quickly triggered mob action, with bystanders attacking and stoning her without verifying the claim, despite her attempts to defend herself.
As the situation escalated, Ntambo reportedly tried to reverse the situation and protect the woman, but his efforts failed to stop the violent crowd.
Police officers arrived at the scene but were overpowered by the mob, resulting in three officers being seriously injured and a police vehicle being damaged.
By around 13:00 hours, Kamutumbe had succumbed to her injuries, and the mob fled the scene, leaving her body along the Kisasa–Kalumbila road. Police later transported the body to Bumi Mine Hospital, where she was confirmed dead.
Authorities have since arrested eight suspects to assist with investigations.
The incident has sparked outrage, with calls for action against mob justice and harmful superstitious beliefs, which continue to claim lives. Reports indicate that this is the third such killing in Kalumbila District.
