LONG after the August elections were concluded, the conversation has continued around credibility of the outcome. All the way from Brussels, the European Union is calling for transparency and reconciliation. But the ruling party wants closure as quickly as possible. The EU Election Observation Mission has questioned aspects of the polls and the country’s democratic environment. Its chief observer, Michael McNamara, has also expressed interest in the proceedings involving opposition leaders Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu. UPND Elections Chairperson Likando Mufalali has responded by warning the Europeans against protecting criminals, insisting that the law must take its course. There is an irony here. The EU is calling for respect for the rule of law, while the UPND...




