INSPECTOR General of Police Kakoma Kanganja has directed all political parties intending to hold rallies or public gatherings to seek certification from public health inspectors before notifying police of their intended activity. During the launch of the PF presidential campaign on Wednesday, President Edgar Lungu directed the police and Ministry of Health to ensure enforcement of the COVID-19 pandemic health regulations and guidelines without fear or favour. In a short statement, Thursday, Kanganja said approval of any public gathering by the police would be dependent on the certification and compliance of health guidelines. “In view of political activities which are expected to heighten, owing to the fact that we are in a campaign period, I wish to advise all political...

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