Economic and Equity Party (EPP) leader, Chilufya Tayali has said that there is no time for dialogue now as the country is looking at elections this year.
Responding to calls United Party for National Development(UPND) leader Hakainde Hichilema for Dialogue, Mr. Tayali said that the UPND leader is calling for dialogue because he has realized that he faces a big defeat in the August elections.
Mr. Tayali said that it is fear of losing elections that has motivated Mr. Hichilema to call for dialogue at this stage, adding that in 2016 and 2017, Mr. Hichilam rebuffed calls for dialogue despite a lot of people begging him to do so and that this is just a distress call from the UPND leader.
Last week Mr. Hichilema called for a sincere dialogue with emphasis that the church leads the process. In his letter to the Three Church Mother Bodies (Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Council of Churches in Zambia and the Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia), Mr Hichilema stated that the nation only had the church to turn to for counsel and guidance in times such as these, indicating that Zambia is at cross roads; for the first time after a decade of strong economic growth resulting in lack of employment opportunities especially among the young people who to a large extent have been exposed to anti-social vices.
The UPND leader also stated that the poor state of the economy has been exacerbated by stifling national debt which needs to be addressed seriously.
He further indicated that Zambia was supposed to have been building on the accolade of being an oasis of peace for the role the nation played in the liberation of neighbouring countries but bemoaned the nation’s steadily sliding into a nation of perpetual strife.
He further indicated that hate speech, psychological and physical violence have reached unprecedented levels for a country that was once held in high esteem for upholding democratic tenets.
Mr Hichilema cited the selective application of the law, especially the Public Order Act as one issue which has heavily contributed to the nation’s decline in good governance standing.
“My Lord Bishops, these are but just a few selected threats facing our country and require the collective participation of all citizens in finding solutions. We will turn to you, our spiritual leaders to lead us into an open and honest discussion to resolving these challenges of our time. Our trust in you is based on your tested leadership that saw us usher in the Multiparty democracy in 1991, facilitating the peaceful transfer of power in 2011 and your continued efforts at fostering dialogue among political parties,” reads part of the letter.
“My Lord Bishops, as we have consistently put it, we have always been and are committed to genuine dialogue, led by the Three Church Mother Bodies (Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops – ZCCB, Council of Churches in Zambia – CCZ, and Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia – EFZ). This is because we believe that we all have a responsibility to leave this country better than we found it. We desire a Zambia, where all live in peace, harmony and love, irrespective of any divide.”
Mr Hichilema’s letter dated 28th January 2021, has been copied to the Principal Private Secretary at State House, the Electoral Commission of Zambia, the Chief Justice and the Human Rights Commission.
Others copied to include, the Minister of Religious and National Guidance, the Minister of Justice, the Minister of Home Affairs and the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) President.
This man has blood on his hands by his careless mouth. There may be no time, but we will remember that we had the time when things go wrong on 12th August or after. Dialogue reduces incidences such as the one where two innocent people were killed ?
I wasted my time reading this article. Nothing HH caan talk about that ever makes sense. He has over stayed and lost far too many times. HH must let others try too.
Always ranting
Those with hate in their hearts will never end the kingdom of heaven ???
Iwe Katayali dialogue can only take one day what is long with u pali HH kanshi
Chilufya Tayali is a non entity in Zambia’s presidential race so he’s been trying hard to be relevant with these bombastic pronouncements.
Foolish chap prisdent of a kantemba pit up candidates these elections or we shall deregister you
When is his party going for convention? He must note that it was not HH who requested dialogue but he simply responded to a question that reflects the will of the people.
Nawa Mukwati Sibongo yes, it was just a response
But kwena kwati nifwa pamaso
Chilufya is spot on.
Admin you mean there are no well meaning political leaders you can cover? I mean those who can offer solutions to Zambia’s economy? Not surrogates,I mean find something more meaningful to show us as news not this nonsense…
Davies Kapamayi Very irritating chap.
David Chulu for sure sir
That’s the point, no time and need for Dialogue, we’re at peace, moreover hh need to apologize for not recognizing EC Lungu as the Republican President, that’s the only Dialogue which must be their to end his(hh) bitterness and he’ll be at peace
Danny Kayabala who is ECL? Can you be proud as a President presiding a divided nation politically. Danny Kayabala you are a fool among fools.
Danny Kayabala please think before you comment and expose your low levels of understanding.
Please let’s think .
I wanted to comment then I saw the profile pic…its Ok naleka
Edwin Beech ???? cousin at you saw what
Si Tu,cousin the whole story is there
Lungu has taken his luck too far. He never respected the constitution when he was declared “winner” in 2016 by not handing over power to the Speaker for the prescribed Clause of 14,days. One may ask, why was he in a hurry to be sworn in against the Supreme Law of the land when he knew very well that HH had filed a complaint and being a lawyer himself!, Ah no wonder the Chief Justice refused to swear him in as it bordered on Treason. Why did a learned lawyer accept to be sworn in by a Registrar of the High Court?, A treason case awaits ECL
Your mouth costed lives piece of shit. Why aren’t u quiet
Tayali is being mischievous and irresponsible. All patriotic Zambians should demand for free,fair and credible Elections in August 2021. Dialogue among Political Parties and other Stakeholders to agree to such an Election framework is a welcome devt. We want Dialogue and not violence during the 2021 Elections. Tayali doesn’t want peaceful Elections becoz he thrives in chaos. In a normal Constitutional Democracy ,Tayali would be jailed 4 preaching for a violent Election.
Me I wonder how the media gives attention to people like Chilufya Tayali… I mean what sort of sound interview can you get from a grown up Man who feeds his family through begging. Instead of providing for his family through hard work, he chose the lazy way of getting money from desperate Politicians who think they can ride on his foolishness. I wonder what the guy tells his family he’s doing because really such people are a danger to society.
Tayali is just a twit, jealousy and full of hatred for HH and it’s time he got a life.
“EEP is a political party in Zambia which believes in the dignity of a human person and equality of all human beings including those considered marginalized”???. B U L L S H I T.
The daily nation reported that ECL was ready for dialogue with other political leaders as said by GBM. Nomba HH aisamo shani.
Why this time and when HH was wanted he refused and said the Church mother body was biased,now he has changed his stance saying the opposite.HH is a trick star, a lie contracting himself,confused…………..
In foot ball if a goal getter is falling to score he is substituted, same applies to the coach.
Dialogue to have free,fair,credible and peaceful Elections in August 2021 is a welcome plea. Tayali should be arrested for inciting violence during the 2021 General Elections. People should preach Dialogue and Peace during this Election Season.
If this one will be forgiven by the next government ine I will petition..
And take the matter to court.
Unfortunately I can’t say exactly what I wanted
Aka nako
Correct tayali.
The chap and nigga kleptoh² was adamant when he was called to the dialoguing table, his upbeatness on dialogue this time when his puppets drowned bill 10 is not only suspicious but fruitless.
Dialogue, preconditional for that matter comes to their tongues only when they are aroused and it suits them. Ain’t that hypocritical?
Xenophobic and Devious evil kleptoh² is finished this year I tell you.
I concur with those who are calling on LT to consider themselves as bearing some responsibility in what they publish. It cannot be responsible to publish just anything even if one knows that the source is just courting attention and strife. Don’t play into the hands of those stoking division for the sake of a meal. A number of sober commentators have pointed to signs of violence in coming months. ECL himself first called for church-led dialogue before HH did. Both may be politicking but it might be prudent to call their bluff and have the church go ahead with it. It may save lives and limbs. And where is the church on this anyway? Why are they silent when they are being begged to take a lead? Have they abdicated their role? Does the furtherance of the gospel stand to benefit from the…
every sane individual i know doesnt take this man seriously….waste of ink lusaka times
Yapping Chihuahua who knows no bounds and only silenced when “The Dobermann” has had enough. Very soon, a bored Dobermann will chew on this chap and spit out the pieces he does not like. Food For Thought!
Zambia is a funny country were adults who are supposed to be in gainful emplyoment are paid to throw dirty on prominent politicians.
They are literally paid handsomely for doing nothing.
Who said one has to sweat to earn a living?
Sam Imusho it’s a feast and famine type arrangement.
One moment he has cash next moment he’s dead broke. To make matters worse he doesn’t save and he lives beyond his means
Buluya!
*****
This foolish still exist?nefyamano akapuba kaletatalika
Tayali is a citizen of this country, thus he must enjoys precepts set by this country including fundamental rights and principles of mother Zambia.
Your political grouping call for the freedom of speech when it suits you. Freedom of expression is jam packed with messages for your social grouping – upndead or against your grouping.
Leave Tayali alone hypocrites. He is only expressing his basic right which in this case airs very true narratives about kleptoh². Besides he is a president of a social grouping called EPP, why do you upndead seek to shut him up; is it a matter of truth hurts? Hugh! LT brings everything to the table, thanks.
It takes a strong person to call for dialogue. Why argue against it? Do you want a divided nation- crazy people
What value does this buffoon add to Zambian politics?
Tayali should be warned and cautioned not to incite Violence as we approach the August 2021 Elections. Tayali says there is no time for Dialogue but time to inflict violence? Political Leaders should Dialogue and Commit to peaceful Elections in August 2021. Tayali wants a violent Election in August 2021 to ensure that ECL wins those Elections? We don’t want violence this Election Cycle and all Political Leaders are urged to campaign peacefully throughout the Country. We want free,fair,credible and peaceful Elections in this Election Season.
LT ,
Giving tiyali air time is being an accomplice to murder……..
This parasite adds no Benifits to the lives of Zambians, infact only causes death , misery and suffering…
You will never find dialogue in a kkndom of thieves bcoz they are criminals peace and love is their number one enemy.
This foolish fool without a job
Is it not funny to think that young tayali is much more wiser than older hh who claims to be highly educated. I had a constructive call with my young brother tayali and I can agree with his assessment. They say you cannot fatten a pig on its sale day. That is exactly what hh is trying to do. It’s too late
Kaizar you need deliverance not bu Born again ubo ulandapo. We need to see a genuine repentant heart .Your fruit does not portray a renewed person.
Mathew 7:16-23
Vs 16 Ye shall know them by their fruits.
Popi in his usual style
Chilufya Tayali read the Bible and you will be wise. A man can reconcile with his brother WHILE they are on their way to the judge. Jesus said, ‘Come to terms quickly with your accuser while you are going with him to court’ (Matthew ch 5 verse 25). It is never too late for dialogue.
Ba Lusaka Times!
Who created these strange jobs?
Anyone who knows why this chap like that yellow shirt
Yeah it is a distress call the dialogue HH proposed
Who does HH want to dialogue with when he doesn’t recognize ECL as president for Zambia we know its another defeat coming let him just asseble his hopeless lawyers
After HH has no campaign message not even the load shedding issue which he wanted to use kkkkl tekufileka fye
Teachers recruitment K10,000 to district officials, soldiers, police, you spend money on a child then pay DEBS for the child to work,HH must repeatedly speak against this.
The nation is finished.
He wants a dialogue with who
What’s wrong with this boy is he not getting more than enough from his teenage Ethiopian wife? There is always time for dialogue even if the elections are next month…he knows that dialogue will mess up his gravy train from his PF paymasters.
What’s wrong with this boy is he not getting more than enough from his teenage Ethiopian wi fe? There is always time for dialogue even if the elections are next month…he knows that dialogue will mess up his gravy train from his PF paymasters.
Tarino have respect for someone wlfe. We know for you that you don’t understand marriage. We are experiencing high BP due to Zambia losing to Morocco and here you are talking nonsense. Fuseke
Does this Tayali chap really have a party of his own, I have never heard him talk about his party, he will always talk about HH or Edgar Lungu, if he has a party, why doesn’t the registrar just deregister it, it must be a very idle party, I doubt if even his household are members of his party
How would anyone not want to dialogue?
Us in the PF can not dialogue in an election year. We’re busy campaigning to secure another 5 year mandate from the lovely people of Zambia. We’ll consider dialogue after August 2021. Thank you for recognising ECL as head of state, albeit too late in the process.
When we were growing up in the 1990s, our focus was to get some good college education and then get a jobs and enjoy a good life that came with it. Today i doubt this could be the same focus. The focus today looks as follows:
1. Become a carder in one of the bus stations or markets and make a good living
2. Form a bogus NGO and align yourself with the ruling party
3. Form a company and get tenders using connection in the ruling party or highly connected persons.
4. Get academic papers from any institution regardless of its standard or quality of education provided and use your connections to get job
With this new focus, i dont see Zambia following the same path as China, South Korea and many other countries which managed to beat poverty through use of science and Technology.
And pay 10-15,000 to district officials..
Sammy h wants to dialogue abour what? A dialogue should have an agenda it shouldnt be a campaign platform…besides he boycotts functions where ECL is present so what dialogue does he want…..he wrote to the ‘lord bishops’ let them respond to him…When he is defeated this year he will realise that social media votes are different from boots on the ground….wina azalila …focus on your predetermined convention but in the nation….you will see fumbi…
Doesn’t this boy have a party of his own, he has been in comedy circles for a long time now just talking about Presidents of other political parties, this is election year, where we expect him to be mobilizing for his party, but of course he is just doing the things that his funders the PF tell him to do
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For once Tayali is right – focus should be on negotiations for managing free and fair elections! Not only Lungu and Lusambo campaigning.
Instead of subjecting bloggers to discuss better issues affecting the country, you find yourself reading amafi ya Tayali!
Kalipena aka kamuntu?
Chilufya , I agree entirely with your point of view. Anyone who would even be considering this suggestion from HH has very short memory. The truth of the matter is that HH has realised that over the years his fortunes have waned. And a sixth defeat will break his heart if he still has one. A dialogue is not what Zambia needs, what Zambia needs is the change of heart on the part of HH and stop this tribal rants. Every tribe in Zambia is important. So HH must stop sailing on the tribal boat. He is not presidential material, do something else. Not for now may be later.
Spot on Tayali. It is a known fact. HH is damn scared of losing for the sixth time. So that fear translates into doing all sorts of things including those that have largely failed. The best HH can do is try and get a nationalist democratically elected. The new leader must make a deliberate effort to de-tribalise (if there is such a word) and bring the national flavour of the original UPND. Mornarchs do not work at political levels in Zambia. They only work at provincial or village level.