Chochise

Lumezi by-election results from 79 out of 88 Polling Stations officially counted:

UPND- 10,387
NCP-6,213
UPPZ-503
CF-502
Independent-490
LM-206

18 ,583 votes were casted, while 332 have been rejected as at 79 polling stations with a remainder of 9 polling stations.

IT IS WITH DEEP SORROW AND A HEAVY HEART THAT WE HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE PASSING ON, OF THE SIXTH PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA, HIS EXCELLENCY MR. EDGAR CHAGWA LUNGU, BY HIS FAMILY

WE THEREFORE WISH TO OFFICIALLY INFORM THE NATION, AND EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO HIS WIDOW AND FIRST LADY, MADAM ESTHER LUNGU, THE ENTIRE LUNGU FAMILY, THE PATRIOTIC FRONT PARTY, AND ALL ITS MEMBERS DURING THIS PROFOUNDLY DIFFICULT TIME.

AS AFRICANS, AND MORE SO AS CHRISTIANS, THIS MOMENT CALLS FOR SOLEMNITY, UNITY, AND AN OUTPOURING OF LOVE AND COMPASSION.

LET US COME TOGETHER AS ONE PEOPLE, ABOVE POLITICAL AFFILIATION OR PERSONAL CONVICTION, TO HONOUR THE LIFE OF A MAN WHO ONCE HELD THE HIGHEST OFFICE IN OUR LAND.

IN THE SPIRIT OF PATRIOTISM AND NATIONAL SOLIDARITY, WE URGE ALL CITIZENS TO OFFER SUPPORT AND RESPECT TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY, AND TO UPHOLD THE VALUES OF PEACE, DIGNITY, AND TOGETHERNESS THAT DEFINE US AS ZAMBIANS.

ORIGINAL SIGNED,

HAKAINDE HICHILEMA
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESIDENT HICHILEMA REITERATES ZAMBIA'S COMMITMENT TO AfCFTA DIGITAL TRADE PROTOCOL
Lusaka, Zambia - President Hakainde Hichilema has reaffirmed Zambia's unwavering commitment to implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade Protocol.
Speaking at the inaugural AfCFTA Digital Trade Forum, President Hichilema emphasized that Africa's progress depends on dismantling trade barriers and empowering local enterprises.
"The African continent's vast natural resources should fuel prosperity, not stagnation," President Hichilema stated. "As leaders, we are resolved to prioritize investment and raise the living standards of our people. Together, let's unlock Africa's potential and build a prosperous future."
Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Hon. Chipoka Mulenga, MP, added that the Digital Trade Forum is a key event for unpacking opportunities under the AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol, themed "Boosting Digital Trade to Accelerate AfCFTA Implementation."
AfCFTA Secretary-General, His Excellency Wamkele Mene, highlighted that the growth of digital trade in Africa will create new opportunities for businesses and foreign investors, citing the need for 700 new data centers and 1,000 MW of additional capacity to support high-quality digital operations.
The forum aims to build Africa's digital future, promote digital inclusion and shared prosperity, and secure investments in digital infrastructure and innovation.
Issued by:
Everness Nankala
Principal public relations Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry