CHAPTER One Foundation Executive Director Josiah Kalala has urged the UPND to focus on democratic consolidation during it’s second term, noting that corruption is sustained by concentrated power and weak institutions. The UPND began its second term last Tuesday when President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in at Heroes Stadium in Lusaka. In an interview, Sunday, Kalala said a successful second term should leave Zambia with stronger institutions, and a more professional public service, greater equality of opportunity and less concentration of power. “The UPND’s second term should focus on democratic consolidation. Corruption is sustained by concentrated power, weak institutions, opaque systems and political discretion. The response should include transparent procurement, stronger access to information, credible asset declarations and lifestyle audits,...

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