Party members from across the province gathered to take part in the internal democratic process aimed at strengthening party structures ahead of the August 13 general elections.
Provincial Chairperson Obvious Mwaliteta and Youth Chairperson Anderson Banda were both re-elected, reaffirming the confidence that members have in the current leadership.
Mwaliteta expressed gratitude to party members for the renewed mandate, describing the outcome as a clear endorsement to continue building the party and fostering unity within the province.
“I reaffirm my commitment to mobilising members and ensuring a strong, coordinated campaign as the country approaches the August general elections,” he said.
Meanwhile, Banda stressed the importance of empowering young people within party structures. He highlighted the need to champion policies that address youth aspirations, including job creation, skills development, and increased participation in governance.
The elections were supervised by a delegation from the party’s National Management Committee (NMC), led by Commissioner Patricia Nawa. She commended the province for conducting a peaceful, orderly, and transparent electoral process.
“The province has set a commendable example of internal democracy that other provinces across the country need to emulate,” she said.
Nawa also thanked the outgoing provincial executive for their dedication and commitment to the growth of the party.
Another NMC member, Martha Mushipe, urged members to rally behind the development agenda of President Hakainde Hichilema, emphasizing the need for unity as the elections approach.
Meanwhile, Commissioner Grace Chivube called on the newly elected provincial committee to intensify mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2026 general elections.
“The party structures must remain focused and committed. There should be no room for trial and error as the party prepares for the crucial national polls,” she said.
Other provinces across the country are expected to hold similar intra-party elections throughout the week as the ruling party continues to strengthen its grassroots structures.
The United Party for National Development (UPND) in Lusaka Province has successfully concluded its intra-party elections, with most incumbent leaders retaining their positions.
Party members from across the province gathered to take part in the internal democratic process aimed at strengthening party structures ahead of the August 13 general elections.
Provincial Chairperson Obvious Mwaliteta and Youth Chairperson Anderson Banda were both re-elected, reaffirming the confidence that members have in the current leadership.
Mwaliteta expressed gratitude to party members for the renewed mandate, describing the outcome as a clear endorsement to continue building the party and fostering unity within the province.
“I reaffirm my commitment to mobilising members and ensuring a strong, coordinated campaign as the country approaches the August general elections,” he said.
Meanwhile, Banda stressed the importance of empowering young people within party structures. He highlighted the need to champion policies that address youth aspirations, including job creation, skills development, and increased participation in governance.
The elections were supervised by a delegation from the party’s National Management Committee (NMC), led by Commissioner Patricia Nawa. She commended the province for conducting a peaceful, orderly, and transparent electoral process.
“The province has set a commendable example of internal democracy that other provinces across the country need to emulate,” she said.
Nawa also thanked the outgoing provincial executive for their dedication and commitment to the growth of the party.
Another NMC member, Martha Mushipe, urged members to rally behind the development agenda of President Hakainde Hichilema, emphasizing the need for unity as the elections approach.
Meanwhile, Commissioner Grace Chivube called on the newly elected provincial committee to intensify mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2026 general elections.
“The party structures must remain focused and committed. There should be no room for trial and error as the party prepares for the crucial national polls,” she said.
Other provinces across the country are expected to hold similar intra-party elections throughout the week as the ruling party continues to strengthen its grassroots structures.
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