Zambia heads to the polls on Thursday, with president Hakainde Hichilema urging voters in Mandevu, Lusaka province, to back the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND).
Addressing supporters in Mandevu on Wednesday, Hichilema thanked residents for attending the party’s meeting and pledged to continue delivering development if re-elected.
“We will continue working on ensuring that more roads, more schools, more clinics, more social cash transfers, among others, continue trickling down to Mandevu,” he said.
Hichilema urged voters to turn out on Thursday and vote for the UPND, saying his administration remains committed to improving the lives of Zambians.
“Tomorrow, on Thursday, go and vote for the UPND. We are determined to continue delivering development for you all,” he said.
The election will see Zambians vote for the president, members of parliament and local government representatives.
Hichilema is seeking another term in office after first winning the presidency in 2021, defeating then-incumbent Edgar Lungu.
The campaign has focused heavily on economic recovery, infrastructure development and improving social services, while the opposition has raised concerns over the cost of living and the state of the economy.
The president ended his message by thanking the people of Mandevu and calling for their support at the polls.
“God bless you all,” Hichilema said.
