Zambian historian calls for peace and unity
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Lusaka Times
Zambian historian Bizeck Phiri has called on his compatriots to preserve peace and unity ahead of the 62nd anniversary of independence. He also urged the government to better balance the economy, while governance expert Noel Chisebe praised the country’s democratic resilience, reports Lusaka Times.
Zambian historian Bizeck Phiri has called on people to preserve peace and unity as the country prepares to celebrate 62 years of independence on 24 October 2026. He highlighted that democracy had withstood changes in political systems, according to Lusaka Times.
Bizeck Phiri believes that economic development contributes to strengthening democracy and called on the government to better balance the economy in line with its vision. The 62nd anniversary celebrations are being held under the theme “Our journey, our growth, our future”.
Noel Chisebe, a governance expert, said peaceful transfers of power and constitutional development demonstrated Zambia’s democratic maturity. He also cited the role of the Electoral Commission, the judiciary, Parliament and the Anti-Corruption Commission, and urged Zambians not to take for granted the peace the country has enjoyed for years.
The call comes after one by MP Stephen Kampyongo, who linked development goals to national unity on 10 October. His call for national unity came amid a debate on the country’s priorities.
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