{"id":4391,"date":"2021-08-19T14:43:01","date_gmt":"2021-08-19T14:43:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/malawi\/all-news\/malawi-political-leaders-congratulate-zambias-president-elect-hichilema"},"modified":"2021-08-19T14:47:28","modified_gmt":"2021-08-19T14:47:28","slug":"malawi-political-leaders-congratulate-zambias-president-elect-hichilema","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/malawi\/all-news\/malawi-political-leaders-congratulate-zambias-president-elect-hichilema","title":{"rendered":"Malawi political leaders congratulate Zambia\u2019s president-elect Hichilema"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press<\/a> – Malawi<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span>Prominent political leaders in Malawi have joined President Lazarus Chakwera in congratulating Zambia\u2019s president-elect, Hakainde Hichilema, aka \u2018Bally\u2019, on his victory following general elections held on August 12, 2021.<\/p>\n

On Monday, August 16, 2021, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chairperson Justice Esau Chulu declared Hichilema winner of the closely contested presidential election. Out of the votes counted from 155 constituencies (out of 156), Hichilema had amassed 2,810,777 against incumbent President Edgar Chagwa Lungu\u2019s 1,814,201.<\/p>\n

Malawi\u2019s Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima said in a brief statement he and his wife, Mary, extend \u201cprofound and sincere congratulations to our brothers and sisters of the Republic of Zambia on the occasion of successful election\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe congratulate the president-elect and the United Party for National Development (UNDP) for the electoral victory at the polls. We pray to God to bless the President Elect sumptuously with deep wisdom and compassion to lead Zambia to greatness.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur sincere aspirations are for the continued cordiality and warmth between the peoples of our nations,\u201d reads the statement.<\/p>\n

Leader of Opposition in Parliament Kondwani Nankhumwa has also issued a statement extending warm congratulations to Hichilema on being elected as the 7th President of the Republic of Zambia.<\/p>\n

\u201cI wish to extend my best wishes to the president-elect for his success as he prepares to take up the responsibilities and challenges of Zambia\u2019s high office.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am optimistic that the warm relationship and good neighbourliness that exist between Zambians and Malawians will continue to flourish under the leadership of His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema. Zambians have spoken and it will be important for those that have lost to accept the will of the people for continued peace and tranquillity across Zambia,\u201d said Nankhumwa who is also Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Vice President for Southern Region.<\/p>\n

President of United Democratic Front (UDF) Atupele Austin Muluzi also congratulated the president-elect. In a brief statement, Muluzi said: \u201cDear President Elect, please accept my warm congratulations on your victory. My best wishes as you prepare to take the responsibilities and challenges of your high office\u201d.<\/p>\n

On Saturday, the outgoing President Lungu claimed the polls were not free and fair. He alleged his Patriotic Front (PF) poll officials were chased from some polling stations in UPND stronghold provinces.<\/p>\n

However, on Monday, President Lungu conceded defeat and congratulated Hichilema, signalling a smooth transition of power. In a statement, President Lungu thanked \u201ccountrymen, women and the youth\u201d for the authority vested in him since 2015.<\/p>\n

\u201cAll I ever wanted was to serve my country to the best of my abilities, and together with you, we indeed scored in many areas. Of course, there were challenges on the way, but what I appreciated most was your support during the tough times.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe held our general elections on Thursday, 12th August, 2021, and the Electoral Commission of Zambia has released the final election results. Based on the revelation of the ECZ final results, I will comply with the constitutional provisions for a peaceful transition of power.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would, therefore, like to congratulate my brother, the president-elect, His Excellency, Mr Hakainde Hichilema for becoming the 7th Republican President,\u201d he said in a statement he read on state television.<\/p>\n

The outgoing leader also congratulated those who participated in this general election and won at various levels. \u201cLastly, I would like to thank all those who voted for my party, the Patriot Front and I. To you I say, your vote was not in vain, please continue supporting us,\u201d said Lungu.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Malawi. Prominent political leaders in Malawi have joined President Lazarus Chakwera in congratulating Zambia\u2019s president-elect, Hakainde Hichilema, aka \u2018Bally\u2019, on his victory following general elections held on August 12, 2021. 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