Parley ratifies appointment of Emily Sikazwe as ECZ Vice Chair

Etambuyu Katota-Parliament has ratified the appointment of Dr. EMILY SIKAZWE as Vice Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Zambia-ECZ.

Parliament has also approved the Presidential appointments of retired Major General VINCENT MUKANDA and Mrs. NDIYOI MUTITI to serve as Members of the Commission.
Moving the motion Luapula Member of Parliament EMERINE KABANSHI commanded the appointing Authority for considering a woman to serve as ECZ Vice Chairperson.
Ms. KABANSHI said the appointment is important and that is why an individual of sound character has been appointed.
And Seconding the motion Ikeleng’i Member of Parliament ELIJAH MUCHIMA said that the appointment is commendable because the appointees are qualified and will serve the country diligently.
Home Affairs Minister STEPHEN KAMPYONGO said Dr. SIKAZWE has vast experience that is required in ensuring the ECZ meets all aspirations.
Information Minister DORA SILIYA said Members of Parliament have the responsibility to protect the credibility of the ECZ from uncsupulos people who keep eroding the confidence of the institution.
Chimwemwe Member of Parliament ELIAS MWILA said the appointed members of the committee are eminent citizens of the country with credible references.
Meanwhile Kanchibiya Member of Parliament MARTIN MALAMA said retired Major General VINCENT MUKANDA is a lecturer in peace and having served in the service will bring on board great ideas.
And others who contributed to debate are Fisheries and Livestock Minister NKANDU LUO and Justice Minister GIVEN LUBINDA.

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