Hichilema Has Worked, 2026 “Ni Sonta Epo Wabomba” – Mwaliteta

UPND Lusaka Province Chairperson Obvious Mwaliteta says President Hakainde Hichilema’s performance in office has left the ruling party with a simple campaign message ahead of the 2026 general elections.

Mwaliteta said there is little left to promise voters, arguing that the focus will be on showcasing results under the current administration.

He said this during the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) pre-screening exercise for presidential supporters held in Lusaka, where 100 supporters participated in support of President Hichilema.

Mwaliteta said the turnout reflected strong confidence in the President’s leadership, adding that the numbers would have been higher if space had allowed.

“I want to confirm to you that Lusaka Province has managed to bring 100 supporters… and I wish the number was more than 100 so that we can accommodate even about 500,” he said.

He said the party is confident of victory in the August 13, 2026 elections, citing growing support across the province.

“This is the indication to show you that the President is set for victory. Come 13th August 2026, we are prepared, we have been prepared,” he said.

Mwaliteta further said President Hichilema’s track record has made campaigning easier for the ruling party, stating that the message will largely focus on achievements.

“We want to thank the President for having made this campaign for 2026 very easy for UPND because this man has worked. He has worked, so there is nothing more to talk about,” he said.

He added that the campaign will rely on a performance-based message rather than new promises.

“There’s nothing to talk about any promise, we are just going to do ‘Sonta Epo Wabomba,’ like our colleagues used to say,” he said.

Mwaliteta also expressed confidence that the party will mobilize even larger numbers during the nomination period, claiming support in Lusaka Province will continue to grow.