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Euphoria to Elect New Mayors on, All Africa (2007)

Euphoria to elect new mayors is on and the importance of having quality civic leadership in all Zambian communities cannot be over-emphasised.

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Zambia: ECZ's Poll Showing Cheers ZCID

THE Zambia Centre for Inter-party Dialogue (ZCID) has said the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) performed much better.

Lost opportunity for Zambian democracy, Mail & Gurdian (2008)

Recent elections to replace deceased Zambian president Levy Mwanawasa provided an interesting case of the workings of democracy.

Four to contest Zambia's vote, News24

Zambia's presidential elections will be contested by four candidates

Zambia: Chiluba endorses Banda, IOL (2010)

Zambia's former leader Frederick Chiluba has endorsed President Rupiah Banda for re-election next year, state media said on Tuesday, in the latest sign of his renewed embrace of the party he once led.

Ex-Zambia President Chiluba Didn’t Violate Constitution, Says Aide, VOA News (2010)

The spokesman for Zambia’s Ex-President Frederick Chiluba has denied the former leader flouted the constitution after endorsing incumbent President Rupiah Banda ahead of next year’s general election.

Zambia: Opposition protests as Chiluba seeks votes for Banda, Daily News (2010)

Former President of Zambia Frederick Chiluba has started campaigns for President Rupiah Banda ahead of the 2011 polls, sparking anger from opposition parties that are threatening to seek a court order to block him from getting his retirement benefits

Zambia: President Banda Challenged for Ruling MMD Leadership, VOA (2010)

Former Zambian Defense Minister George Mpombo says President Rupiah Banda has failed as leader of the ruling Movement for Multi-party Democracy (MMD) and should be replaced as the party’s candidate in next year’s presidential election.

Zambia 'red card' priest Frank Bwalya defiant, BBC (2010)

A Zambian priest who is leading a campaign to force the government to resign has been freed on bail after spending three nights in jail.

Joint Zambia, DRC Commission Seeks Funding, All Africa (2010)

THE fifth session of the Zambia-Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) joint permanent commission (JPC) on defence and security held in Ndola has urged the Zambian and Congolese governments to source funds for the physical demarcation of the Zambia-DRC border.

Zambia: President Warns Trouble Makers, All Africa (2010)

President Rupiah Banda has warned that Government will not spare anyone who attempts to cause violence ahead of next year's general elections.

Zambia: Banda shakes up security service, IOL (2010)

Zambian President Rupiah Banda on Wednesday shook up the country's defence and security services in a move to boost morale among junior officers ahead of next year's elections.

Zambia:Banda dates Milanzi, Times of Zambia (2010)

PRESIDENT Rupiah Banda is today expected to arrive in Eastern Province to drum up support for MMD candidate Whiteson Banda in the Milanzi Constituency by-election in Katete.

Zambia: Give us chance, RB urges Milanzi, Times of Zambia (2010)

PRESIDENT Rupiah Banda has appealed to the people of Milanzi to give the MMD Government chance to complete the projects being undertaken in the constituency by voting for the ruling party’s candidate Whiteson Banda in the April 29 by-election.

Zambia: Desist from insults, Chipimo Jr advises politicians, Times of Zambia (2010)

THE National Restoration Party (NAREP) has said politicians should desist from practising politics of insults and work together in addressing the numerous challenges facing the citizens.

Zambia: ECZ not decided on where to print 2011 ballot papers, Lusaka Times (2010)

The Electoral Commission of Zambia says it has not yet decided on whether to have ballot papers for the 2011 elections printed in Zambia or South Africa.

Zambia: Mufumbwe Ballot Papers Distribution Starts, All Africa (2010)

MUFUMBWE parliamentary by-election returning officer Rogers Chayang'a has said the distribution of ballot papers in the constituency which started on Monday is going on smoothly ahead of tomorrow's polls.

Zambia: UNIP Markets Musa Banda, All Africa (2010)

UNIP national elections chairperson Chigaga Banda has urged the people of Milanzi to vote for the former ruling party candidate Musa Banda in tomorrow's parliamentary by-election because he has sound leadership qualities.

Zambia: Battle lines drawn for Mufumbwe, Milanzi by-elections, Lusaka Times (2010)

Today marks the end of a grueling campaign period for the two parliamentary by elections in Mufumbwe and Milanzi.

Zambia: Banda clarifies move to adopt Muzungu for Mufumbwe by-election, Lusaka Times (2010)

President Rupiah Banda has clarified the move by the ruling MMD to field Zambia’s Ambassador to Libya, Mulondwe Muzungu as MMD parliamentary candidate for Mufumbwe by-election.

Zambia: ‘Fr Bwalya wants to contest Kwacha seat’, Lusaka Times (2010)

MMD deputy national treasurer Mwansa Mbulakulima has said Change Life Zambia director Frank Bwalya is seeking to contest the position of Member of Parliament (MP) for Kwacha Constituency in Kitwe in next year’s tripartite elections.

Zambia: Ensure Polls are Peaceful - Banda, All Africa (2010)

President Rupiah Banda yesterday instructed police to ensure today's Mufumbwe Constituency parliamentary by-election is conducted in a peaceful environment.

Zambia: By-Elections in Milanzi Must Jolt Peace-Loving Citizens, All Africa (2010)

Voters in Milanzi and Mufumbwe today go to the polls to elect their parliamentary representatives.

Zambia: PF sure of wrapping up Milanzi, Lusaka Time (2010)

ThePatriotic Front (PF)-United Party for National Development (UPND) pact has said it is confident of scooping the Milanzi seat in today’s parliamentary by-election.

Zambia: Milanzi voters turn out in numbers,as HH’s movements are restricted in Mufumbwe, Lusaka Times (2010)

Voting is underway in the Milanzi and Mufumbwe parliamentary by-elections as United Party for National Development (UPND) leader Hakainde Hichilema has been confined to the UPND command centre in Mufumbwe by police.

Zambia: Voting closes peacefully in Milanzi and Mufumbwe, Lusaka Times (2010)

Voting closed on a peaceful note in both the Milanzi and Mufumbwe parliamentary by-elections.

Zambia: MMD retains Milanzi seat as UPND/PF pact lead in Mufumbwe, Lusaka Time (2010)

The Movement for Mult-party Democracy (MMD) has retained the Milanzi parliamentary by-election seat in Eastern province.

Zambia: UPND/PF grabs Mufumbwe seat from MMD, Lusaka Times (2010)

United Party for National Development (UPND) has scooped the Mufumbwe seat deemed as the heavily contested and the bloodiest parliamentary by-election in North-Western Province.

Zambia: ECZ condemns electoral violence, Lusaka Times (2010)

he Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has declared a protest against violence and criminal activities perpetrated during the nominations and by-elections in Milanzi and Mufumbwe.

Zambia: UPND declares Mufumbwe by-election free, fair, Lusaka Times (2010)

United Party for National Development (UPND) has declared the Mufumbwe election as free and fair. But MMD has said its decision to petition the Mufumbwe elections had sent shivers to opposition parties as that would expose their wrong doings

Zambia: ECZ targets to register 2.5m new voters, Lusaka Times (2010)

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has said that it is targeting to register 2.5 million new voters before the 2011 general elections.

Zambia: MMD Vows to Stick With Rupiah Banda, All Africa (2010)

MMD national secretary Katele Kalumba has said the ruling party will not reverse its decision of adopting President Rupiah Banda as the party's sole presidential candidate in readiness for the 2011 tripartite elections.

Zambia: I'm Better Candidate for 2011 - Hichilema, All Africa (2010)

UNITED Party for National Development (UPND) president Hakainde Hichilema yesterday declared himself the most suitable candidate for the 2011 presidential election on account of his younger age and modern leadership posture.

Zambia: Chief Chikuwe Rallies Behind RB , All Africa (2010)

Chief Chikuwe of the Chewa speaking people in Chipata has declared his support for President Rupiah Banda in the 2011 presidential and general elections.

Zambia: UPND in 11 South districts want pact with MMD, Lusaka Times (2010)

United Party for National Development (UPND) members in 11 districts in Southern Province want an alliance between their party and the MMD, veteran politician and parliamentary chief whip Vernon Mwaanga has said.

Zambia: I’ll continue to offer myself as 2011 candidate, Lusaka Times (2010)

UNITED Party for National Development (UPND) president Hakainde Hichilema yesterday said he will continue to offer himself as a presidential candidate to lead Zambia because the Pact has not chosen a candidate for the 2011 presidential polls.

Zambia: Political parties urged to woo members for voter registration, Lusaka Times (2010)

The Anti Voter Apathy Project (AVAP) has called on all political parties to mobilize their members to register as voters during the continuous voter registration exercise slated to commence on June 21, 2010.

Zambia: Political parties agree on non-violent Luena, Chifubu campaigns, Lusaka Times (2010)

The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) yesterday held a meeting with 20 political parties where it was resolved that the political parties should urge their members to avoid all forms of violence during campaigns and abide by the electoral code of conduct.

Zambia: Parties eye by-elections, Lusaka Times (2010)

Parties are preparation for two parliamentary by-elections in Chifubu and Luena.

Zambia: Don't Listen to Unrealistic Promises, Advises Kunda, All Africa (2010)

Electoral campaigns are underway throughout the country.

Zambia: Magande's Political Future Bleak, All Africa (2010)

Political party candidates and campaigns in Zambia

Zambia: East MMD Warns Aspirants, All Africa (2010)

Campaigns for the upcoming parliamentary elections underway.

Zambia: UPND, PF differ over candidate, Lusaka Times (2010)

Parties elect their candidates for the by-elections

Zambia: Youth turnout in voter registration delights OYV, Lusaka Times (2010)

Zambia youth turn up in big numbers for voter registration

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Zambia: ‘Chiluba denies campaigning for RB’, Lusaka Times (2010)

Parties prepare for next years elections

Zambia: 117 000 voters countrywide registered so far-ECZ, Lusaka Times (2010)

Zambians turn out in numbers for registration.

Zambia: NAREP, NRP and NGP to form pact, Lusaka Times (2010)

Parties in Zambia working together to form a coalition.

Zambia: ‘We are not spliting’, PACT assures Zambians, Lusaka Times (2010)

Party leaders assuring members that there is no spliting during campaign.

Zambia: Let pact be intact-RB, Lusaka Times (2010)

Parties continue to campaign ahead of elections.

Zambia: Sakala predicts landslide victory for MMD in Chifubu, Lusaka Times (2010)

Zambia Direct Democracy Movement optimistic of a win in the Chifubu Parliamentary by election,

Zambia: Luena by election is confusing-President Banda, Lusaka Times (2010)

Parties prepare for Luena by elections after a member tendered a resignation letter.

Zambia: State calls for church partnership to foster peace during 2011 polls, Lusaka Times (2010)

Stakeholders working together ahead of next year's polls.

Zambia: Kunda calls for peaceful campaigns in Luena, Lusaka Times (2010)

Campaign is unerway for Luena constituency parliamentary by election

Zambia: Calls for Political Parties to Field 50 Percent Female Candidates, IPS News (2010)

Zambia National Women’s Lobby Group (ZNWL) call for the increase in woman participation.

Zambia: Election Violence Could Mean Fewer Women Participants, All Africa (2010)

Election-related violence starting to raise conserns.

Zambia: FODEP launches 2010-2012 electoral strategy, Lusaka Times (2010)

Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) launched its strategy in preparation of the upcoming 2011 tripatite elections. Speaking at the launch, FODEP Executive Director Charity Musamba said the upcoming elections would be a defining moment for Zambia.

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Zambia: RB assures a free, fair 2011 election, The Lusaka Times (2010)

This article reports on President Rupiah Banda's statements about next year's elections in Zambia. The President guaranteed peaceful, free and fair elections, and called for chiefs to promote unity in their communities and on a national level.

Zambia: Shikapwasha joins calls to shift poll date from Saturday, Zambian Watchdog (2010)

This article reports on the Lieutenant General Ronnie Shikapwasha request to postpone the by-elections in Zambia. As a matter of fact, the Chief government spokesperson asked the Electoral Commission of Zambia to reconsider the dates for the forthcoming by-elections scheduled for Saturday, October 30, due to religious holidays of the Seventh Day Adventist church. General elections in Zambia are scheduled for 2011.

Zambia: ECZ consults on by elections, Lusaka Times (2010)

The article reports on the consultations by Electoral Commission of Zambia ECZ with other Electoral stakeholders. It is reported that the ECZ is consulting on possibilities to postpone two Parliamentary by-elections, in Chilanga and Mpulungu.

Zambia: Change voting mark, electorate urges ECZ, Lusaka Times (2010)

The article reports on appeal by a concerned citizen, Mr. Eric Lwimba to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to consider replacing the cross voting mark on ballot papers with a tick. In his statement, Mr. Lwimba states that the cross mark confuses at least one in ten voters.

Zambia: Observers invited to monitor 2011 poll preps, The Lusaka Times (2010)

This article reports on President Rupiah Banda's decision to invite the international community to monitor the preparations for the 2011 general elections in the country. The President stated that many countries like Germany and Sweden, successfully supported Zambia before.

Zambia: Opposition confident of by-elections victory, The Lusaka Times (2010)

This article reports on the upcoming elections in Zambia. The opposition United Party for National Development and the Patriotic Front expressed confidence about a possible victory in the by-elections.

Zambia: President Rupiah Banda refutes Sata’s election date, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article discusses claims by PF leader, Michael Sata that Zambia elections will be held on the 1st April 2011. In his response, President Rupiah Banda stated that the country will not hold its tripartite elections on the said date. The President sited the ongoing voter registration and unsatisfying number of registered voters in some provinces as the delay in setting the election date.

Zambia: UPND picks candidates for CB parliamentary seats, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article discusses the picked parliamentary candidates of the United Party for National Development (UPND). It is reported that the party has picked up 22 candidates in the Copperbelt province and stepped up its campaigns for the up coming 2011 elections.

Zambia: William Banda, Chris Chalwe retain positions, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article discusses the results of the MMD provincial congress in Lusaka. It is reported that chairman, William Banda and his youths’ counterpart Chris Chalwe retained their positions.

Zambia: Now Justice Florence Mumba invites ACC to investigate ECZ, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article discusses the alleged reports of corruption at the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ). It is reported that ECZ Chairperson, Justice Florence Mumba has invited the Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) to investigate these matters.

Zambia: ECZ workers push for more to resign, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article reports on the protest by Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) workers. It is reported that the workers want all the commissioners to resign.

Zambia: TIZ calls for reconstitution of Electoral Commission, Lusaka Times(2011)

The article reports on the call to reconstitutionalise the Electoral Commission by Mr. Lifuka. This comes after incidents where we have seen the chairperson of the commission resigning.

Zambia: Mobile voter registration resumes, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article reports on the mobile voter registration exercise that will resume on 10 March 2010 and it will last for 21 days.

Zambia: Sata happy with Mambilima’s return at ECZ, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article discusses the reappointment of Chief Justice Irin Mambilima as Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) chairperson. This comes after the resignation of Justice Florence Mumba.

Zambia: ECZ Advises Political Parties on Civic Education Campaigns, All Africa (2011)

The article is about the advise by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to the contry's political parties. It is said that the commission advised the party to step up the campaigns ahead of the general elections to be held later this year.

Zambia: Vice President Presents Constitution Bill, All Africa (2011)

The article discusses the presentation of the Constitution bill to parliament by the Vice President, George Kunda.

Zambia: ECZ registers 80% eligible voters, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article reports on the registration numbers in Zambia. It is reported that the Zambia Electoral Commission has registered 80% elegible voters.

Zambia: Don't Accredit Parallel Vote Tabulation Backers, Says NGO, All Africa (2011)

The article reports on of the request the Christian Coalition to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) not to accredit organisations who are pushing for the parallel vote tabulation (PVT) to monitor this year's elections.

Zambia: Priscilla Mulenga Isaac Appointed ECZ Elections Director, All Africa (2010)

The article reports on the appointment of Priscilla Mulenga Isaac as the director of election. Ms Isaac has been the deputy director since 2002. She joined the Electoral Commission of Zambia in 2000 as public relations officer. Her appointment is with effect from 01 April 2011.

Zambia: Accept poll results, Mulongoti tells MMD, Lusaka Times (2011)

The article reports on the comment by the former Movement for Multiparty Democracy (MMD) chairman for elections, Mike Mulongoti. It is reported that he asked MMD to accept poll predictions. This comes after the opinion poll released yesterday by the Centre for Policy Dialogue favouring Patriotic Front.

Zambia: Elections to Cost K322 Billion, AllAfrica (2011)

Zambia government is expecting to spent around K322 billion on this year's tripartite elections. The elections will be held in October 2011.

Election date won’t deter Zambians – HH, Lusaka Times (2011)

Opposition party leader, Hakainde Hichilema says president Rupiah Banda’s delay in announcing the election will not deter Zambians from achieving their goal of changing government.

Zambia: Government Printers didn’t bid to print ballots-ECZ, Lusaka Times (2011))

The Electoral Commission of Zambia outsourced the printing of ballot papers for this year’s elections. A South African company was awarded the tender to do the job and now opposition parties are demanding that a Zambian company get the tender. Some opposition even went on to say the tender process was not transparent.

Zambia’s Elections Date: It’s Tuesday 20th September 2011, Lusaka Times

After consulting with Electoral Commission of Zambia, President Rupiah Banda, dissolved parliament and set 20th September as the date for this year’s tripartite elections.

Electoral Commission of Zambia sets dates for filling in nominations, Lusaka Times (2011)

Following the announcement of the election date by President, Rupiah Banda, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has moved on to set August 7 to August 10 as dates for filling in Presidential Nominations. The ECZ has also set August 12 as dates for filling of nominations for the National Assembly and local government elections.

2011 headed for a record number of presidential candidates for Zambia, Lusaka Times (2011)

It is reported that Zambia will experience a record number of presidential candidates in this year’s elections. This comes after a success rate of filling in of nominations by different political parties.

Zambia: Political parties must disclose funding to enhance transparency-Fodep, Lusaka Times (2011)

Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) says Zambia's legal framework must compel political parties to disclose their funding. It urgues that disclosure by parties would help enhance transparency and accountability among all the political parties.

Zambia: Team to monitor priniting of ballot papers arrive in South Africa, Lusaka Times (2011)

It is reported that the Electoral commission of Zambia (ECZ) has sent a team to South Africa to monitor the priniting of ballot papers. The team arrived in Durban, South Africa on Sunday.

Zambia: Credible election is everyone’s baby-Priscilla Isaac, Lusaka Times (2011)

Director at the Electoral Commission of Zambia, Priscilla Isaac says all political stakeholders play a significant role in the success of any election. She said having a credible and peaceful election lies on all stakeholders. She was speaking at the two day indaba held under the theme ‘ Say NO to Electoral Violence’.

Zambia: Mambilima urges Police to deal with offenders regardless of their political affiliation, Lusaka Times (2011)

The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chairperson, Irene Mambilima has raised her concerns on the llaegations that the police in the country have a soft spot for the ruling MMD. Speaking at the political party liaison committee meeting in Lusaka, she said the law should take its course regardless of political affiliation of the offender.

Zambia: Ballot papers to be flown directly Durban to Lusaka, says Mambilima, Lusaka Times (2011)

Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) chairperson, Justice Ireen Mambilima says the commission and the contractor, Universal Print Group (UPG) have made the arrangements to flew the country's tripartite elections ballots directly from Durban, South Africa to Lusaka, Zambia. She expressed their satisfaction at the progress made in the printing process and progress.

Zambia:Police, ECZ quick action thwart near stampede at Lusaka City station, Lusaka Times (2011)

It is reported that voters got impatient yesterday at one of the polling stations in Lusaka after it opened just after 06:00 in the morning. It took a collective team the Zambia Police Service and the Electoral Commission (ECZ ) officers to calm the situation.

Zambia: Polls peaceful, says EU observers, Times of Zambia (2011)

Observers in the Zambia tripartite elections said the elections in the country were generally peaceful. MacDonald Chipenzi, of Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) also said the voter turn out was average.

Zambia: Sata calls on ECZ to extend voting time, Lusaka Times (2011)

After some delays in the opening of polls in some parts of the country, Patriotic Front leader, Michael Sata requested the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to extend voting hours at those polling stations.

Zambia: Counting of votes at Nakatindi hall in Lusaka still going on, Lusaka Times (2011)

It is reported that vote counting in two constituencies of central Lusaka is still underway. The two constituencies are Kanyama and Kabwata.

Zambia: ECZ explains delayed official results anouncement, Lusaka Times (2011)

In explaining the delay in announcing the results, the Public Relations Manager of the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), Cris Akufuna said the Commission has not yet received consolidated results from any of the 150 constituencies in Zambia.

Zambia:Election Results as released by ECZ from Mulungushi Center, Lusaka Times (2011)

Elections results in Zambia are flowing in and the Electoral Commission Of Zambia (ECZ) is working tirelessly to announce them as soon as possible.

Banda calls for calm as Zambia awaits results, SABCNews (2011)

Zambia President, Rupiah Banda has called for calm in the country. It is reported that the delay in announcing the results has resulted in some unruly behaviour in some parts of the country.

Zambia: ECZ shuts results web page, warns Media, Lusaka Times (2011)

It is reported that the website carrying the 2011 presidential, parliamentary and local government election results had been tampered with. The Electoral Commission of Zambia Chairperson, Justice Irene Mambilima has also cautioned the media not to publish unverified results. She informed that this is an offense and breach of the Electoral Code of Conduct.

Michael Sata declared Zambia’s fifth President, Lusaka Times (2011)

The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has declared Patriotic Front President, Michael Sata as the country's new and fifth president.

Zambia: Inauguration at 10.30am, Lusaka Times (2011)

The inauguration Ceremony of the new Zambia President, Mr.Michael Sata will be held at today at 10.30hrs at the Parliament Buildings.

Zambia: President Sata names Guy Scott as Vice president and reduces cabinet size by only 3 ministries, Lusaka Times (2011)

Zambia President, Michael Sata has appointed Patriotic Front party Vice president Guy Scott as republican vice president. It is reported that the President merged some ministries to make the number of ministries in Zambia 19.

Zambia: 25 MMD Members Defect to Patriotic Front, AllAfrica (2011)

It is reported that some members of the opposition MMD in Lusaka Province have defected to the rulling Patriotic Front (PF). It is reported that some reasons for defecting were harassment and intimidation.

Zambia: Scott advices parties opposing PF, Times of Zambia (2011)

Vice President of Zambia, Guy Scott told opposition political parties that they will make themelves unpopular if the oppose the government. He said the rulling Patriotic Front (PF), is implementing pro-people policies.

Zambia: UPG to Print Ballot Papers for Three Upcoming By-Elections, All Africa (2011)

It is reported that the South African company that printed ballots for this year's tripartite elections will once again print the by-election ballots. The country will hold three Parlimentary by-elections on the 24 November 2011.

Zambia: Cape Town based South African company awarded tender to print ballot papers for next month By-Elections, Lusaka Times (Times)

It is reported that a South African based Lithotech Exports Limited has been awarded a tender to print ballot paper for the parliamentary by-elections. This was revealed in a statement made by the public relations manager of Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), Cris Akufana.

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Zambia: If my action to de-register MMD is found to be improper, I will resign my position-Andeleki, Lusaka Times (2012)

The article talks about the decision to de-register the opposition party, MMD. Chief Registrar of Societies, Clement Andeleki said the decision is not political.

Court rules for Zambian opposition, News24 (2012)

This article is about the high courts decision to grant the opposition party in Zambia the stay of execution. This comes after the Zambia's Registrar of Societies chief, Clement Andeleki moved to dissolve the party.

Zambia: HH calls for peceaful campaigns, Lusaka Times (2012)

In this article United Party for National Development (UPND) President, Hikainde Hichilema calls party members to campaign peacefully. This is in preparation of Livingstone by-elections expected to be held on July 5 this year.

Zambia presidential race hots up, News24 (2014)

In this article, the presidential race hots up in Zambia following the President Sata's passing away. The country is expected to hold the snap election before 25 January 2015.

Zambia: Chulu Is New Electoral Commission Chief, AllAfrica (2015)

President Edgar Lungu has appointed Esau Chulu as chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ).

People Calling for the Referendum Before 2016 Are Being Unrealistic-Sakwiba Sikota. Lusaka Times (2015)

Lusaka based Lawyer Sakwiba Sikota says holding a referendum on the constitution before the 2016 general elections is not feasible.

Zambia: FDD Starts Preps for 2016 AllAfrica (2015)

The Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) on the Copperbelt says it is reorganizing in readiness for the 2016 tripartite elections

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ECZ Ponders Dora Court Order AllAfrica (2015)

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is studying the Supreme Court judgement that ordered the commission to consider Parliamentary by-election applications from former Petauke Central Member of Parliament (MP) Dora Siliya and two others.

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