The Electoral Commission of Zambia has urged uniformed officers in Shangombo District to execute their duties with professionalism and impartiality as the district prepares for candidate nominations on Wednesday.
Addressing officers during a pre-deployment briefing, Shangombo District Electoral Officer Abwino Banda said the session is meant to equip them with a clear understanding of the electoral process and their role in it.
Mr Banda explained that the briefing would outline the key stakeholders involved in the elections and clarify their respective responsibilities.
“In this briefing, you are going to appreciate who the electoral stakeholders in these elections are, and also their roles,” he said.
He added that officers must ensure only accredited stakeholders are permitted access during the nominations.
Mr Banda said that the briefing will also cover electoral offences and the penalties attached to them.
