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Zambia’s main opposition party, the Patriotic Front, may have moved to put its home in order as the Tonse Alliance battles to remain cohesive ahead of 2026 polls.
The Central Committee met on Monday, October 6, 2025, at the PF Secretariat in Lusaka, where it made several key resolutions aimed at strengthening internal unity and preparing for the upcoming conference.
The meeting was chaired by Acting Party President, Given Lubinda, and attended by National Chairman Emmanuel Mpakata, National Chairlady Mulenga Kampamba, Chairperson for Legal Affairs George Chisanga, and Secretary General Raphael Nakacinda.
“The meeting was characterised by unity, discipline, and constructive deliberations aimed at consolidating the party’s structures and reaffirming its commitment to the Tonse Alliance,” Nakacinda claimed.
He said that after extensive discussions, the Central Committee adopted a number of resolutions, including a declaration on the so-called ‘Tonse List.’
Nakacinda announced that the Central Committee had declared the purported ‘Tonse List’ illegal and of no effect.
“All PF members who may have appeared on that list are directed to regard such appointments as invalid and not sanctioned by the party,” he said.
He added that the committee resolved that only the PF Secretary General or the duly recognised Tonse Alliance Chairperson are authorised to convene or approve any Tonse Alliance meetings involving PF members.
“Any meeting not called through these official channels is deemed illegal, and all PF members are prohibited from attending,” Nakacinda warned.
He further stated that all appointments or deployments of PF members into any alliance or related structure must be approved by the Central Committee through official party channels.
The meeting also approved the Conference Organising Committee, which will oversee preparations for the forthcoming PF General Conference.
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Nakacinda called on party members to give their full cooperation and logistical support to ensure the successful hosting of the event, expressing gratitude to Central Committee members for their overwhelming attendance and active participation.
“The party leadership commended the unity of purpose demonstrated throughout the meeting and called for continued discipline and loyalty at all levels,” Nakacinda said.
He reaffirmed PF’s commitment to internal renewal, unity, and democratic principles, saying the party remains resolute in protecting its structures, defending its members, and upholding the values of service, justice, and inclusiveness.
Meanwhile, the Central Committee approved the appointment of a special committee to visit the family of the late President Edgar Lungu to update them on progress made towards the party’s forthcoming General Conference.
Nakacinda, said the move reflected the party’s continued respect for the legacy and leadership of the late President.
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