ECZ SETS CAMPAIGN TIMETABLE
The Electoral Commission of Zambia –ECZ- says it has developed a campaign timetable for all political parties taking part in the 2026 General Election at constituency level.
ECZ Corporate Affairs Manager PATRICIA LUHANGA says the campaign timetables are intended to provide a fair and equal platform for all candidates participating in the August 13 General Election.
Ms. LUHANGA disclosed in a statement to ZNBC News that presidential candidates will be expected to align their campaign programmes with schedules prepared in respective constituencies and districts.
She said the arrangement follows agreements reached with stakeholders during a meeting held in April.
Now all those who were complaining about being denied the chance to hold rallies will have their opportunity. If they are denied holding rallies, then they would have a legitimate complaint.
After elections, we are not expected to be in perpetual campaign mode. We need to let whoever forms government focus on the development agenda of our country and not be distracted by campaign noise from the opposition. Of course they are free to provide meaningful checks and balances within the confines of the law.
The window for campaign rallies is upon us.