Kanyama, Mandevu MP's warns residents against registering as voters in other Constituencies

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Kanyama Member of Parliament Monty Chinkuli has expressed concern that some residents of Kanyama are registering as voters in other constituencies such as Matero and Kabwata instead of registering where they live.


Mr. Chinkuli described the trend as unfortunate, warning that it could affect development and representation in Kanyama.


“We are staying in Kanyama, and we must make sure that we register and vote in Kanyama,” he said. “If some of us move to register in Matero or Lusaka Central, leaving only a few individuals to register here, the much-needed development and representation will not be achieved.”


He said residents who register elsewhere will not be able to fully participate in the governance of their own community.


“Let us register where we are so that together we can decide what we want. When you vote for your Member of Parliament, Councillor or Ward Chairperson, you will have the power to hold them accountable for what they promised to do,” Mr. Chinkuli said.


The lawmaker has appealed to the Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security to facilitate the issuance of National Registration Cards (NRCs), especially for pupils who have attained the age of 18 but are in school.


He has proposed that NRC and voter registration exercises for students be conducted on weekends to avoid disrupting classes.


“Those who are in school and have reached 18 should get their NRCs and register as voters. Governance starts there. Once you vote, your voice will be heard because in Zambia, leadership is decided through the ballot,” he said.


Mr. Chinkuli has encouraged all eligible Kanyama residents aged 18 and above to visit the nearest registration office in the constituency to register as voters.

Meanwhile, Mandevu Member of Parliament Christopher Shakafuswa has raised similar concerns, stating that some voters in his constituency are registering at North Rise Polling Centre in Katuba Constituency.


Mr. Shakafuswa said it is unfair for people to demand development in areas where they are not registered as voters.


“People must start demanding development in the constituencies where they are voting,” he said. “It is not fair to demand projects in an area where you are not registered.”


He has urged residents to take advantage of the ongoing mass voter registration exercise to ensure they can take part in choosing their preferred leaders next year.
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