AM NOT RECONTESTING THE PETAUKE SEAT- DORA SILIYA
Dr Dora Siliya writes…
Since Christmas day, there’s been a lot of speculation about my possible candidature for the Petauke Central by-election.
It has been very humbling to read all the wonderful messages sent directly to me from all over Zambia and beyond, encouraging me to contest again.
I am particularly humbled by the show of support from the UPND, a gesture I don’t take for granted.
Petauke Central has been very special to me after serving diligently since 2006. The record will show how many roads, bridges, schools, clinics, and hospitals were built. Under the water for all, hundreds of boreholes were sunk. Working with NGOs, women, and children’s safety was also brought to the fore. Our agenda was always to improve the lives of the Petauke residents through clean and adequate water supply, food security, increased access to education and health, family responsibility, and private sector expansion.
You will recall that since 2021, I have not been active in politics. Thus, on 30th August 2024, the day of my book launch, I informed the nation, through Hot FM radio that, if there were a by-election in Petauke Central, my name would not be on the ballot due to other priorities.
My name will not be on the ballot on 6th February 2025. I remain indebted to the people of Petauke Central with whom I worked well.
I have trust that as they go to the polls, Petauke voters, such as myself, will consider seriously the lack of representation the past months and elect a suitable candidate to benefit from the national cake.
I will continue to champion development issues for Petauke and the nation as a whole. As we enter the New Year, I will also continue to consult with the people of Eastern Province on how best we can engage all stakeholders on development issues now and into the future.
Happy New Year & Remain blessed!
This is being principled. I commend her on this one.
My sentiments exactly…
Very wise decision.This will pave way for others
To participate.let her be an example for others
To emulate as life is beyond politics.
That’s the spirit…..other people should lead.
She is just avoiding boarding the Titanic.
Very clever lady.
Vote wisely in 2026.
Well if that is the case…still good on her. She heard our cry…No more recycled politicians who only have their body parts to show what they achieved while in office. We need to see achievement change the lives of people in constituencies not the size of their homes, cars and body parts.
Looks like you took half your meds today…Happy New Year! Keep taking your meds and I will have a job lined up for you in my orchard…..kikikiki instead of writing nonsense.
You need a slap
Good move ba Dora, I can even call you; Hon. Dora Silica. A good name is better than riches, better to retire and maintain your dignity and integrity, you are a mature and principled person.
Why do people call this monstrous women “Dr”
Dr of what …..bull sh1t.
This one is a bed warmer for PF
A wise decision Dr. Siliya. You have saved UPND from making an ass of themselves.
I hope Mr. Mweetwa has gotten the message loud and clear. Dr. Siliya is not playing the numbers game.
Ba JMC isnt it why Phiri political advisor is in the Eastern Province. Part of the Search team…tea leaves some time tell a story. Anyway let me not be part of the Ambassador of lies troupe and circus of misinformation. Wait and see….zeee