THE European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with Zambia in improving the lives of citizens. Meanwhile, the EU says democracy can only get stronger through participation, dialogue and respect for rights. The EU has also donated equipment worth €221,000 to different civil society organizations, orphanages and media houses, marking the closure of their Election Observation Mission in Zambia. Speaking during the donation ceremony, Thursday, EU Ambassador to Zambia Karolina Stasiak said the EU was committed to its long-standing partnership with Zambia. “Civil society plays a key role in any democracy. It gives citizens a voice. It promotes participation. It helps build trust, accountability and inclusion. They make sure that women, young people and marginalised groups can take...