LUSAKA — Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia (EFZ) chairperson Paul Mususu says he has no regrets about his involvement in the Bill 7 process, maintaining that his participation was guided by the views of ordinary Zambians.
Speaking during the launch of the Voice of the People (VoP) organisation in Lusaka, Bishop Mususu said his stance reflected what he heard directly from citizens across the country, despite criticism from various quarters.
“I’m not ashamed of associating myself with that work because we were representing the people. If you represent people, you must listen to them and give them a chance to be heard,” he said.
Bishop Mususu explained that his engagements with communities revealed a disconnect between public discourse and the actual sentiments of citizens.
“I was overwhelmed to discover that what I was reading and hearing on TV and radio from those claiming to represent the people was actually the opposite when we went out there. The people were saying something different,” he said.
He cautioned against individuals projecting personal opinions as though they reflect the views of the entire nation.
“You can’t assume you speak for everyone. Let people speak for themselves,” he said.
The EFZ chairperson emphasised the importance of platforms such as Voice of the People, noting that they provide an opportunity for citizens to contribute to national conversations, particularly on governance and legislative matters.
He further urged the organisation to remain inclusive.
“As long as someone is Zambian, they should be allowed to participate,” he said.
The launch event drew attendance from government officials, church leaders, civil society representatives and community members from across the country.
