The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), has urged Police Officers in Sinda District to uphold integrity as they carry out their duties during the Mass Voter Registration (MRV) exercise which is scheduled to run from 13th of October to November the 11th, 2025.
ECZ Sinda District Registration Officer (DRO) Mary Chongo says it is important that the uniformed staff uphold neutralitElectoraly and vigilance during the national exercise.
Ms Chongo, who was speaking during the orientation of the Police Staff at Chochi Lodge before their deployment to various centres around the district on Saturday commended the uniformed men and women for their continued service and dedication to duty.
The DRO reminded the officers of their critical role in maintaining peace, law and order, as well as safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process.
She emphasised the importance of upholding professionalism by the officers throughout the exercise they have been entrusted with.
Ms Chongo further urged the officers to protect the ECZ staff, registration kits, materials, and members of the public throughout the 30 day MVR exercise.
And the DRO reaffirmed ECZ confidence that with the dedication and cooperation from all stakeholders, the Mass Voter Registration exercise in Sinda District will be conducted in an orderly, transparent and successful manner.
Meanwhile, Sinda Police Officer-in-Charge Iless Kombe reiterated the DRO’s call to maintain the Zambia Police Service’s commitment to peace and order around the district.
Ms Kombe echoed the vital role that the Zambia Police Service plays in the protection of the electoral process.
ECZ remains confident that, with the dedication and cooperation of all stakeholders, the MVR exercise in the District will be conducted in an orderly, transparent and successful manner.
Voter Education Facilitator (VEFs) and Assistant Registration Officers – Field (AROFs) have successfully been deployed with accompanying Police Staff around the district as Sinda targets to reach over 140, 000 eligible voters in its voter education campaigns.
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