People won’t vote for you if you’ve not performed – Fr Musonda

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PEOPLE won’t vote for you if you haven’t performed, they’ll replace you with another person, says Catholic Priest Fr Matthews Musonda.

During his homily, Friday, Fr Musonda said those entrusted with the responsibility to work on behalf of people failed to perform because their mind was focused on kickbacks.

“Paul [in the Bible] was convinced of the work that he did because he was entrusted in this work and he thought he had done his best.

So if we see 2nd Timothy 4, we see that Paul always reminds us that he has done his part, now it’s time for him to go and receive the prize because he did his best.

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MAKEBI ZULU CALLS FOR UNITY TO RESTORE ZAMBIA’S PROSPERITY

Prominent Lawyer and Patriotic Front (PF) Presidential Contender Makebi Zulu says it is possible to make Zambia prosperous again. 

Speaking in Lusaka during his discussions with Mulenga Kapwepwe on Sunday, Mr Zulu described Ms Kapwepwe as one of the country’s most distinguished female leaders. 

He highlighted that she has effectively played her role in ensuring the country thrives, particularly in the fields of art and literature. 

Mr Zulu observed that, like most stakeholders his team has engaged with since his return to Zambia from South Africa, she too believes that unity among opposition members is essential to building a Zambia that benefits everyone. 

He affirmed that his team will continue to engage all stakeholders in the pursuit of the much-needed unity of purpose that our fellow citizens expect from us politicians.

AFTER CHINGOLA CHAOS, KANEMA URGES PRESIDENT HICHILEMA TO DISMISS MINISTERS

Upnd youth chairman north western province Bruce Kanema shared…….

May I express my disappointment at the unruly,disrespectful and treasonous behaviour of the so called jarabos in chiwempala of chingola District.

In other countries, today we could have witnessed bloodshed of such disrespectful characters.

However, all I may wish to ask is  whether chingola has the intelligence or not and what happened to our President and state house intelligence?

By subjecting the President’s life to a dangerous ground, let me suggest that we need to see many people being fired including three ministers.

In the midst of grievances any any kind, youths must not be used to throw stones at the President, more especially that he came to the aid of those who have list the business at the market place.

Finally, let the law take its course otherwise that behaviour may spread to others parts of the country where youths may assume that, such actions of throwing stones at the Head os state are the best way to air their grievances.

Let there be a serious clean up starting from certain leaders were involved in the so black mountains up to the so called jarabos.

Otherwise am very disappointed because such stones were last seen when upnd was in opposition.

Regards

Bruce Kanema
Upnd youth chairman north western province.

🇿🇲 OPINION | Chingola Incident Demands Answers on Presidential Security Readiness

When stones were thrown at the Head of State during his visit to Chiwempala in Chingola, the nation witnessed an incident that should concern every citizen. What was expected to be a routine engagement turned into a moment of danger for the President and for the people who had gathered peacefully.

Such a breach does not happen in isolation. It happens when intelligence fails, when planning weakens, and when security structures relax at the most critical moment. The question that now stands before the country is straightforward: how did this happen?

Presidential movements are guided by strict protocols. The work of intelligence, police, and advance security teams is to anticipate and neutralize threats long before the President arrives. That is why this incident raises serious concerns. A lapse of this scale suggests that something broke down in the chain of command; from those who plan security assessments to those who implement them on the ground.

This is not a matter for political point-scoring. It is a national security issue. It deserves a transparent investigation that examines every level of responsibility. The public deserves to know whether those tasked with protecting the highest office carried out their duties with discipline and competence.

Accountability must start at the top. Officials responsible for intelligence assessments, provincial coordination, and crowd management must answer for what went wrong. It is neither fair nor acceptable for the same structures that failed to continue operating without scrutiny. Protecting the President is not a ceremonial obligation. It is a constitutional duty that safeguards the stability of the Republic.

This incident should serve as a wake-up call. Zambia cannot afford indifference within security and intelligence systems. A breach against the President’s security is a breach against the nation itself. Strengthening these systems is the only way to restore confidence and ensure that the country’s leadership remains safe and secure.

📜 Submitted by Mweemba Chuulu, University of Zambia Law Student

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WE ARE PROUD POLICE DID NOT OPEN FIRE IN CHINGOLA – STATE HOUSE

State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka says President Hakainde Hichilema endured bullets, stones, and teargas during his time in opposition suffering that must never be repeated.

“Now that citizens have elected him, some criminals want to continue that abuse? No. These are the last kicks of a dying horse,” Hamasaka said, commending security officers for opening fire.

He added that the President’s visit to Chiwempala was a last-minute decision to meet people who had lost their livelihoods, a change he fully takes responsibility for.

“There will be law and order,” Hamasaka said. “Peace is what Zambians voted for, and peace is what this President continues to deliver.”

Clayson Hamasaka writes:
…When he was in opposition, bullets sang past him, stones found his shoulders, and teargas turned his house into a choking night.  The brutal attacks that were suffered by the first family can never be repeated….

When he was in opposition, bullets sang past him, stones found his shoulders, and teargas turned his house into a choking night. 

The brutal attacks that were suffered by the first family can never be repeated.

And now, having been elected by citizens into the highest office, some criminals want to continue that abuse against our President? No.

These are the last sad kicks of a dying horse.

Zambians will not permit it. I am proud of the security services for their great conduct. We are now a country of peace. We will NEVER go back to the division and violence of the PF.

Today, our schedule did not originally include Chiwempala but the President himself insisted on visiting the people who had lost their livelihoods. I take full responsibility for this last-minute change of plan.

But let us be clear. We will not sit idly by, there shall be law and order, but peace is what we voted for and peace is what this President has delivered.

Clayson Hamasaka

 EXPLAINER | What Really Happened in Chingola and Why the Reactions Matter

A violent disturbance in Chingola on Saturday escalated into one of the most serious security incidents President Hakainde Hichilema has faced since taking office. The police report and the UPND statement present sharply different versions of the same event. Social media reactions have moved even further, with sections of the opposition base celebrating the violence and framing it as a symbolic revolt. This explainer sets out what happened, who is driving the narrative, and why the reactions require close monitoring by the state.

 What Police Say Happened

Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga reported a direct escalation of violence while the President was still addressing the public. “Some unruly people began breaking into and looting shops,” he said. When police moved to stop the looting, the crowd “became violent and started charging towards the venue where the President was speaking.” The President was withdrawn for security reasons and escorted to the landing pad. A police Toyota Land Cruiser was attacked, overturned, and set ablaze. Superintendent Lloyd Kanondo fired ten warning shots into the air without success.

The police listed several burnt items, including a presidential holding tent, floor carpet, carpet runners, a presidential portrait, and a portable toilet. Two suspects are in custody.

 What the UPND Says Happened

The UPND issued a contrasting statement. The party described the incident as “a minor and isolated disturbance” triggered by boys who climbed rooftops for a better view. According to the statement, the youths resisted police instructions to come down and threw stones, creating “momentary panic.” The party added that “no one was injured, and no property damage of significance occurred,” and that the President proceeded to Ndola for a football match as planned. Frank Bwalya defended the engagement as peaceful and productive.

 What Opposition Pages Are Amplifying

Opposition pages and influencers are shaping the event into a triumph. One PF-aligned page posted a graphic reading “Stoning is Biblical” which attracted hundreds of positive reactions. Another post circulated the caption “From BallyBelt to Bally Stoned.” Meme activity has spiked, with users referencing Goliath, Stephen, and other biblical scenes to normalise the violence. Comments include “Even Stephen was stoned” and “Very much Biblical, ask Goliath.”

Elsewhere, supporters framed the incident as proof that the Copperbelt has turned. A PF comment read, “These few disgruntled misbehaving youths can be found anywhere as we approach 2026 general elections,” a statement that suggests readiness for more confrontations.

⌛ Calls for Tanzanian-Style Action

A consistent theme across platforms is celebration of violence as a political remedy. Some comments openly encourage youths to replicate the street action seen in Tanzania. Others mock law enforcement responses. One user wrote, “They thought Zambia is still in 2pin. Wala tata,” implying that the state no longer commands fear. Another wrote, “You can’t have such an issue and you seem to be praising the act. What kind of leadership are you exhibiting,” in response to opposition leaders who appeared excited by the incident.

Sentiment mapping shows a split. Hardline groups portray the violence as a moral victory. Moderate voices warn that the online celebration signals a readiness to test the state ahead of 2026.

 Why the Reactions Matter

The reactions are not isolated humour. They reflect deep frustration among groups that lost economic and political power after 2021. These include former market tax collectors, bus stop enforcers, and informal mining groups. Their commentary reveals a desire to recreate past influence through engineered instability. The spike in violent rhetoric after the Chingola incident points to a coordinated appetite for confrontation as a political tool. Some voices even frame confrontation as divine sanction.

Political Stakes Ahead of 2026

The Copperbelt remains a strategic battleground. The President’s visit was part of a wider outreach following the Chiwempala market fire. The violent scenes risk becoming a template for future disruption. Opposition influencers are already positioning the event as proof that the region has rejected the ruling party. The governing party will attempt to contain this narrative, but online sentiment is drifting faster than official statements can counter.

⚖️ The Facts Versus the Spin

The police report and the UPND statement diverge. The opposition and sections of the public have added another layer of distortion. What is clear is that the incident was serious, violent, and strategically located. Property was burnt. A police vehicle was destroyed. Warning shots were fired. The President was evacuated. These are not markers of a minor disturbance.

 What the State Should Note

Discontented groups are testing boundaries before 2026. The online celebration of violence reveals a readiness to exploit any spark. Intelligence signals point to a network of actors who benefited from past lawlessness and now face reduced influence. Their rhetoric shows intent to regain political space through street pressure. The state must recognise that the Chingola incident is not only a security event but also an information event where narratives can embolden or restrain future actions.

⬆️ Editor’s Note

This explainer reflects our verification process which draws from police statements, party communication, on-the-ground reports, and real-time digital sentiment analytics. The People’s Brief monitors political discourse through technology that tracks content clusters, narrative shifts, and high-risk mobilisation patterns across public platforms. Our work aims to give readers clear facts, contextual understanding, and early warning signals without fear or favour.

© The People’s Brief | Gathering —Caesar Bweupe & McCarthy Lumba; Social Media monitoring —Mwape Nthegwa; Analysis —Ollus R. Ndomu

STOP CELEBRATING UNRULY  BEHAVIOR LISWANISO COMMENTS ON CHIWEMPALA INCIDENT INVOLVING HH

He shared…..

The lack of morals is evident when some individuals celebrate unruly behavior simply to gain political advantage, despite the president’s efforts to assist the genuine victims affected by the market fire.

Who will compensate the widow who lost her capital, which she relied on to support her family, if the president had not boldly allocated 10 million kwacha?

I strongly believe in discipline, and it is disheartening to see people advocating for lawlessness while claiming to govern the country.

Our focus should be on improving the livelihoods of our citizens. If there are issues, let’s engage respectfully and find the best solutions, rather than destroying the country to benefit unruly groups.

Thank you, Mr. President, for the 10 million donation, which has sparked debate and clearly demonstrates your love for the Zambian people and your commitment to serving them.

The president is aware of the situation at Senseli Mine, and decisions are being made to protect our people while ensuring that operations safeguard the future of everyone affected.

Gilbert Liswaniso
UPND National Youth Chairman

Even when the valley grows dark, I will not tremble – HH

President Hakainde Hichilema has quoted a portion in the Bible, particularly Psalms 23, including quoting the portion where it says that “even when the valley grows dark, and shadows breathe the scent of fear, I will not tremble, for You, my Shepherd, walk beside me.”

https://dailyrevelationzambia.com/even-when-the-valley-grows-dark-i-will-not-tremble-hh/

Posting on his social media platforms, the President stated that the Lord was his keeper, and his steady hand in the storm, and that he lacked nothing for God’s love was his portion and peace.

“He lays me down in meadows of rest,where the grass whispers calm, and leads me beside waters that remember stillness.He gathers all of my soul and sets my feet again upon the right road, a path worn bright with His name,” President Hichilema stated. “Even when the valley grows dark, and shadows breathe the scent of fear, I will not tremble, for You, my Shepherd, walk beside me.Your rod defends, Your staff guides; in both, I find comfort.”

He stated that the Lord spread a table “before me, even where enemies linger in envy’s gaze.”

“You pour oil upon my head, my cup overflows with grace unmeasured,” stated President Hichilema. “Surely Your goodness and mercy will trail my steps, like sunlight follows dawn. And I shall dwell in Your house, not for a moment, but for all my days, and beyond the reach of time. Amen! Happy Remembrance Day, fellow citizens. May God bless our Nation!”

He writes:

The Lord is my keeper, my steady hand in the storm; I lack nothing, for His love is my portion and my peace.

He lays me down in meadows of rest,where the grass whispers calm, and leads me beside waters that remember stillness.

He gathers all of my soul and sets my feet again upon the right road, a path worn bright with His name.

Even when the valley grows dark, and shadows breathe the scent of fear, I will not tremble, for You, my Shepherd, walk beside me.Your rod defends, Your staff guides; in both, I find comfort.

You spread a table before me, even where enemies linger in envy’s gaze. You pour oil upon my head, my cup overflows with grace unmeasured.

Surely Your goodness and mercy will trail my steps, like sunlight follows dawn. And I shall dwell in Your house, not for a moment, but for all my days, and beyond the reach of time.

Amen!

Happy Remembrance Day, fellow citizens. May God bless our Nation!

HH

An Attack on the Presidency Is an Attack on Our Nation

Reports from the Copperbelt are deeply disturbing. The fact that His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zambia, had to cut his speech short and be whisked away by his security detail after an attempted stoning incident is not only unacceptable but a serious threat to our national fabric.

There are proper and democratic channels for expressing dissatisfaction with the Head of State. You campaign and you vote. Resorting to violence or mob behavior is not a sign of courage or patriotism; it is lawlessness, and it puts our entire democracy at risk.

To those who took part in that chaos: have you paused to think about the consequences? If arrested and proven guilty, what happens to your future? As a young person, are you really willing to throw your life away like that? Think about the people who depend on you, your family, your children, your community.

But beyond the act itself, another serious question arises: how did such hostility get that close to the President? How did it elude his security detail? The Presidency, regardless of who occupies it, must never be exposed in that manner. We cannot, and must not, allow such lapses in protection. The safety of the Head of State is the safety of the Republic.

And let’s be honest, if people can freely attack the President, what does that say about the safety of ordinary citizens who have no security detail? What will happen to our people in the communities if this culture of aggression is normalized? This behavior cannot and must not be tolerated.

Mr. President, while I condemn the actions of the young people in the Copperbelt in the strongest terms, I also recognize that their anger sends a message to you and your team, they are not happy. It’s up to you now to reach out, listen, and calm the situation. Restore hope and trust in their hearts. The ball is in your court.

I rest my case. 

Jackson Demus Phiri
Media Personality