Zambians recently woke up to news that President Hakainde Hichilema has been rated as one of the world’s top leaders. At first, I just laughed. Before commenting on the story, I decided to go and read the article in the right wing British newspaper that rated him to understand the criteria used. I found none.
The fact that the death certificate showing the certified cause of death is already in the public domain further disqualifies the Zambian Government from claiming any basis for investigations or continued interference in the custody of the remains.
“This is not about name-calling,” Makebi Zulu said in his remarks. “It is about law, governance and the kind of country we are choosing to become.”
Speaking in a wide-ranging interview, Makebi Zulu framed the dispute not as a question of protocol but as an issue of dignity, legality and character in public office. He alleged that the state has sought to impose conditions on the Lungu family while simultaneously running a campaign of pressure and persuasion designed to force compliance
In a personal reflection published on Facebook, Mususu Kalenga praises Makebi Zulu’s character, intellect, and resilience, affirming his suitability for Zambia’s highest office.
In a decisive announcement, Honourable Given Lubinda declared the immediate and irreversible expulsion of all Patriotic Front Members of Parliament who supported Bill 7.
“The Constitution is not self-enacting,” Sangwa said. “It requires people of integrity to respect it. What Bill 7 has exposed is a gap between what is written on paper and what is practised in reality.”
By Brian Matambo | Lusaka, Zambia I sat down to read through the written exchange between Honorable Sunday Chilufya Chanda, Member of Parliament for Kanchibiya Constituency, and New Heritage Party President Madam Chishala Kateka. I know one side fairly well. When it comes to debate, especially written debate, Sunday Chanda is not a lightweight. He...
Patriotic Front Presidential Candidate and lawyer to the late Edgar Chagwa Lungu has launched a constitutional assault on President Hakainde Hichilema, filing a petition in the Constitutional Court that directly challenges the President’s conduct
Today’s political wind may shelter those responsible. Tomorrow’s will not. Court orders do not expire with administrations. Liability is personal, not partisan. And when the dust settles, the record will show who upheld the Constitution and who chose defiance presented as democracy.