STAKEHOLDERS AWAIT ECZ DELIMITATION REPORT AHEAD OF 2026 POLLS
By Constance Shilengwe
GOVERNANCE and human rights advocate Dr. Noel Chisebe says stakeholders are keen to understand the level of preparedness for the 2026 general elections.
Dr. Chisebe speaking to RoanFM ahead of the Electoral Commission of Zambia’s (ECZ) launch of the delimitation exercise report later today.
The delimitation exercise is aimed at creating seventy additional constituencies, a move that will take effect upon the dissolution of Parliament on May 15, 2026.
Dr. Chisebe says he expects the ECZ to ensure that the process and the final report are fair, transparent, and free from bias. He adds that the commission must address concerns surrounding constituency boundaries, chiefdom demarcations, and possible voter disenfranchisement.
He notes that three key areas require close attention from stakeholders: transparency, voter education, and timeliness.
He notes that three key areas require close attention from stakeholders: transparency, voter education, and timeliness.
Dr. Chisebe emphasises that the delimitation process must remain open and inclusive, with citizens adequately informed about boundary changes and polling stations. He further stresses that the exercise should be concluded on time to avoid any delays to the 2026 general elections.
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