I did not sell any of my properties to fund my campaign, an adoption came freely and I participated- Chrispin Chiinda

The 2026 general elections have officially drawn to a close, with the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) finalizing pronouncements across various constituencies. In Munali Constituency, one of Lusaka's most densely populated and politically contested areas, local entrepreneur and political figure Chrispin Chiinda—widely known as Chris Mall—has broken his silence following the ballot count. Addressing the electorate and his supporters, Chiinda expressed profound gratitude for the votes he received, while taking the opportunity to clear the air regarding persistent rumors concerning his financial standing during the campaign season. Throughout the intense electoral cycle, opposition and rival camps frequently whispered about the financial backing of independent and smaller-party candidates. Rumors had swirled across social media platforms and local circles claiming that Chiinda had liquidated his hard-earned commercial real estate assets, including his signature shopping outlets and residential properties in Chelstone and Chamba Valley, to bankroll his political ambitions. Categorically dismissing these claims, Chiinda emphasized that his business empire remains intact and that his decision to join the race was driven by a genuine commitment to grassroots community development rather than financial desperation. "I did not sell any of my properties to fund my campaign or buy anything else; my adoption came freely, and I participated," Chiinda stated, thanking the thousands of Munali residents who stood by him at the polls. He noted that malicious political opponents often resort to character assassination and fabricated stories to destabilize strong contenders, urging the public to treat such narratives with the contempt they deserve. Chiinda reiterated that his journey as a self-made businessman in Lusaka has always been rooted in resilience, community building, and direct engagement with the urban populace who watched him grow from the local compounds to establis