“MARKY 2” BRIEFLY DETAINED AFTER ENGAGING EX-MINERS OVER UNPAID PENSIONS.
BY: AUGUSTINE KAPAMBWE
Aspiring Member of Parliament for Nchanga, Mulaza Kaira, has disclosed that he was briefly arrested after meeting a group of ex-miners who have not received their full pensions since 2020.
Mr. Mulaza Kaira, aspiring Member of Parliament for Nchanga, said the meeting was aimed at engaging the former miners and understanding their concerns rather than making political promises.
Mr. Kaira said the ex-miners had sacrificed their strength and labour in building the nation but continue to face challenges in accessing their rightful pension benefits.
He said his intention was to assure the affected miners that their concerns are acknowledged and that their voices would not be silenced despite the challenges they face.
Mr. Kaira said although he may not be in a position to immediately resolve their grievances, he remains committed to advocating for justice and amplifying their plight.
He said he has since been released and expressed gratitude to members of the public who showed concern and solidarity during the incident.
Mr. Kaira said the matter goes beyond individual interests, stressing that it is about restoring dignity to ex-miners who have been neglected for years.
He has since noted that leadership should be anchored on service and a commitment to addressing the needs of the people.
Why do we still use draconian laws? This is sad that we still have these laws under this UPND govt which impedes civic engagements. We cannot have citizens being arrested at every turn when they interact with each other on matters of their welfare. HH & UPND govt, aikona man!!!
Why is an aspiring candidate using this to solve an administrative issue? With “todays” kind of journalism. Was this the real reason for the meeting or like in the Mundubile arrest; spin is being added to an illegal meeting. The law is very clear. Want to gather. Get a permit. Why do we think we can circumvent the law and think that when we then get into office. The same laws will not apply? The law applies regardless.
Mr. Kaira held a meeting without following the law. And by meeting these ex-miners, an administrative matter is then turned political?
This is not about UPND or HH again. These must be a reason why these miners are not getting paid. Using politicans weakens institutions. This is why the courts are there…
Ba Kira; remember what happened to you in Namibia? You were arrested there. Why? You failed to follow the law….you aspire to be an MP. Even at that point. You will be expected to follow the law. Stop trying to emulate failures like Munri Zulu whose arrogance has brought themselves…being a musical “star” wont guaratee a seat. Follow the law. Stop using an administrative matter for political mileage