The United States (U.S) government has congratulated President-elect Hakainde Hichilema on his victory in the August 12 general elections.
U.S Department Spokesperson, Ned Price has further congratulated the people of Zambia for exercising their right to vote in historic numbers and welcomed commitments from all parties to a peaceful and orderly transition.
Mr. Price noted that the United States reaffirms its strong partnership with Zambia.
“We look forward to working together with the Zambian government to advance our mutual interests and deepen the friendship between our two nations,” he said.
He stated that the polls are a tribute to the democratic ideals upon which the country was founded and an inspiration for the democratic aspirations of people around the world.
The civil society in Kasempa district of the North-Western province has also congratulated President-elect Hakainde Hichilema for winning the August 12, general elections.
Speaking in an interview, Non-Governmental Coordinating Council (NGOCC) Board Member, Judith Mwanza congratulated the President-elect for his landslide victory in the just ended elections.
“It is the decision of the Zambian citizens, the people themselves who are the ones who have changed government,” Ms Mwanza said.
She further delighted that the electorate in Kasempa constituency voted for a woman as the area member of Parliament.
And, People Living with Disability, Kasempa District Chairperson, Jackson Kesa also congratulated the President-elect and appealed for inclusion of people living with disabilities in the governance of the country.
“We are expecting from the new government the involvement of the disability in all the activities that will be happening in the district,” Mr Kesa said.
He added that people living with disabilities across the country are hopeful that the incoming government will meet their expectations as it is in line with the UPND manifesto.
The Media Institute of Southern Africa- (MISA) Zambia Chapter has also expressed optimism that media law reforms will be one of the key priority areas of the new United Party for National Development (UPND) administration headed by President-elect Hakainde Hichilema.
Interim Chairperson, Barnabas Simatende also congratulated the President-elect Hakainde Hichilema on his election as the 7th President of the Republic of Zambia.
Fr Simatende envisions that MISA is eager to see the transformation of the Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC) to operate its role as a true public service broadcaster to serve the public and segments of society fairly.
In a statement to the media, the chapter is confident that the new government will enact the Access to Information bill that has not been taken to parliament in a long time.
“Further, MISA Zambia also remains confident of the enactment of the Access to Information Bill which has been shelved for a long time now. Considering that access to information held by public institutions is essential to the functioning of our democracy, effective citizen participation in decision-making and holding duty bearers accountable can only be actualized through the enactment of the Access to Information Bill in Zambia,” the statement read in part.
He pointed out that MISA Zambia is hopeful that the ushering in of the new regime will ensure a free and independent media terrain that will enable the media and its practitioners to carry out their role of informing and educating citizens.
Mr Hichilema was declared the winner by the Electoral Commission of Zambia on 16th August 2021, where he beat his closest rival President Edgar Lungu who has since conceded defeat.
And Zambia United National Fighters Association National Chairman, George Chewe has congratulated President-elect Hakainde Hichilema for emerging victorious in the August 12 general elections.
Mr. Chewe saluted Mr Hichilema’s victory is well deserved for his perseverance in the opposition for over 15 years.
Meanwhile, he has implored the new administration to expedite the process of enacting the national policy that looks at welfare of freedom fighters.
Speaking in an interview with ZANIS in Lusaka today, Mr Chewe said lack of a national policy for freedom fighters has made it difficult for them to receive support from the state.
Mr. Chewe stated that most of the freedom fighters have been reduced to destitutes despite them contributing to the country’s liberation from the colonial masters.
He noted that there is need to prioritize establishing national data for freedom fighters who are still alive and those who passed on.
“The national data for freedom fighters will make it easier for the government to identify and help the deserving freedom fighters,” he said.
Mr. Chewe emphasized the need to recognize the important role that freedom fighters played during the independence struggle.
He further said the Association will continue to engage the new administration over their welfare and pledged to work closely with the new administration for the betterment of the country.
The USA are happy that they now have a capitalist puppet in charge. Even me if I were usa or Anglo America, I would be very excited at the prospect of having a privatisation sell out in charge.
Look at the shameless UK based troll….really laughable hahaha hahaha choke hahaha …wipe your tears silly… hahaha
Yes ,worldwide congratulations are in order bcuz Zambia has proven to be an exemplary democracy by constantly changing ruling regimes thru the ballot.Kudos to ALL Zambians.
“He stated that the polls are a tribute to the democratic ideals upon which the country was founded and an inspiration for the democratic aspirations of people around the world.”
We are indebted to our all time ally the US, without their assistance the PF fiends could have feasted on our votes to gift the ineligible candidate a 3rd Term. The ineligible candidate and his cohorts were very determined. You can’t expel a US diplomat and get away with it. President HH must audit the Chinese debt, Chinese lenders must pursue arrangement fees, that are a component of the debt, the people that they paid. We don’t reward Ministers here when they commit GRZ to debt. Zambia is one of the largest beneficiaries of US Aid to Africa but the PF were not bothered to lose that because they were busy stealing. We told them on this forum that it’s life in the marrow where it is sweetest
Did you notice how they have left their Afghan allies? Its a lesson not to be ignored
I really wish LT has a robust archive system so that they bring up these stories when the narratives change. HH is a darling to the West for now until the relationship becomes sour when he has to choose between them and us. I just hope HH will become Kalu and dribble his way out. It won’t be easy.
LT, I know I have been vocal today but what’s with the moderation?
Kaizar you still around. Im sure you must be choking with jealous. Now that your ars is in the open people you offended will.come for you. You must also explain how you acquired those USD millions.
Eat while you can because very soon you will be eating beans in jail. We’ll lock you up.and throw away the keys.
I just love the way the arrogant Kaizar Zulu has been put in his place. His rantings and taunting means nothing. He is just displaying his bitterness. I can’t stop laughing at you. hahahahahahaha
@Tarino Orange
So you still on Lusaka times thought now you’re a VIP in HH’s Cabinet it turns out you’re just a Keyboard warrior
Anonymous – I am not a UPND member never been I just want the best for my country…its this type of mindset that cost Lazy Lungu.
The Chinese do not have politicians as best friends unless those politicians further their game plan. They will discard PF as faster as they formed friendships and move on to work with the UPND. They have invested a lot to see it go to waste by not coming to the table of brotherhood with the new country leadership. By now, Beijing has already made a private call to congratulate His Excellence President Elect. China is a powerful country that cannot be sidelined by Zambia. That would be political and economic suicide.
Surprising that fuls like Kaizar are still posting, can the op please fish out the chap
Look at how PF leaders one by one
Shamelessly congratulating president elect for fear of persecution. Never did one think in
Their dream of this day.god is great.god can turn tables overnight.
Lusaka Times can we have the stories of Congratulation messages from our Paramount Chiefs.
HRH Chitimukulu is relived that Luo is now out of the equation.
HRH Mpenzeni has eaten humble pie but also glad there is a chance for normancy.
HRH Mukuni . . .. .
PF were pathetic in government, never again should we have such incompetency
Arrest that monkey Kaizar
Sansanya Bijanga – The Chinks dont have to your friend its in your interest for you to be their good side given that reckless PF got billions in loans to build strategic assets so in essence they own you.
Kaizer, Mwikala patalala, Mwine apatalalika. You have a lot of issues and even have the balls to be talking Nonsenses on social Media? Lungu will not protect you. Moreover bring back our money you stole with you drunken Lungu. We have to forgive you guys but you busy poking others? Shows your dullness.
A very bitter person indeed. Wait for 5 years to try your luck, if you will be a free person by then. The full extent of the law will surely visit you
Finally we can again relate properly with less cadres in the foreign service.
KZ, I urge to marry CK and live unhappily ever after. Your relevance here ended a long time ago.