JACK Mwiimbu says government should not be blamed for the actions it will take to safeguard national security ahead of the 2026 general elections. Mwiimbu, who is Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, says government has observed an increase in criminal activities, including sophisticated crimes and electoral-related acts of misconduct. Meanwhile, Mwiimbu says political opponents who were so excited that the US government had abandoned Zambia have been shamed after the US committed $1.5 billion to the country’s health sector. Debating the Motion of Supply in Parliament, Tuesday, Mwiimbu said the ministry’s 2026 budget was mainly focused on keeping the country safe before, during and after elections. “The 2026 proposed budget has been prepared with particular focus on ensuring...