SECRETARY to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has directed all public service officers who have intentions to participate in the 2026 General Elections to resign from public office by May 15, 2026. In Cabinet Office Circular No. 10 of 2026, Kangwa said the directive was intended to protect the integrity and impartiality of the public service as it implements government programmes before, during and after the elections. “All Public Service Officers, including those serving in Foreign Missions, Quasi-Government, Grant Aided Institutions, and State-Owned Enterprises, who have ambitions and intentions to participate in the 2026 General Elections, must indicate in writing and state their informed decision to my office by 30th April, 2026 and to resign from the public office by 15th...




