MOVE ON!! MMD Tells Off Dr. Nevers Mumba

…You Are Behaving Like an Ex Who Has Failed to Move On… The Movement for Multi-Party Democracy (MMD) notes with concern the persistent public commentary by Dr. Nevers Mumba, who continues to defend his decision to form a new political party under the guise of “rebranding” the MMD. Despite having moved on to lead a new political entity, Dr. Mumba continues to issue misleading statements aimed at rewriting history and distracting the public from the truth.

To further justify his actions, his secretary, Ms. Elizabeth Chitika, has been actively circulating misleading letters to various prominent figures—including His Royal Highness Akashambatwa Mbikusita Lewanika and the Catholic Bishop of Mpika—in an attempt to legitimize her boss’s departure and disguise it as a rebranding effort. These efforts have not only failed to convince but have instead highlighted the desperation to cling to an image no longer attached to the MMD.

We remind Dr. Mumba that one cannot claim to have rebranded a political party while dismantling its identity, weakening its structures, and leaving it without even basic leadership frameworks. Under his leadership, the MMD declined from being a vibrant opposition force to a structureless shell that lacked nationwide presence and coordination. When he was elected Party President in 2012, we had over 50 MPS, over 40 Mayors/Council Chairpersons, and over 800 councillors.

He has left the MMD without anything, not even a market chairman, shame!! His narrative has been strongly rejected by MMD founding members such as Dr. Mbita Chitala, Mr. Akashambatwa Mbikusita Lewanika, Dr. Katele Kalumba, as well as former associates and the wider public—including individuals he had engaged and paid K50 at the NASDEC gathering.

The overwhelming consensus remains: what he calls “rebranding” was, in reality, an exit. Dr. Mumba is constitutionally free to lead his new political formation, and the MMD wishes him well. However, we urge him—respectfully but firmly—to move on and stop behaving “like an ex who has failed to accept that the relationship is over.” Zambia’s democracy demands honesty, maturity, and respect for institutional legacy.

The MMD is now fully focused on renewal, reorganization, and reclaiming its rightful place as a major political force. We will not be drawn into emotional theatrics or revisionist narratives. Once again, we say: Move on, Dr. Mumba. Let the MMD rebuild.

 Issued by: Charles Kaile National Coordinator

EXTEND VOTER REGISTRATION BY 30 DAYS – MMD INTERIM LEADER

3 days extension is an insult to the electoral process… The Movement for Multi-Party Democracy (MMD), widely recognized as the mother of democracy in Zambia, notes with deep concern that the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has once again extended the voter registration exercise by only three days from 27 November to 29 November 2025.

Mass voter registration exercises have historically run for 90 days, providing ample opportunity for all eligible Zambians to register. A three-day extension is grossly inadequate and will fail to capture thousands of youths who are first-time voters, as well as others still in long registration lines. Denying these citizens the right to register and vote is an attack on democracy and undermines the integrity of the elections.

The MMD fought tirelessly to secure this democracy and remains committed to defending the rights of all Zambians to participate in free, fair, and credible elections. We call upon the ECZ to grant an additional 30 days for voter registration, in line with past practices, ensuring that every eligible citizen especially first-time voters and the youth has a fair opportunity to exercise their democratic rights.

The MMD will continue to fight for democracy in Zambia and urges the ECZ to act decisively to uphold inclusivity, fairness, and electoral integrity.

Hon. Gaston Sichilima Interim Leader MMD

State House Damage Control is poorly done -Bishop Bilon Kalumbinga

To those who have asked me if I have seen this letter (Attached), the answer is, yes, I have, and below is my take. First of all, this letter was done in a hurry. This is firefighting, and the damage control is poorly done. You can see that from the flaws in the letter. We will address that later, but first, let's deal with the real issues. This letter is talking about how the President feels about prayer! That he is a devoted Christian! That he would never stop Christians from holding prayers! That he did not have a hand in stopping the prayers! Etc, etc Those are not the real issues.

The real issue is, let the “investigations” be conducted speedily and provide the answers to:

1. Was the meeting disrupted by police at 21:00 hours? If so, who sent them?

2. Was there a written notice delivered to the organiser in good time, say 2 to 3 days before, to officially inform Apostle Sunday Sinyangwe that the prayers cannot go ahead? And if such a notice exists, why has State House not circulated it?

3. What was the rationale, the reason, the excuse for stopping the prayers?

4. If it is true that the prayers clashed with a government function, what function was that? Since when did the government start holding meetings or functions at night? Because if the prayers were stopped at 21:00hrs that means the government meeting was supposed to start after 22:00hrs!!!!

5. For the venue management to allow people to gather that means Apostle Sunday Sinyangwe booked the venue first. So, why would the government go for a venue that was already booked? These are questions and concerns State House should address.

In the meantime, we will wait for the investigation findings. "STATE HOUSE DISTANCING ITSELF" This "damage contol letter" raises more questions and concerns than solving the problem. State House cannot distance itself. I mean, The Police report to the IG.

The IG reports to the President. So, if some police are trotting around, disrupting prayer meetings and the IG is not aware, and further the President is not aware! Then we have a big problem on our hands! "THE PRESIDENT WOULD NEVER STOP PRAYERS" This is a very bad statement.

The President should not be mentioned in this fashion, because matters of prayers and church (religion) are well provided for in our laws. It shouldn't involve the President in any way. The laws alone has provisions to manage matters of Religion in our country. The President should not be thought of as being able to "allow" or "stop" prayers or worship.

BLESSINGS

Let peace prevail.

Dr Fred M'membe

President of Socialist Party and 2026 Official Candidate