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PF QUESTIONS PRESIDENT’S CALL FOR UNITY

 


By CHALI MULENGA
Livingstone

THE (PF) in Livingstone has criticised President ’s recent address to the nation, saying it did not adequately address the continued delay in the burial of Zambia’s sixth Republican President, , and the rising cost of living.

PF Livingstone constituency information and publicity secretary Edward Miti said in an interview that while the President emphasised unity, peace and love, he did not mention the status of the late Mr Lungu’s burial.

Mr Miti said many Zambians remain concerned about the matter and feel the country is still in mourning.

“As Zambians, we are still in a state of mourning because the former Head of State has not yet been laid to rest. We expected that the President would address that issue,” he said.

He said it was important for leaders to demonstrate unity through actions, particularly during periods of national grief.

Mr Miti also questioned Government’s assertion that the economy is improving, stating that the reported decline in inflation and stabilisation of the kwacha have not translated into lower prices of essential commodities.

He said many households are struggling to afford basic food items, including mealie meal, and are facing challenges with electricity tariffs.

“People are finding it difficult to afford even one meal a day. When they buy electricity units, they do not last long. These are the realities on the ground,” he said.

Mr Miti further alleged that the distribution of mealie meal in some areas is being politicised ahead of the general elections.

He also accused Government of selectively applying anti-corruption measures, claiming that only certain individuals are being targeted.

On infrastructure, Mr Miti said some developmental works in Livingstone, such as installation of solar street lights and road maintenance, appear to have intensified as the country approaches the election period.

He cited the Livingstone–Sesheke Road, which he said had previously been declared a priority but has not been fully rehabilitated.

Efforts to get a comment from State House by press time proved futile.

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