MUNDUBILE UNVEILS HISTORIC ‘CHITAMBO DECLARATION,’ VOWS TO RESTORE ZAMBIA’S CHRISTIAN VALUES

CHITAMBO DISTRICT – In a move poised to reshape the political discourse ahead of Zambia's next general elections, Brian Mundubile, the presidential candidate for the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), has officially launched what he terms the 'Chitambo Declaration.' This historic pronouncement, made in the revered Chitambo District, signals a profound commitment to re-anchor Zambia's governance and societal fabric in its declared Christian values. Mundubile's declaration explicitly vows to "restore" and "reset" the nation, promising a return to what he describes as righteous principles. The concept of Zambia as a Christian Nation has deep roots, originating from President Frederick Chiluba's declaration on December 29, 1991, shortly after his election. This declaration was later enshrined in the preamble of the Zambian Constitution in 1996. Subsequent administrations, including that of Edgar Lungu, have reaffirmed this status, with the establishment of the Ministry of National Guidance and Religious Affairs and the National Day of Prayer. Mundubile's 'Chitambo Declaration' seeks to invigorate this foundational identity, suggesting that the nation has, in recent times, strayed from these core tenets. He asserts that a government under NRPUP would actively ensure that Christian values permeate all levels of authority and public life. The NRPUP, a political movement founded on principles of unity, inclusive development, democratic governance, and national transformation, aims to build a prosperous Zambia where every citizen can contribute to and benefit from sustainable economic growth and social justice. Mundubile's emphasis on Christian values is a strategic alignment with a significant portion of the Zambian populace, with the 2022 census indicating that 98.0% of Zambians identify as Christian. This strong religious identity often translates into a desire for political leadership that reflects these deeply held beliefs. Critics, howev