THE United Nations (UN) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting government in consolidating democratic gains. This follows recent remarks by United Nations Special Rapporteur Gina Romero, where she called on Zambian authorities to release all “political detainees” and “restore” democratic accountability. In a congratulatory message to President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, Thursday, UN Secretary General António Guterres reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals for a prosperous Zambia for all. “The United Nations (UN) Secretary General António Guterres, has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on the assumption of a new term of office as President of the Republic of Zambia. In the message, Mr Guterres reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to continue supporting the Zambian Government in advancing...