BARELY a week after being released from prison, former Lumezi Member of Parliament Munir Zulu has announced that he will contest the Lusaka Central parliamentary seat currently held by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mulambo Haimbe.
Mr Zulu, who lost the Lumezi seat after being jailed last May, told Crown Television that one of the reasons he wants to contest the Lusaka Central seat is to teach the incumbent a “political lesson”.
“It’s a confirmation that I will be vying for the Lusaka Central seat to challenge Mulambo Haimbe in particular, for so many reasons I cannot explain,” the outspoken 38-year-old said.
With less than six months before the general elections, Mr Zulu said he will soon launch his campaigns as he seeks to wrestle the seat from Mr Haimbe, a State Counsel.
“I will be launching my campaign for Lusaka Central in the next few days because Lumezi gave it to me. I have never lost an election. They grabbed it from me, so now I want to go for Mulambo Haimbe and teach him politics,” Mr Zulu said.
In 2021, Mr Zulu, who stood as an independent candidate in Lumezi, won the seat with 11,929 votes against his closest rival, Patriotic Front’s Pilila Jere, who garnered 10,471 votes, while the United Party for National Development’s Macdonald Phiri came third with 4,386 votes.
Mr Zulu was released from jail on Saturday after serving an 18-month prison sentence for seditious practices.
He had concurrently served a one-year jail term for libel and another nine-month suspended sentence, also for seditious practices.
Meanwhile, Balwin Phiri, popularly known as BJ, has also announced his intention to stand as an independent candidate for the Lusaka Central Constituency in the forthcoming general elections.
Mr Phiri said Lusaka Central deserves committed leadership that listens, unites and works tirelessly for the development and well-being of the people.
“I step forward with a vision of progress, accountability and inclusive growth for our constituency, guided by the interests of the people above all else.
“As an independent candidate, my commitment is to serve the people of Lusaka Central with integrity, fairness and a voice that represents the community without fear or favour,” he said.
Mr Phiri said that by working with residents, he will help build a stronger community, expand opportunities for the youth, support local businesses and ensure that the voices of residents are effectively represented.
“I humbly ask for your support, guidance and prayers as we embark on this journey together,” he said.
(Mwebantu, Tuesday, 10th March, 2026)
Go at it convict. This boy
The last time someone spent time in prison, he became president. Eko usulile, ekopa noko.
REJECT TRIBALISM, CORRUPTION AND OPPRESSION.
VOTE FOR CHANGE IN AUGUST.
MUNYAULE DEALER WA GOLD.
I am glad you have given up your intention of leaving the country. Honestly speaking, why running away from an innocent person. You have already served your sentence and you are now a free man. All the best for your Lusaka seat ambitions but ukose boy. Malambo Haimbe may not be a push over.
I don’t see any respectable and serious party adopting Munir Zulu. He’s going to run as an independent candidate again. He’s toxic, damaged goods.
Some things don’t just add up about this boy.
It is true Prison is not a Good Place…
The Young Man is now Confused…
A few days ago, he told the Nation that that he Was GOING TO LEAVE THE COUNTRY UNTIL HH IS OUT OF STATE HOUSE, TODAY ATI, I WANT TO TEACH HAIMBE A LESSON…
Tell us your intentions not if you ifya kusabailia sabaila…
Well, people of Lusaka Central here you are! The first thing that comes to mind is, what does he think of the people of Lusaka Central constituency for him to offer himself as a candidate?
Mr. Munir Zulu is highly toxic like the radio active Polonium. Honestly, who would want to have him for an MP? His friend, Mr. Binwell Mpundu, has done well not to contest the coming elections and Mr. Emmanuel Jay Jay Banda is a fugitive from justice.
These are really characters who subtract from the dignity of the National Assembly and cheapen our politics. However, the final decision is with Lusaka Central constituency. Chose wisely or you may be lumbered with someone who spends valuable time picking unnecessary fights instead of serving those who elected him. Even from his statement of intention, you can see that he is standing in Lusaka Central not to serve the people but to teach Mr. Haimbe a lesson. Is that why we contest elections? To settle personal scores?
Very immature indeed.
So far TWO PROMISES in a space of three days. By the end of the month, it will be 15 promises.
1. Day One: I will leave the country till HH leaves the throne
2. Day Two: I will stand for MP in Lusaka Central Constituency
3. Day Three: Loading………………..by the end of the day……………?????##$#
Day Three: He will be telling us he will be standing as a presidential candidate so he can teach HH a political lesson. Serious incorrigibility at play.
This boy may go right back in, because of seeking attraction he’s going to do or say something abhorrent and he’s going to br in trouble, watch the space
Give us your educational background kaili. You seem to lack of the necessary semblance of basic wisdom. I doubt your sanity
Is he going to debate from prison? Because that’s where he will.end up.