ACTING Swedish Ambassador to Zambia Susanna Hughes says while Zambia has made positive strides in increasing the civic space, more needs to be done to strengthen the country’s democracy. And ActionAid Zambia Board Chairperson Pamela Sibanda says the Phase-II project agreement between Zambia and Sweden seeks to ensure that the 2026 elections are held in a conducive environment. Speaking during the signing ceremony of strengthening civil society effectiveness in promoting good governance and increasing citizens’ awareness and demand for human rights in Zambia Phase-II project, Wednesday, Ambassador Hughes said the project would be implemented from 2024 to 2028. “On behalf of the Swedish Embassy, I am delighted to be here this morning as we embark on a second phase of...

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