CHIEF Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa has encouraged citizens to utilise solar energy during the load shedding period. And Mweetwa says Tanzania and Uganda have informed government that they are ready to export maize to Zambia. Meanwhile, Mweetwa says Zambians will still vote for President Hakainde Hichilema in 2026 because no one would want to change government when they are enjoying peace. Speaking at a media briefing, Saturday, Mweetwa said the limited electricity being generated should be directed to economic activities. “Government will mitigate this situation by ensuring that we place ourselves in a position of importing power. Government has put in place measures to ensure that alternative sources of energy are promoted. The promotion of solar farms and more incentives...

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