PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema says the constitutional amendment process was put aside to allow for broader consultations, following concerns raised by Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and church leaders. President Hichilema also says he has personally implemented a policy of limited travel in order to redirect savings toward other national needs. Speaking during a swearing-in ceremony at State House, Friday, President Hichilema said the constitutional amendment process was paused to address concerns raised by citizens on the need for broader national consultations. “Cabinet, this President; you have our support [for] the work that you need to do, delicate as it may be, but you are equal to the task. So, you have our support as is needed to do the people’s work....

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