Vlogger Chitambala Mwewa, popularly known as Simon Mwewa, has officially announced that he will contest the Lusaka mayoral seat in the August 13 elections.
Mwewa, widely known for his English lessons and outspoken social commentary, made the announcement on his Facebook page, declaring his vision for a cleaner and more organised capital city.
In one of his key campaign promises, Mwewa vowed to remove all banners belonging to so-called “fake papas” and traditional healers, which he says have flooded the city and contributed to visual pollution.
“I will run for mayor of Lusaka and if the people elect me, Lusaka City Council will tear down all scammer banners and illegal billboards. The scammers will be charged and penalised for erecting illegal banners,” he stated.
He further proposed that all businesses and residential properties in Lusaka should be registered under Integrated Solid Waste Management Limited to improve waste collection and sanitation across the city.
Mwewa also revealed that he is open to contesting under the ruling UPND ticket, should the party adopt him as its candidate.
If elected, Mwewa—son of Lusaka’s first mayor, the late Chitambala Mwewa—would take over from incumbent mayor Chilando Chitangala, who has held the position since 2021 under the Patriotic Front (PF).
The mayoral race is already shaping up to be competitive, with other contenders including lawyer Simon Mwila, former ZAMMSA Director General Victor Nyasulu, and the incumbent Chitangala expected to defend her seat.
Mwewa’s entry into the race adds a new dynamic, blending social media influence with civic ambition, as Lusaka residents prepare to head to the polls.
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Background is needed ba LT. What are fake papa banners? How do they affect the city?
You like explaining presidential statements from state house even when this is uncalled for but when explanations are professionally required you are invisible!
Sir before there were other mayors. We can assist you there was Safeli Chileshe, W Banda., Fleefort Chirwa, John Kalinda and then S.C Mwewa …please a little research can help …oh and I share with you only the black mayors of Lusaka.