Three United Party for National Development (UPND) aspiring parliamentary candidates in Zambezi District of North-Western Province have successfully filed their nomination ahead of the August 13 general elections.
The three candidates are Dennis Mano for Zambezi Central, Brian Kambita for Zambezi East, and Vumango Musumali for Zambezi West constituency.
Aspiring candidates successfully submitted their credentials to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) officials at their respective nomination centers.
Speaking shortly after filing his nominations at Zambezi Civic Centre, Zambezi Central UPND aspiring candidate, Dennis Mano, expressed confidence in winning the seat.
He promised to prioritise local development and improve the livelihoods of the people in the constituency once elected.
“I am delighted to have successfully filed my nomination today. My focus remains on bringing tangible development, improving infrastructure, and uplifting the lives of the people of Zambezi Central,” Mr Mano said.
Mr Mano also said he will work to bring peace and unity among the people of Zambezi Central.
Meanwhile, two independent aspiring candidates have also successfully filed for their nomination in the district.
The two are Raphael Ngimbu, who is contesting the Zambezi Central seat, and Jonathan Mwendelema for the Zambezi East constituency.
And Zambezi District Electoral Officer, Biggie Chanda commended all candidates for adhering to the electoral code of conduct, noting that the atmosphere at the various nomination centers remained peaceful with no incidents of conflict recorded.
