UPND DENIES ALLEGATIONS OF TENSION WITH CATHOLIC CHURCH AMIDST PF PROPAGANDA
The United Party for National Development (UPND) refutes claims of tension with the catholic church, dismissing them as mere propanganda by the embattled former ruling party PF.
UPND Consultant Mark Simuuwe addressing media at the Anderson Kambela house in Lusaka this morning, described the ongoing narrative suggesting tension between the church and the ruling party ‘UPND’ as an agenda the embattled PF are setting to dent the image of the ruling party and its President who has exposed their weaknesses in governing and managing the country’s resources.
“ Our Party has always maintained a respectful and cooperative relationship with the catholic church and we value the important role they play in our society.” said Mr Simuuwe.
Adding that it is crucial to not fall for false narratives and instead focus, on the facts and truth of the matter.
Mr Simuuwe said that, It is a known fact that the Patiotic Front during their time in government completely failed, to acknowledge and recognise the role played by the Catholic Church in the social and economic system of the governance.
“It is so shocking that those who previously disregarded the Catholic Church, marginalized the church’s voice and gave preference to alternative groups like “Christians for Lungu.” are now leading a propaganda claiming that there is tension between with the ruling party,”said Mr Simuuwe.
He noted that the opposition are spearheading the propaganda when, there has been no formal complaint from the Catholic Church or the ruling party regarding any conflicts between them.
“Yet, the PF persist in creating a false narrative of tension, which not only lacks sincerity but also disrespects the Catholic Church and undermines efforts to foster unity.” said Mr Simuuwe.
He said the ruling party has maintained a positive and constructive relationship with the Catholic Church since their time in opposition.
Mr Simuuwe said the UPND will not fall prey to divisive propaganda, but will continue to uphold the values, transparency, accountability, and mutual respect in all public discussions.
And condemned PF’s attempts to fabricate a conflict between the Catholic Church and the ruling party.
“As Zambians, we must remain vigilant against such divisive tactics and prioritize unity and cooperation for the betterment of our nation.”said Mr Simuuwe.
Adding that it is important to scrutinise the motives behind these accusations and acknowkedge, President Hichilema’s dedication and efforts to fostering a harmonious bond between the church, government and the people of Zambia in general.
Mr Simuuwe said the current situation of PF’s efforts to manufacture discord calls for alertness from the people of Zambia who need a peaceful environment.
“We echo President Hakainde’s call that unity and collaboration over divisive strategies is key to the advancement and prosperity of every nation.
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BaSimuwe, it’s very easy and convenient to bury your head in the sand as little power can easily blindfolds you and see the mountain as anti hill. You can spin the narrative as much as you can but the true can’t be altered or manipulated to suit your narrative ir agenda. Lies have legs and they leave marks easily ableist to be seen.
Yesterday, your hired bloggers at State house when Given Lubinda explained that HH has apologised to the Catholic for imenda calling Archbishop Banda lucifer. As usual, your colleagues at State House were busy name calling and dismissing that HH wouldn’t apologise to the Catholic as the insults and name calling by Imenda was done by Imenda. Who is Imenda ? Secretary General for UPND. How is the president HH, HH is not only the party president but republican president of Zambia. If your child does something unacceptable, as a parent to show your standing as an adult to resolve the issue at hand. HH has terribly and badly failed to reach out to the Catholic bishops or faith. If HH attends Mass at a Catholic Church, he will be accepted to attend with we Lucifers but now ‘ Our relationship with the current government is and will be open and aligned to Gods teachings. Mark is like any other smaller boys saying things the do not thoroughly understand. The relationship remains tainted and weaker by HH inability to comprehend and understand the gravity of his GS childish behaviours and the failure by HH to intervene as soon as possible because mumbwe kulila ninshi muli umoashitile amatako. Twakulabombafye , tondolo musuma.’ Our call is to speak against oppression, discrimination, dehumanisation of Gods creation. To heal and to bring peace, unity and harmony.
It’s not the whole catholic church but just some PF cadres who pose as bishops but have openly shown biasness and solicited for and gotten brown envelopes from PF like alick banda who are a problem.