Chongwe-Saturday 8th August ,2026.
Chongwe District Electoral Officer (DEO) Mr .Damson Mukwato has briefed uniformed staff ahead of the August 13th General Elections, with emphasis on professional conduct, proper coordination and maintaining peace throughout the electoral process.
The DEO urged officers to conduct themselves professionally and impartially, stressing that their conduct will be critical to ensuring that the electoral process is carried out effectively, smoothly and peacefully.
He further reminded the uniformed personnel to give priority and appropriate assistance to persons with disabilities, pregnant women, the elderly and other persons with special needs at polling stations.
The DEO said Zambia has a long-standing reputation for conducting peaceful elections and called on all officers to play their part in safeguarding this positive record during the forthcoming polls.
He urged the uniformed staff to remain disciplined, respectful and committed to their responsibilities, noting that the country is looking to them to help ensure that the August 13 elections are peaceful, orderly and credible.
