THE Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has with immediate effect suspended PF and UPND campaigns in Lusaka, Namwala, Mpulungu and Nakonde citing escalating violence in the areas. And the Commission has suspended all roadshows for all political parties countrywide, including independent candidates. Speaking at a media briefing, Tuesday, ECZ chief electoral officer Patrick Nshindano said the ban on PF and UPND would be reviewed after 14 days. “The Commission indicated that it will be following the activities for PF and UPND with keen interest, should electoral violence continue both parties risk being suspended. Sadly the commission has observed the continued disregard of the electoral code of conduct and this is despite the counsel rendered. The vice has continued and thus...

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