Chali Mulenga

By Chali Mulenga LIVINGSTONE – Aspiring Livingstone Central Constituency parliamentary candidate Gracious Dilon Mayangwa has commended President Hakainde Hichilema and Government for releasing K17.8 billion in April 2026 towards public service delivery, infrastructure development, social protection programmes and economic recovery. Mr Mayangwa said the Treasury releases demonstrate Government’s commitment to improving the welfare of citizens and strengthening development across the country, including in Livingstone Constituency. He said the allocation of funds to sectors such as road infrastructure, water development, health, education and social protection will have a direct impact on the lives of ordinary residents. “The release of these funds shows Government’s seriousness in addressing developmental challenges and improving service delivery. Constituencies like Livingstone stand to benefit greatly from these investments,” Mr Mayangwa said. He particularly welcomed the release of K1...

By Chali Mulenga Residents of Livingstone Central Constituency have intensified calls for accelerated development and improved community engagement, with many expressing support for aspiring parliamentary candidate Gracious Dilon Mayangwa ahead of the 2026 general election. The residents, drawn from the transport sector, markets and surrounding communities, said Livingstone continues to face challenges ranging from deteriorating roads and youth unemployment to limited business opportunities and inadequate community empowerment programmes. Speaking in separate interviews, the residents said they are looking for leadership that will maintain close interaction with communities and push for practical solutions to local challenges. Spa Bus Station vice-chairperson and taxi driver Mike Maseka said poor road infrastructure remains one of the major concerns affecting motorists and businesses in the tourist capital. Mr Maseka said damaged roads are increasing vehicle maintenance costs for taxi ...