Political
By Respite Kaoma Opposition Citizens First Party President Harry Kalaba has condemned what he describes as the ongoing abuse of authority under Republican President Hakainde Hichilema’s rule. Mr. Kalaba has cited the continued detention of political opponents without being charged, stating that it is a clear demonstration of the extreme rule under which the country […]
By Respite Kaoma Opposition Citizens First Party President Harry Kalaba has condemned what he calls the ongoing abuse of governance under President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration. In a statement to Mafken News, Mr. Kalaba highlighted the continued detention of political opponents without formal charges, describing it as a clear indication of an oppressive regime. He expressed […]
By Anthony Chomba The opposition United Independent National Party (UNIP) President Colonel Henry Muyoba says the current crop of politicians in Zambia are money oriented. Colonel Muyoba says politicians need to have a heart for the vulnerable people if they aspire for higher political positions. He has told Mafken TV in Lusaka that politicians should […]
By Anthony Chomba The United National Independent Party (UNIP) has challenged former republican president Edgar Lungu retire from active politics. Party Chairperson for mobilisation Mulenga Chileshe says the decision by Mr. Lungu to remain in active politics is compromising his dignity and integrity. Mr. Chileshe also noted that the country is divided because political leaders […]
By Anthony Chomba Political Activist Dante Saunders has urged Republican president Hakainde Hichilema to immediately constitute a committee tasked to amend the spotted lacunas in the Zambian constitution. Mr. Saunders has suggested that the committee should constitute consititutional lawyers who should come up with a draft document that represents the aspirations of the Zambians. He […]
By Anthony Chomba The Opposition United National Independent Part (UNIP) has objected to any manoeuvres aimed at amending the constitution. Party Deputy National Spokesperson Reverend Danny Mwima says president Hakainde Hichileme proposals to amend some clauses in the constitution are ill-timed. He has told Mafken News in Lusaka that his part will fight tooth and […]
By Comfort Nthala National Democratic Congress (NDC) president Saboi Imboela has accused three opposition leaders—Patriots for Economic Progress (PeP) leader Sean Tembo, Green Party leader Peter Sinkamba, and Christian Democratic Party president Danny Pule—of engaging in what she describes as childish politics within the United Kwacha Alliance (UKA). Speaking in an interview with Mafken News […]
By Mafken Staffer Opposition Patriots for Economic Progress Leader Sean Tembo has described as a relief that his party is no longer affiliated to the United Kwacha Alliance- UKA, describing it as a dysfunctional organization. In a statement yesterday, UKA Chairperson Sakwiba Sikota alleged that the Alliance had expelled three members, namely, PeP President Sean […]
By Anthony Chomba & Comfort Nthala Political activist Dante Saunders has urged Zambians to support President Hakainde Hichilema’s call for constitutional reform, describing it as a crucial opportunity to address long-standing issues. Mr. Saunders, in an interview with Mafken News in Lusaka criticized those opposing Hichilema’s efforts, stating that they are unfairly attacking a well-intentioned […]
By Respite Kaoma The opposition Economic Front-EF National Spokesperson Humphrey Kabwe has resigned from the party with immediate effect. Mr. Kabwe’s decision follows the recent public announcement made during a media briefing in Lusaka, by-EF- party President Winter Kabimba, who stated that he had joined the UPND Alliance, with a mandate to help them intensify […]
