SOME MPs IN EASTERN BECAME “AKAMTENGA MALIRO”, TIME HAS COME FOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT – CARITAS CHIPATA
As the August general election approaches, Caritas Chipata has disclosed that it is conducting a performance assessment of all elected leaders in the province, particularly Members of Parliament (MPs), council Chairperson, Mayors, and Councillors.
Caritas Chipata Director John Mthadziko Zulu says most MPs in the province have underperformed during their tenure and that the assessment will help citizens better understand how their lawmakers have served them.
Mr. Zulu says many MPs neglected their primary legislative and developmental roles and instead became what he termed “akamtenga maliro,” meaning funeral carriers.
He also noted that MPs in the province voted for Bill 7 without consulting their constituents and disregarded guidance from traditional leaders and the church.
Mr. Zulu emphasized that the report is not intended to de-campaign the current crop of MPs, but to help constituents make informed decisions as they choose their leaders in August.
He has encouraged citizens to step forward and contest in the coming elections, saying the organisation is open to orient aspiring candidates on leadership and prioritising the needs of the people.
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