Zambia: Ruto Tells Zambians: Elections Decide Who Governs, Not Who Belongs

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: September 2, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia: Ruto Tells Zambians: Elections Decide Who Governs, Not Who Belongs

President William Ruto told Zambians that elections determine who governs the country, not who belongs to a certain community. He emphasized the importance of electoral participation to ensure democratic governance. Ruto also mentioned the need to promote national unity beyond ethnic affiliations.

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