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Director Micheal Bay brings the third installment of Transformers ,Dark of the Moon.
The movie starts with the war between the Autobots(good guys) and the Decepticons(bad guys) , on the mechanical planet of Cybertron , at its climax. In a last stitch effort to save their planet, the leader of the Autobots tries to escape in a ship with some precious cargo, but crashes on the moon.
Decades later , the Autobots find out the humans never told them about the ship on the moon and its cargo , the Decepticons also find out about it and a battle to save Earth ensues .
Shia Labeouf(Sam witwicky) displayed some good acting , I was impressed by his frustrations with getting no recognition for his achievements. The pain when he is interviewed for a mailroom job, but declares he has saved the world twice is a genuine moment of humanity. And him feeling like he has to compete with his girl friend’s rich boss Dylan( Patrick Dempsey)
PRO’S
The opening scenes about the “truth” about the US/Russian space race were awesome. They get you hook to the movie from the beginning.
The action sequences were extraordinary, brilliant visual effects really brought the scenes to life.
The robots felt more like characters than in the previous films. Especially with the betrayal of one of the Autobots ,you could feel the emotion (…that’s if robots have feelings)
The ending scenes in which, Chicago was turned into a war zone, were spectacular .
The inclusion of a human working with the Decepticons was a good twist.
CON’S
There should have been stronger dialog between Optimus Prime and Sentinal Prime.
The inclusion of Carly , played by Victoria Secret model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley , was not necessary , yes her character was entertaining , but she was just there for ‘eye candy’
CONCLUSION
In my opinion this is not only the best Transformers movie , but the best of this year’s summer movies!
The visual effects were simply stupendous! The transformations were clearer and more realistic. The story line was thrilling and you couldn’t guess what would happen next.
FAVORITE QUOTES
Optimus Prime: “You may lose your faith in us, but never in yourselves.”
Optimus Prime: “Everything humans know of our planet we were told had been shared.”
Simmons: “Years from now there are gonna ask… ‘where were you when they took over the
UNITED Liberal Party (ULP) president Sakwiba Sikota has said MMD Parliamentary chief whip Vernon Mwaanga’s analysis on the most possible outcome of the 2011 presidential elections indicating that President Rupiah Banda will win the presidency with a wide margin reflects his accuracy in the previous elections.
Mr Sikota said Mr Mwaanga’s statement should be taken seriously and that people who had followed his analyses in the past would agree that all his projections had come to pass.
Mr Mwaanga, during a media briefing at his residence on Thursday said President Banda was set to win with a higher margin than in the previous election on account of the gains he had made in Lusaka and Copperbelt provinces that had resulted from the positive MMD Government’s poverty alleviation policies.
Mr Sikota said the analysis should serve as a wake-up call to the opposition parties to work extra hard although it was too late.
He said Mr Mwaanga’s honest opinion stems from the fact that he made it clear that some areas would be scooped by the opposition unlike other analyses which make blanket statements that a particular party would lead everywhere in the country.
“Zambians should look at the past record of Mr Mwaanga in producing these analyses. It would be folly to ignore and dismiss Mr Mwaanga’s predictions.
“What is refreshing is that he does it honestly by admitting where his party will lose,” Mr Sikota said.
He said experience in politics and his track record as a political analyst made Mr Mwaanga one of the best people to give guidance in terms of how the political parties were performing in their campaigns.
[pullquote]“Zambians should look at the past record of Mr Mwaanga in producing these analyses. It would be folly to ignore and dismiss Mr Mwaanga’s predictions.
“What is refreshing is that he does it honestly by admitting where his party will lose,” Mr Sikota said.[/pullquote]
Mr Mwaanga, in his analysis, said United Party for National Development (UPND) was likely to retain Southern Province with President Banda emerging in second position just like in Lusaka and the Copperbelt provinces which would be won by Patriotic Front (PF) president Michael Sata with Mr Banda coming on a strong second.
The veteran politician said he had always produced analyses before elections and that all the final results of his statements had been in line with his predictions while the ones produced by The Post Newspaper had always been wrong, including the one done in 2006.
He said President Banda would win with run-away margins in Eastern, Western, North-Western and Central provinces where Mr Sata would come in a distant third, to make him a big loser.
He predicted that Mr Sata would only come second in Eastern Province.
Mr Mwaanga said on the Copperbelt, President Banda would be second only in the urban areas but would win in the rural parts of the province.
He said in the Bemba-speaking areas of Northern Province, Mr Sata was expected to win but would lose in all non-Bemba speaking areas such as Chimbamilonga, Senga Hill, Isoka East and West, Nakonde, Mpulungu, Kaputa and surrounding areas.
Mr Sata would win in Luapula Province by a small margin but the race would be tight against President Banda because of the gains he had recorded in the area.
He said President Banda’s rise in popularity had resulted from the schools, hospitals, clinics and roads which were being ignored by opposition politicians and yet people in the rural areas were able to see them.
Mr Mwaanga said Mr Hichilema would emerge second to President Banda in Western and North-Western provinces.
Information and Broadcasting Services Deputy Minister Angela Cifire
Luangeni Member of Parliament Angela Cifire says youth empowerment as an integral tool for fighting poverty and unemployment in the country.
Ms Cifire, who is also Information and Broadcasting Service deputy minister, said it was for this reason that government developed a Youth Fund to act as vehicle for promoting enterprise development and self reliance for the youths.
The MP was speaking during the handover of cheques to various youth groups in Luangeni Constituency yesterday.
Ms Cifire explained that government has since released K 5billion to enable young people access the funds as empowerment fund to contribute to job and
wealth creation in the country.
She implored youths to form organisations and come up with viable projects that can be funded from the K 5 billion that government has released.
And speaking at the same function on behalf of other recipients, Nyama-Bende Young Farmers Club chairperson, Khuzyo Zulu praised government for setting aside K5 billion to empower the youths through the empowerment fund.
Mr Zulu assured Ms Cifire that all the beneficiaries will use the funds according to their respective business proposals.
He explained that the beneficiary clubs are engaged in various income generating activities arranging from gardening to livestock rearing enterprises among many others.
Government says it acknowledges that inadequate finances is a major operational challenge for the National Arts Association of Zambia ( NATAAZ).
Lusaka Province Permanent Secretary Daniel Bowasi however said government through collaborative efforts will work out a mechanism that will increase the budgetary allocation for NATAAZ activities in the province.
Mr. Bowasi was speaking in Chongwe yesterday during the National Arts Association of Zambia (NATAAZ) Lusaka Province junior Performing arts festival.
He said all efforts must be put in place in order to ensure that all technical capacity of the participants are developed into tangible results.
The Permanent Secretary said government is working very hard to try and see how the creative industry is developed so as to contribute to the GDP of the country.
He implored all the teachers and pupils to link NATAAZ with Education Broadcasting Services.
He said the consistency in hosting NATAAZ is an assurance to government that the Association has the capacity to sustain the emerging challenges in the creative arts of the province.
Mr. Bowasi further commended the committee for the achievements in 2010, saying they have performed all activities with pride.
He said the achievements are a clear indication of what commitment and good leadership can achieve.
Mr. Bowasi pointed out that government has put in place a legal frame work which is conducive for the development of the arts in the country.
And Provincial Education officer for Lusaka Alice Nzala urged all the participants to aim higher that last year at the national NATAAZ festival.
She said discipline is key and a Pillar in the attainment of set goals in the creative arts
Renowned Congo DR musician Mbiliu Lukombe Managu alias ' Bilia Bel
A renowned Congo DR musician Mbiliu Lukombe Managu alias ‘ Bilia Bel ‘ over the weekend visited the funeral House of late President Fredrick Chiluba in Kabulonga to pay her last respects.
The renowned rhumba maestro was accompanied by her dancing queens and local Disc jockey cum musician Suke Chile and at the funeral house at about 103:0 hours where she encouraged Mrs Chiluba to look to God for strength in this trying times.
She said the untimely death of the former President had greatly touched a number of Congolese musicians and the entire neighbouring nation as a whole.
Ms Mboyo who spoke in French said Zambia has lost yet another great leader who should be remembered not only to Zambians but the entire Africa and the world over.
She said the late President Chiluba was a true democrat who brought peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo and may African nations adding that Zambia has lost a pillar of democracy.
Ms Mboyo further stated that although late president Dr Fredrick Chiluba is gone, many people will remember him for great works he has done for Zambia and many African Countries.
The musician is in the country at the invitation of the Tourism Board of Zambia ( TBZ ) to mark the organisation’s new image launch last evening. She however insisted to visit the funeral house before leaving the country.
The Board’s Public Relations Manager Caristo Chitamfya also attended.
Ms Mboyo who spoke in French said Zambia has lost yet another great leader who should be remembered not only to Zambians but the entire Africa and the world over.
She encouraged the widow Regina Chiluba to look up to God in this trying moment and have courage to soldier on with life and looking after the orphans of the late President.
She said the late President Chiluba was a true democrat who brought peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo and may African nations adding that Zambia has lost a pillar of democracy.
Ms Mboyo further stated that although late president Dr Fredrick Chiluba is gone, many people will remember him for great works he has done for Zambia and many African Countries.
President Rupiah Banda has paid glowing tribute all hard working Zambians who have worked tirelessly to build the country in which millions of Zambians can be proud.
On the eve of the Heroes Day and Unity Day, President Banda said Zambia is a role for the world securing on its own independence and determine its future.
” Today, our young people, who make up 68 percent of our population, can look to the futures which are full of possibility,” the President said.
President Banda said this in a statement obtained by ZANIS to mark the eve of the Heroes and Unity Day celebrations signed by his Special Assistant for Press and Public Relations Dickson Jere.
He said Zambians have their ancestors to thank for the opportunity to work and earn a living, to benefit from good education and healthcare, and to enjoy a peaceful society.
Celebrated each year as a national holiday, the two days mark the successes and challenges Zambia has faced in its years since independence, in becoming a place that prizes the values of freedom, security and stability for all people.
President Banda added: “Our past achievements in building a united nation founded on co-operation and mutual support will always be at the heart of what makes Zambia great.
” We must never forget the people – young and old, past or present – who have played a part in making us what we are today.”
ZANIS
National Revolution Party ( NRP ) president Cosmo Mumba has wished his embattled former Secretary General Kelly Walubita Junior success in his political career.
Speaking in an interview with ZANIS in Lusaka today, Dr. Mumba said the resignation of Mr. Walubita Jr from his party was ” a blessing in disguise” as it has given his NRP party time to prepare for the forth coming tripartite elections.
Dr. Mumba who revealed to ZANIS he was now feeling well and has thus been discharged from UTH said the NRP national executive was not shakened by Mr. Walubita Jr’s move saying the party can only wish its former Secretary General success in his political career.
Mr. Walubita Jr. yesterday announced his resignation from the opposition party which he said has no direction.
He commended his former party President Dr. Mumba for working with him during the period he worked he party as a Secretary General.
Mr. Walubita has since defected to the New Generation Party (NGP) under Humphrey Siulapwa.
“I wish to announce my resignation from the National Revolution Party to join the New Generation Party because the later has no direction and I wish to thank Dr Mumba for appointing me to serve in his party,” said Walubita.
He accused Dr Mumba of not being democratic claiming that he has intention of joining and supporting Patriotic Front (PF) leader Michael Sata.
And New Generation Party President Humphrey Siulapwa has welcomed the former NRP secretary general into his party.
Mr. Siulapwa told ZANIS in an interview that his party is open to all well meaning Zambians who want to make a contribution in politics through his party.
Mr. Walubita said his party is willing to work with all Zambians to ensure that there is development in the country.
Meanwhile, Walubita Junior has appealed to the MMD to conduct a forensic political analysis and be on the outlook for turn coats who are supporting Rupiah Banda.
Mr. Walubita’s sentiment follows former UPND Copperbelt chairperson Luckswell Mututwa’ U-turn to rally behind President Banda when he was in the forefront opposing the ruling part and undermining its leadership.
He said Mr. Mututwa wants favour from the MMD so that the MMD adopt his son, Charles who is contesting the Senanga Central seat on the ruling party’s ticket.
The former NRP-secretary general said the forensic political analysis once conducted will help the MMD to distinguish true blue people and those pretending to be rallying behind them.
And Mr. Walubita has predicted victory for President Banda in this year’s election.
He said the opposition parties are not united and this will give the ruling party a 100% win come election date.
He commended President Banda for his achievements in the two-year period and urged the Zambians to give him a full mandate in this year’s tripartite election up to 2016.
The mayor of Davao City in the southern Philippines, repeatedly punched the court official, Abe Andres, in the face after he refused to delay the demolition of a shanty compound. The mayor’s actions were filmed by a TV crew and shown on national television. She later arranged for thttp://www.lusakatimes.com/he sheriff to be taken to hospital for treatment.
Mayor Sara Duterte said she is prepared to face charges as a result of Friday’s punching incident involving her and a court sheriff. She faced the media on Saturday as she reported for work amid heavy rains to attend to the needs of her constituents.
“My lawyers will take care of the charges, cases that will be filed,” she said. “I got frustrated with him. What’s the point of all the planning for the demolition if our plans won’t push through?”
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The Confederation of African football has appointed Kalusha Bwalya will head its football sub-committee.
Kalusha who was elected as a Caf executive committee member in February will also sit of two other Caf sub-committees.
He is also a member of the Caf African Nations Championship tournament organizing committee and will be vice president of the Caf Technical committee.
And three of Kalusha’s Faz officials have also received appoints in the Caf sub-committees.
Faz general secretary George Kasengele will serve as a member of the Caf Inter-club Committee while Faz vice president Bonny Mwamelo will sit on both the Caf Audit and Finance committees.
Faz communications officer Erick Mwanza has been appointed as a member of the Caf Media committee.
File: Maize that has been purchased from farmers waiting to be transported to sheds by the Food Reserve Agency
Monze District Commissioner Joyce Nondo has expressed her worry over the inadequate storage sheds which are overwhelmed by the bumper harvest in the District.
Mrs.Nondo said that government was however doing everything possible to address the situation to ensure that the produce is safeguarded from adverse weather conditions that may prevail due to climate changes being experienced worldwide.
The District Commissioner was speaking during the District agriculture and commercial show held at Monze Central Farm block yesterday.
The show was held under the theme : “Shaping tomorrow’s world through technology and natural resources,” held at Monze Central Farm block yesterday.
Mrs.Nondo said that due to technologies aimed at improving farming methods for sustainable and improved production; Monze District had achieved a significant increase of 15 percent in maize production this year.
She attributed the increased production of maize which had resulted into another bumper harvest to the increased number of beneficiaries from the Government supported inputs through the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP) during the previous allocation.
Mrs.Nondo said that Government increased the allocation of inputs to Monze District from 15,740 beneficiaries during the 2009/2010 season to 25,350 beneficiary’s packs which represented 83 percent increase during the 2010/2011 farming season.
She said that this had resulted in a bumper harvest of an estimated crop yield to 3,500,000 by 50 kg bags from 2,500,000 by 50 kg bags of white grain maize representing 15 percent significant increase of maize production in the District.
Mrs.Nondo said that it was due to this significant increase in maize production that the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) was expected to purchase 819,000 by 50 kg bags of white maize grain in Monze during this year’s ongoing marketing season.
She said that Government had created an enabling environment for maize and other crops through FRA in order to boost development of the agricultural sector.
She added that through increased purchasing of maize by FRA, farmers will have adequate incomes that will sustain their livelihoods and contribute to increased food security both at household level and national level.
“Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up”
(Proverbs 12:25, NLT)
TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria
When you see someone who is struggling, a co-worker who is discouraged, a friend who is not up to par, how do you respond? Our words can be what keeps a person going; our compliments can put a spring back into their step. Now more than ever, we need to automatically let the encouragement flow. We need to tell others how much we love them, how we value them, and tell them that they are talented and creative. Always remember, with your words you carry life-giving water. You carry hope, healing, encouragement and new beginnings, and you can pour it out everywhere you go.
Today, choose to speak encouragement. Choose to speak victory and faith. Instead of telling people what they’re doing wrong, instead of pointing out all their faults, find what they are doing right. Focus on the good. There are already enough critical, judgmental people in the world. Let’s be people who lift up others and restore them. Let’s be the light of Jesus in the world.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father God, thank You for speaking through me. Thank You for using me to be a blessing to others. Thank You for encouraging my heart as I find ways to encourage the people around me. I love You and bless Your holy Name. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Chongwe Member of Parliament Sylvia Masebo and dozens of MMD members have officially defected to the opposition patriotic front.
Ms. Masebo who was flanked by indunas of chieftainess Nkomeshya Mukamambo announcing her defection to the PF at a mammoth rally held in Chongwe yesterday.
The parliamentarian says he she is relieved by joining the opposition political party adding that the leadership of president Rupiah Banda has lost direction.
She has also charged that president Banda is cheating the Zambian people by claiming to have delivered development since assuming office in 2008.
And Ms. Masebo has castigated the MMD for allegedly carrying political propaganda against PF leader Michael Sata.
Among the people who attended the rally was Chief Chimnuka of Chinsali, former health minister Nkandu Luo, former Lusaka province permanent secretary Susan Sikaneta and various PF members of parliament.
And receiving the defectors, PF leader Michael Sata said Ms. Masebo has made the right decision to join the PF.
PRESIDENT Banda says the US$2.5 billion (about K12trillion) in national reserves is a sign that Zambia’s economy is growing.
Mr Banda said Government will remain committed to ensuring that Zambia becomes a middle-income country by 2014.
“This country’s macro economy is growing so fast.
Believe me, we are headed to be a developed country by 2030 and all this is anchored on the Vision 2030,” Mr Banda said.
The President said this in a speech read on his behalf by Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Felix Mutati during a dinner for exhibitors at this year’s Zambia International Trade Fair (ZITF) at Savoy Hotel in Ndola on Friday.
Mr Banda said the private sector has continued to register growth because of the strong economy.
He said jobs are not best created by Government but by the private sector.
“When I was touring stands at the fair, Chilanga Cement announced to me that they are increasing their production by almost 50 percent and I ran out of words because something serious must be happening in this country,” Mr Banda said.
The President has since urged Zambians to ensure that this year’s general elections are held in a peaceful manner for the country to continue registering growth in the economy.
Mr Banda said because of economic growth, Zambia has been rated as one of the top 10 performers globally.
He said Government has embarked on infrastructure development because of the good economic performance.
“In my inauguration speech in 2008, I affirmed my commitment to infrastructure development and before the end of the year, we will be witnessing the opening of the first international standard stadium just here in Ndola,” Mr Banda said.
He said he was informed by Minister of Works and Supply Gabriel Namulambe that another stadium is soon to be constructed in Lusaka.
“Maybe the reason why the Chipolopolo have not been qualifying for the World Cup is because of lack of a proper stadium but now they will have no excuse,” he said, jokingly.
Mr Banda said it is not fair for people to think that the development projects that Government has embarked on are campaign strategies when everyone is benefitting.
The President said Government does not want anyone to suffer and that is why it is empowering people with loans and houses.
“Just today, I almost shed tears at ZAFFICCO when a Mr Musonda told me that he will die a happy man because he will actually be a landlord and not a tenant,” he said.
Mr Banda urged Zambian exhibitors at the Trade Fair, especially small and medium entrepreneurs, to dream big.
Meanwhile, President Banda says Government is committed to alleviating poverty in the country.
Mr Banda said Government is ready to fight poverty through many programmes it is running countrywide.
“We need to have confidence in ourselves, do not listen to doom speakers saying we have failed to address poverty in the country when we are doing our level best to fight poverty,” Mr Banda said.
The President was speaking in Ndola yesterday during a luncheon hosted by Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA) at Mukuba Hotel.
Mr Banda said he noticed that every Zambian has a desire to get out of poverty and Government will continue to put measures in place to eradicate poverty.
“Our desire is to see to it that every Zambian is out of poverty, we need to have good roads, modern airports and stadiums,” Mr Banda said.
And the President urged Zambians to use their votes ‘wisely’ during this year’s general elections.
Mr Banda said Zambians should also prove wrong people wishing violence in the country during the elections.
“Let’s prove them wrong by ensuring that we have peaceful elections, let Zambians decide who should be their leader,” Mr Banda said.
The President said elections should not divide the country and that the elections should be anchored on peace and unity.
And speaking earlier, PACRA board chairman William Nyirenda commended Government for introducing policies aimed at lowering the cost of doing business.
Mr Nyirenda said there is need for business people to be innovative and competitive.
He also said that PACRA has reduced the period in which it issues certificates. Mr Nyirenda said it now takes two days for a certificate to be issued.
He also said that PACRA will soon decentralise operations throughout the country.
Mr Nyirenda said the agency will work with councils to take the services closer to the people.
“Our goal is to have our services online so that things can be done easily and quickly,” Mr Nyirenda said.
Meanwhile, President Banda has urged local business entities to be innovative and partner with foreign investors in joint ventures.
Mr Banda said Government will also remain open to go into joint ventures with foreign investors looking for business in the country.
“Our support to the micro, small and medium entrepreneurs does not end with policy, we have gone a further step and put in place a preferential procurement scheme for companies which also makes joint ventures attractive,” Mr Banda said.
The President was speaking in Ndola yesterday during the official opening of this year’s 47th Zambia International Trade Fair (ZITF).
Mr Banda said the progress Zambia is making in all the sectors is as a result of hard work underpinned by the prudent economic and social policies implemented by Government.
The President said Zambia has made a lot of progress in economic and social welfare in the past years and that more work must be done in order to meet basic requirements.
He also said in order for Zambia to become an investment hub for the region, there is need not to neglect local investors.
“I would like to see the trade fair become an event where the Zambian entrepreneurs showcase their innovation in value addition,” Mr Banda said.
The President said government has since prioritised value addition with a focus on developing the micro, small and medium enterprises.
And Mr Banda said there is need for Zambian goods to become competitive in both quality and pricing.
He said Government is aware of the challenges faced by the private sector, which has constrained innovation and competitiveness.
The President said the current global economic environment demands for innovation and competitiveness, which can help to sustain economic growth of the country.
“My government is addressing some of the challenges by implementing policies and reforms aimed at reducing the cost of doing business and creating an enabling environment for competitiveness,” Mr Banda said.
The President also said the enactment of the Competition and Consumer Protection Act was meant to create an environment where competitiveness is guaranteed while protecting the welfare and rights of the consumer.
And Mr Banda said Government will continue to improve key infrastructure in the country.
He said in the next five years Government will invest heavily in the education sector.
Mr Banda also commended both local and foreign exhibitors at this year’s fair.
And speaking earlier, ZITF board chairman Phesto Musonda said this year’s fair attracted more foreign and local exhibitors compared to last year.
Mr Musonda said there is need for business people to be innovative and competitive if their businesses are to be successful.
He also urged both local and foreign exhibitors to consider joint ventures in order for their business to grow.
“The fair must help to establish joint ventures that can help to expand the business,” Mr Musonda said.
He also called for modernising of the trade fair stands through Private Public Partnership.
And Zesco Limited won the best overall exhibitor at the fair with Kenya also winning the international exhibitors ward.
Other companies that won awards include Kafubu Water and Sewerage Company, Ndola Lime, Necor, Zambeef and Silvia Catering Services, which won two awards Zanaco won the Best Exhibitor Award in the banking sector.
Chief governmment Spokesperson Lt. Gen. Ronnie Shikapwasha
Information and Broadcasting Services Minister Ronnie Shikapwasha has refuted the Law Association of Zambia ( LAZ )’s claims that the Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC ) is biased in the manner the national broadcaster disseminates news and general information to the general public.
Lieutenant General Shikapwasha said LAZ president Musa Mwenya has merely been against President Rupiah Banda and his administration for some time now.
He advised peace loving Zambians to stop listening to Mr Mwenya’s false claims.
The Government spokesperson said this yesterday when he responded to LAZ President on ZNBC who insinuated that the broadcasting station has become unbalanced and skewed towards only covering opinions and activities of the ruling Movement for Multiparty Democracy ( MMD ).
The Association stated that other political players are not given equal coverage adding that at times , ZNBC has also broadcasted libel and slander against MMD political foes.
Mr. Mwenye also alleged that ZNBC is in complete conflict with the law and contrary to the provision of the ZNBC act Chapter 154 of the laws of Zambia.
He has further accused ZNBC that it is currently operating without a board of directors, a thing he said compromises the entire operations of the institution.
The Evangelical fellowship of Zambia (EFZ) has called on all political stakeholders in the country to take an active role in ensuring that the forthcoming tripartite elections are free and fair.
EFZ Executive Director Rev. Pukuta Mwanza has also described the adherence levels of political parties to the electoral code of conduct as weak.
Rev. Mwanza says it is surprising that despite the electoral code of conduct streamlining how political stakeholders should conduct themselves in the run up to the polls, political players tend to ignore the provisions.
He noted that for the country to conduct free and transparent tripartite elections this year, stakeholders in the electoral system must show commitments in upholding provisions of the electoral code of conduct.
The religious leader pointed out that breach of the code of conduct is a recipe for the discontent that exists amongst political players when election results are announced.
He has since urged political players to make a difference by preaching peace and reconciliation as the general elections draw near.
[ QFM ]
