UPND Must Be Concerned About MPs Going Unopposed, It Vindicates What We Have Been Saying About Zambia’s Democracy, Says Fred M’membe
UPND Must Be Concerned About MPs Going Unopposed, It Vindicates What We Have Been Saying About Zambia’s Democracy, Says Fred M’membe
By Staff Reporter
Fred M’membe, president of the Socialist Party, says the ruling United Party for National Development should be concerned, rather than celebrating, the number of its candidates going unopposed in the forthcoming elections.
M’membe argued that uncontested victories should be viewed as a warning sign for democracy, not a badge of honour.
“Going unopposed should be a cause for concern, not celebration. It lends credibility to those who have consistently raised concerns about the shrinking democratic space, declining governance standards, and alleged human rights violations in the country,” he said.
He added that the development should prompt serious reflection about the state of democracy in Zambia and whether political competition is being allowed to flourish freely and fairly
“Democracy is strongest when voters are presented with genuine choices, not when elections become one-sided contests,” M’membe said.
He further questioned the legitimacy of celebrating victories when opposition candidates claim they were intimidated, blocked, or prevented from participating in the electoral process.
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Iwe ka Membe,even one-sided elections are still valid as long as democracy is enshrined in the constitution.Not so long ago the ANC of Nelson Mandela in South Africa was beating every one hands down.It was a one-sided affair since their independence in 1994.There was no shrinking democratic space there ,and so it is here
So just shut up to roll up your sleeves and start campaigning….And no sagging,please.We don’t want to see your bombasa
Aah aah what has is to do with democracy? You don’t have to accuse UPND for you not fielding your own candidates. Did UPND stop you?
It’s like nzelu is leaking from some heads.
