ECZ calls for peaceful Mangango polls

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia says it is essential for the democratic dispensation of the country that stakeholders desist from destabilising governance processes. ECZ public relations manager Margaret Chimanse stated that campaigns in Mangango Constituency continued to take place as planned.

Campaigns will end on Monday 19th November 2018 at 18:00 hours as stated in earlier press statements. This is in view of the by-elections scheduled for 20 November 2018 in Lupososhi, Mangango and five ward by-elections, she stated.

Further, the commission wishes to reiterate that the campaign schedule endorsed by the political parties in Mangango can be amended with the agreement of all parties. This can be undertaken through discussions between the political parties, the ECZ and the Zambia Police.

Chimanse urged political parties, members of the public, civil society organisations, and stakeholders to verify facts.

It is essential for the democratic dispensation of this country that stakeholders desist from destabilising governance processes that exist which provide for citizens to exercise their right to make choices of their leaders. The ECZ continues to encourage peaceful campaigns and a peaceful election day on 20th November 2018, stated Chimanse.