By Nyashadzashe Ndoro | Nehanda Politics |
Zimbabwe’s main opposition MDC Alliance has congratulated Zambia’s President-Elect, Hakainde Hichilema and his party, the United Party for National Development (UPND), following a victory in the country’s presidential election held last Thursday.
MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa: “I’m so humbled and excited to have received a call and personally congratulated my brother and HE Hichilema. Join me to congratulate the people of Zambia who continue to inspire us all. Our turn as Zimbabwe is coming. We won’t disappoint! God is faithful!”
The party’s Secretary for International Relations, Gladys Kudzaishe Hlatywayo, congratulated the UPND for winning resoundingly in the just-ended August 12 elections in Zambia.
The opposition party said Hichilema’s victory was a triumph of democracy.
“This election victory is a triumph for democracy in light of the growing authoritarian consolidation we have witnessed in countries such as Zimbabwe and Swaziland.
“The UPND is our sister party and we have exchanged notes over the years to further the cause of democracy and good governance in our respective nations. We draw many lessons from the Zambian story.
“Over the last few days, Zambians have engaged in an orderly and democratic electoral process characterized by a high voter turnout and the respect of the will of people in line with the Constitution of Zambia, regional and international norms and practices.
“Zambians have yet again demonstrated that they are a beacon of democracy with a rich heritage of peaceful transfer of power since 1991 when Zambia’s first President, His Excellency the late President Kenneth Kaunda, graciously vacated the seat of power following an electoral defeat.
Hichilema’s win ended outgoing President Edgar Chagwa Lungu’s seven year rule in Zambia.
The MDC Alliance urged Lungu to concede defeat and allow for a smooth transfer of power.
“We also congratulate Zambia’s state institutions for protecting the will of the people and upholding the rule of law. We appeal to all countries in the region, especially Zimbabwe to learn from the Zambian experience.
“In particular, we call for state institutions to serve the Constitution and not partisan interests. It is imperative to respect the will of the people rather than subvert it. Democracy must prevail in the SADC region!
“We wish the new administration in Zambia a fruitful tenure characterized by respect for the values of democracy, prosperity and uplifting the lives of the people of Zambia,” read the statement. Nehanda Radio
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We are tired of congratulating other countries with a confused opposition it’s long way to go.
Petros Priri its u who is confused
Misheck Nakirwai ChiwareMisheck Nakirwai Chiware are you the confused opposition ? Yah but truly you are the one.
Misheck Nakirwai Chiware Do you lead any opposition,if no sit down
Hayiya Masuku will never lead iwe namai vako vakarega condom richidambuka kuti uzvarwe skunk
Misheck Nakirwai ChiwareMisheck Nakirwai Chiware saka irimboko you can’t stand for arguments shame on you mugreen bomber
Mr chamisa a true friend indeed… I remember very well how you stood by our president elect when he was in prison…
It’s unfortunate the opposition in our country is not a formidable force .If a leader cannot unite all his party members to win an election fair and square .How then can he unite people of different tribes living in Zimbabwe 🇿🇼. Moreover the way he rose to the helm of Mdc is questionable .We value leaders with integrity .Bring Khupe back to Mdc and you might get my vote 🗳 .
Patience Kasere kak
Patience Kasere your vote it’s not necessary
Zimbabweans don’t have eyes that sees what is good for change they only want to be tormented long safering
We don’t want dog fights for MDC Names again. Get organised now
Ithnk Nnangagwa has heard current land sliding ,so he is the , Nnangagwa awaiting verdict
Absolutely Yes can’t wait to see