GIVE HH SPACE TO GOVERN – KAPINGA
…..Alliance says election support should not become pressure for jobs as it takes “Grow Zambia” message to the grassroots.
HH Mpaka 2031 People’s Alliance Secretary General Bill Kapinga has called on individuals who supported President Hakainde Hichilema to secure a second term to stop pressuring him for jobs and give the President space to govern.
Mr Kapinga says political support should not automatically translate into demands for government positions, arguing that those who helped during the election should allow the President to focus on running the country.
He says he is aware that some Permanent Secretaries and District Commissioners were working with the opposition, raising questions about the political loyalties of some officials within the administration.
Mr Kapinga says such concerns should not be used as a basis for individuals to pressure the President into making appointments to satisfy political expectations.
His comments come as the Alliance prepares to expand its activities across the country under its “Grow Zambia from the Ground Up” message.
The movement’s newly appointed Chairperson, Fabian C. Mutale, says the Alliance will not concentrate its activities in Lusaka but will take its message to districts, wards and villages.
Mr Mutale says the Alliance wants to engage ordinary Zambians directly and listen to their concerns, aspirations and expectations for their communities.
“We want to take the Alliance to the ground. Not just Lusaka, but to every district, every ward and every village,” Mr Mutale says.
He says the Alliance will hold engagements in markets, bus stations and farming communities as it seeks to build a grassroots movement around jobs, business, agriculture and the utilisation of Zambia’s natural resources.
Mr Mutale says the proposed agenda includes Youth Production Hubs in all 10 provinces, a Women in Business Fund linked to CDF and a Skills-to-Market programme.
He says young people should not only leave school with certificates but must have opportunities to use their skills productively.
“We must make sure that our young people do not only have certificates, but have opportunities,” he says.
Mr Mutale says Zambia has the land and resources to produce more of its own food and reduce dependence on imports, with irrigation farming identified as an area requiring greater attention.
He also wants greater value to be retained from Zambia’s mineral wealth, particularly copper, lithium and manganese, through increased local processing.
The Alliance is further proposing a **“One District, One Industry”** approach, which it says would create opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship within local communities.
Mr Mutale says the Alliance will also promote national unity and invite Zambians from different political backgrounds to participate in its activities.
He says the country needs a political culture that brings people together rather than divides them.
The Alliance plans to undertake provincial launch tours and publish its Grow Zambia Blueprint, while a convention for youths, women and persons with disabilities is also planned.
Mr Mutale has also paid tribute to the late founding chairperson, Kevin Soper, saying he was taking over a significant responsibility.
“I am stepping into huge shoes left by Mr Soper and I will ensure that my feet grow big and fit,” he says.
He says the chairmanship is not about personal recognition but a responsibility to serve.
“This is not a personal honour , it is a call to serve Zambia,” Mr Mutale says.
The Alliance has also appealed to the media to continue informing the public about its activities as it prepares to roll out its grassroots programme.
– Kumwesu | Sept 25, 2026