Kakubo elected MP for Kapiri Mposhi West

United Party for National Development (UPND) candidate Stanley Kakubo has been officially declared the duly elected Member of Parliament for the newly demarcated Kapiri Mposhi West constituency. The declaration follows the conclusion of polling in the area, marking a pivotal moment in the local political landscape as constituents cast their ballots to shape parliamentary representation under the ruling administration. Mr. Kakubo, a prominent figure within the ruling party and former cabinet minister, navigated a competitive electoral race in Central Province. The constituency, which underwent recent boundary delimitations splitting the former Kapiri Mposhi seat into eastern and western zones, witnessed intense campaigning from various political formations and independent contenders. Supporters celebrated the announcement as an endorsement of the UPND's local governance framework and developmental agenda. Speaking following the declaration, Mr. Kakubo expressed gratitude to the electorate of Kapiri Mposhi West for placing their trust in his leadership. He emphasized the importance of unity and accelerated grassroots development, noting the unique responsibility of establishing representation for the newly formed constituency. Local party structures hailed the outcome as a testament to the enduring appeal of the ruling party's policies in Central Province. However, the victory comes amidst rigorous expectations from residents who have consistently voiced demands for improved infrastructure, better road networks, and transparent utilization of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). Political analysts note that while securing the seat is a major triumph for the UPND, the newly elected lawmaker faces immediate pressure to deliver tangible socioeconomic transformation to address community concerns raised during the campaign trail. As the Electoral Commission of Zambia continues to finalize tallying processes nationwide, attention now shifts toward the official swear