Mundubile, Makebu begin presidential race with Kitwe rally

National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) presidential candidate Brian Mundubile on Saturday officially launched his campaign during a rally at Kitwe Playing Fields (KPF), drawing large crowds of supporters.

Mundubile, who was accompanied by his running mate Makebi Zulu and leaders of the Tonse Alliance, told supporters that Zambia would experience a “second independence” if the alliance formed government after the August 13, 2026 elections.

“The Tonse Alliance is determined to repeal repressive laws such as the Cyber Crimes and Cyber Security laws, which are an affront to true democracy. There will be a second independence and people will be free once again,” Mundubile said.

The NRPUP leader also pledged to empower copper scavengers by granting them mineral rights and providing equipment to enable them to mine in a safer and more organised environment.

He further promised to increase the participation of local suppliers and contractors in the mining value chain, saying the benefits of mining had not been adequately shared among Zambians.

Mundubile also committed to revitalising the agriculture and manufacturing sectors to create employment opportunities for young people.

Meanwhile, Zulu said the Mundubile administration would prioritise youth empowerment and poverty reduction while maintaining Zambia’s status as a Christian nation.

Before delivering his address, Mundubile knelt before the crowd and asked Zulu to offer a prayer for him.

Among those who attended the rally were Tonse Alliance Vice President Chifumu Banda, United Liberal Party president Sakwiba Sikota, Economic Freedom Fighters president Kasonde Mwenda, and Green Party leader Peter Sinkamba, among other alliance leaders.

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