VJ remembers Late President Chiluba
Parliamentary Chief Whip Vernon Mwaanga says the late second Republican President Frederick Chiluba will be remembered for the pivotal role he played in restoring international aid to Zambia at a time the nation faced sanctions. Mwaanga said the country had many challenges and was faced with economic instability, but with Chiluba as head of state, [...]
United Party for National Development (UPND) President Hakainde Hichilema has disputed allegations by some sections of society that his party has formed a shadow cabinet ahead of this year’s polls. Hichilema described the allegations as malicious and meant to degrade his party in the eyes of Zambians. He said the UPND cannot form a Cabinet [...]
Continue reading …People’s Pact Forum Interim President Colonel Panji Kaunda has vowed to continue his fight for regime change until the nation is placed in the hands of individuals that will address the needs of citizens. In an interview with 5fm, Kaunda said it is important to note that for the country to develop it needs directional [...]
Continue reading …Non-Governmental Coordinating Council (NGOCC) Board Chairperson Beatrice Grillo has bemoaned the current trend by of campaigns where political parties are not stating what they will do for the country. In an interview Grillo said politicians should outline their plans and tell the nation how they will be carried out. She said it is vital to [...]
Continue reading …The Southern Africa Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (SACCORD) Information Officer Obby Chibuluma has advised the Movement for Multi-party Democracy (MMD) to iron out its differences within the party prior to elections. Chibuluma, who was commenting on the suspension of Chongwe Parliamentarian Sylvia Masebo, said the ruling party should be tolerant as it [...]
Continue reading …Citizens Forum Executive Director Simon Kabanda has vowed that his organization will use the Parallel Voter Tabulation (PVT). Kabanda said there is need for people in the country to harmonize with those Civil Society Organizations who want to use the PVT during the tripartite elections. He urged the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) should concentrate [...]
Continue reading …Patriotic Front (PF) Kabwata Member of Parliament Given Lubinda has accused the Movement for Multi-party Democracy (MMD) of doing shoddy works in his constituency. Lubinda said the ruling party’s construction of roads in his area is politically motivated and MMD will be held accountable by the people. He said the MMD should be careful because [...]
Continue reading …Zuma mourns Chiluba as Kenya’s Odinga says he was a pioneer of democracy in Africa
June 18, 2011 24 CommentsPresident Jacob Zuma of South Aafrica has extended his sympathies to the people of Zambia following the death of former president Frederick Chiluba, that countrys department of international relations and co-operation said on Saturday. “On behalf of the government and people of South Africa, we would like to take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt condolences [...]
Continue reading …Vice President George Kunda says he is not in the position to tell the nation the elections date as he is not authorized to do so. Kunda said announcement of polling date is the prerogative of the head of state, as such he does not know when elections will take place. He however, assured Zambians [...]
Continue reading …Minister of Home Affairs Mukhondo Lungu has appealed to Zambians to remain peaceful prior to, during, and after elections. Lungu said the country has enjoyed peace and tranquility and cannot afford to trade harmony as violence is detrimental and has the potential to derail the nation. He said his ministry has put in place measures [...]
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