This archive report was first published on 14 September 2019.
On September 12, 2019, Zambian immigration authorities deported a Chinese national, Yi Jian, for allegedly using abusive language towards Zambians and government officials.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Mr. Yi was deported under a warrant signed by the Minister of Home Affairs, citing reasonable grounds to believe that his presence in Zambia and conduct were likely to be a danger to peace and good order.
Mr. Yi, 36, is the boss of Top Star Communications, a joint venture between the Zambian government and Chinese pay TV giant StarTimes, tasked with digitizing the country's broadcast infrastructure.
The Zambian government accuses Mr. Yi of abrogating the employment code during his stay in the southern African nation.
Chinese investors have a significant presence in Zambia, with millions of dollars invested in various sectors, including mining and hospitality.
