FORMER Kasenengwa MP Sensio Banda says ECZ’s proposal to extend the deadline for releasing the 2026 presidential election results by four days opens the door to potential manipulation. Presenting the 2026 election roadmap last Friday, Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Director of Electoral Operations Royd Katongo disclosed that the 2026 general election would be held on Thursday, August 13, 2026, while the results would be declared on August 17, 2026. “…the chief electoral officers will certify the register of voters to be used in the 2026 general election and this one will be done from 18th of May 2026 to 22nd May 2026. All those who qualify or who meet the set criteria are free to come and file in...