Hichilema’s United Party for National Development (UPND) swept to victory after 23 years in opposition thanks to growing resentment of the former ruling Patriotic Front (PF) by ordinary Zambians who wanted “change.”
The people wanted change
His populist elections campaign promises resonated very well with most Zambians, especially the youth desperate for jobs. This ultimately catalysed Lungu’s fall.
“If we have to give a benefit of doubt, I would say 9 out 10,” says Vice-President Mutale Nalumango in her reflection of the first 100 days of the UPND in office.
In stark contrast to Nalumango’s assessment, the reality on the ground indicates that Hichilema and the UPND are dealing with a different reality. They are left to deal with finding a solution to rebuild the economy of the country; a feat that Zambians are starting to lose patience on.
With the former ruling Patriotic Front in
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