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05/08/2026

SHARED POST | PUBLIC PAGE FEATURE

The young man from Sesheke West writes again. A political advice well packaged in a psychological manner. Having been following his write-ups, this one is one of the core and most powerful write-ups yet.

We found this timely as the nation heads toward voting week. We have decided to share it in full for the public to read, reflect and learn.

ORIGINAL POST BY PROF. SIMON K. NDHLOVU:

SALT SANA

There is a picture in my palm that has become a mirror of our nation - two green tomatoes, a pinch of white salt, and a handful of red chilli. From afar, it looks like a healthy appetizer, salty-chilicised-fruteee, a good and colourful chopping. But every Zambian knows that the outlook of a decision looks different until it produces its real taste.

Green tomato is sour before it ripens, chilli is beautiful but it burns the tongue, and salt preserves food but punishes an open wound. When you combine the three, you get what our elders call Salt Sana - adding salt on the wounds. This is the political psychology we must confront today as a nation.

As the old proverb says, Umunwe umo tausala nda - one finger cannot pick lice. And Akachila kambwili, kashimikila abengi - when a small bird cries, it warns the whole village. This message is not for one party, it is for the whole village that is Zambia.

Let us speak truth with wisdom. The Presidency, under President Hakainde Hichilema, has given clear direction - peace, rule of law, reconciliation, and One Zambia One Nation. No cadreism, no revenge, no blood. The Head has shown the way, and that leadership must be commended and protected. A good shepherd does not feed his flock with pepper.

The danger lies not at the top, but at the bottom. Some cadres have taken politics personal and emotional. An opinion becomes an insult, a debate becomes a fight, a different party colour becomes enmity. This is Salt Sana. You may think you are defending the party, but you are adding salt to the wounds of ordinary Zambians who are already hurting.

Look at the case that has shaken us - General Kanene - and many other criminal reports across the nation. However we feel about them, they teach us one lesson: when justice is mixed with emotions and political excitement, the taste changes. Let the law work without chilli in its eyes. The wisdom of the Presidency has been to let institutions work independently, and we as citizens must borrow that same wisdom.

Psychology teaches us that a wounded voter does not remember who caused the original wound, he remembers who made it burn. When you pour salt, pepper and sour tomato on a people who are already struggling with prices, jobs and life, they will not thank you for loyalty - they will move away quietly. That is how a strong party loses strength, not from State House, but from the street.

We are approaching voting week. This is not time for division and brutality. As our elders say, Umozi ngwakupya, kulekana kwakusabuka - unity is like fire that cooks together, division is like scattering ashes. Division has never built a house, and no nation has ever developed through insults and fists.

To all youths, my brothers and sisters in UPND, PF, Socialist Party and all movements - I urge you, remain peaceful, united and together. Your neighbour is not your enemy because he thinks differently. Zambia is bigger than a political T-shirt. What you hold in your hand today as small - a careless word, a stone, a threat - can burn the whole mouth of the nation tomorrow.

Therefore, let us choose a healthy chopping. Let Zambia be the salt that preserves, not the salt that wounds. And I will close with the timeless words of the Presidency himself, words the social world holds dear. On Unity Day he said, In 2021, we chose peace. We chose the ballot over the fist, the future over fear. That choice changed the course of this nation. This year, let us choose peace again. And on Kenneth Kaunda Day he reminded us, One Zambia, One Nation, One People, must continue to guide us.

Let us not add salt where healing is needed,
Let us plant peace where hatred was seeded,
For Zambia is one, and one we must remain,
United in sun and united in rain.

Yours in writings,
The Gifted Hands
Prof. Simon K. Ndhlovu

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What are your thoughts on this powerful message? Let's discuss peacefully in the comments. One Zambia, One Nation.

27/07/2026

19.07.2026.

AN OPEN LETTER.

Dear Katima Mulilo Ward,

As a candidate seeking a 5 years mandate to serve you as a Councillor, it is my gratitude and shared responsibility to enlighten you on your constitutional rights as you take part in this year's elections.

Every Zambian citizen of 18 years old and above, also holder of a Zambian National Registration Card as well as a Voter's Card, is eligible to cast a vote on Aug 13th General Election.

This is within your rights, and in Zambia, it is constitutionally exercised every 5 years after a General Election and in every by elections that may arise in the country.

It is also very important for every Zambian to note you have every right to endorse a Political Party and Candidates of your choices during this process without any force or intimidation. It is also the right of every Zambian who may wish to contest in an election to constitutionally file nomination documents either on a Political Party or Independent ticket.

Therefore, this right also gives you an opportunity to elect a leader of your choices, credible enough to deliver positive services in your communities.

Don't be forced to vote for your representatives on the basis of Political Party loyalties or alignments, we did this, you did this in 2021 and it's up to you to judge whether that political pattern worked or delivered to your own expectations.

Those forcing you to vote for political party patterns, or rather suit are doing their political work that they earn a decent livelihood out of it, and moreover they don't even vote from here, they don't even stay with you here, they don't even visit you during your years of struggling. You only see them reappear when it's time for campaigns, deceiving you to vote for a party pattern or suit, off they get paid from their political paymasters and vanish, leaving you with leaders who are not ready to serve, leaders who have no ideas on how development should come about, leaders not capable to deliver and this is the main cause of poverty in our communities. Don't Vote for a Political Party pattern, exercise your rights and Vote for leaders you believe and have trust they will deliver.

Judge for yourselves, you voted for political party patterns in 2021, has that satisfied you in terms of development? The answer is a big "NO", don't be swayed again!
Asses the candidates and choose wisely on Aug 13th.

Vote wisely
Your Vote is your secret!

ISSUED:

LUBINDA MUKUMBUTA.
Katima Mulilo Ward,
Independent Candidate/Councillor.

03/07/2026

Western Province Statement on Leadership, Unity, and the Value of Local Talent
_For ImmediatePublic Circulation_

We, the people of Western Province, speak with one clear voice. We are a royal people, a people of order, of togetherness, and of truth spoken without insult. We do not entertain provocation dressed as politics. Our measure is simple: respect for office, respect for citizens, and respect for the future we must build together.

Our standard begins at home. We settle matters with dignity. We do not allow errors that begin in the bedroom to collapse into the sitting room. We correct, we counsel, and we move forward. That is the character we demand from ourselves, and that is the character we expect from those who seek to lead us.

Our top priority as a Province and as a Republic in 2026 is His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema. This is not a slogan. It is a decision rooted in what we see, what we feel, and what our children are experiencing in classrooms across Nkalata, Katima, Mongu, Sesheke, and every village in between.

Under President Hichilema, policy has moved from promise to practice. Free education is now law. It has removed the barrier that once kept many learners out. It is restoring hope to families who sacrificed everything for school fees, and it is placing skills, discipline, and dignity at the centre of our national project.

We are content with this direction because it is rooted in service, not noise. The government has placed agriculture, roads, health, and education at the core of development. It has restored calm at the border, strengthened public institutions, and created space for citizens to debate without fear. That is leadership that understands the home first, and the nation second.

We declare our position for 2026 with defence and clarity. President Hakainde Hichilema is our choice, our priority, and our winning direction. We are not moved by statements that seek to divide Barotseland from Zambia, nor by language that treats development as a favour to be granted or withdrawn.

We expect development as a right. It must be delivered through consultation, through planning, and through respect for royal and community structures. The Barotse Royal Establishment, our chiefs, our councils, and our citizens must be at the table from the beginning, not invited after decisions are made.

To those who mistake volume for leadership, we answer plainly. Westerners value evidence over echo. We value leaders who sit with the BRE, who work with chiefs, who listen to councils, and who build from lived realities. That is the standard President Hichilema has set, and that is the standard we will defend without apology. We also speak to the wounds of the past with honesty. We remember promises made and not kept. We remember statements that insulted the union-based foundation of our Republic. We carry no bitterness, but we carry memory. Memory teaches us to test every leader by works, not words.

For Barotseland, our expectation is specific and practical. We need quality roads, including the Mongu-Lusaka and Sesheke-Livingstone corridors. We need investment in cattle, veterinary services, and the prevention of foot and mouth disease to grow the beef industry. We need more secondary schools and teachers who understand our language and culture.

We need our airports upgraded, our hotels and lodges staffed by locals who are trained and prioritised, and our extension officers deployed where farmers actually work. These are not favours. They are the foundations of an economy that feeds families and keeps young people off the street.

We place youth at the centre of this vision. Writing, sport, drama, martial arts, boxing, and football must be supported together. When we invest in books, stages, rings, and fields, we produce citizens who can think, lead, create jobs, and represent Zambia with pride. That is how we match and exceed what our African neighbours and the West have done.

We are not campaigning against anyone. We are campaigning for something. We are campaigning for peace, for unity, and for prosperity built on research, local knowledge, and specific context. That is the meaning of reconciliation, and that is the meaning of progress.

Therefore, with defence and clarity, we state our resolve. In 2026, Western Province will protect the gains made under His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema, deepen them, and carry them forward. We will not be distracted. We will not be divided.

We are content with this direction because it is rooted in service, not noise. The government has placed agriculture, roads, health, and education at the core of development. It has restored calm at the border, strengthened public institutions, and created space for citizens to debate without fear. That is leadership that understands the home first, and the nation second.

26/06/2026

Serious Accident Reported in Silolo Area, Investigations Ongoing

A road accident involving a Hilex and a Toyota Corolla has been reported in the Silolo area. Preliminary information indicates that one elderly woman sustained two serious injuries, while two other passengers are also said to have been seriously injured. We are relieved to confirm that no life has been lost at this stage.

Details surrounding the incident remain limited as authorities are still working to establish the full facts. The exact cause of the collision, the condition of the vehicles, and the time of the accident have not yet been confirmed.

We extend our thoughts and prayers to all those injured and wish them a swift and full recovery. Our team is actively sourcing accurate and verified information from relevant authorities and will share a complete update as soon as it becomes available.

We urge members of the public to treat this report as preliminary. Further details will be communicated once confirmed.

Sourced and issued by: Sesheke West Media

25/06/2026

The Small Snare That Brought Down a House

There was a farmer who kept nuts in his house. Every night a small rat would come and take a few. The farmer got tired, so he set a trap and waited. That night the rat went to bed hungry. Hunger makes even the smallest voice speak.

The rat ran to the c**k and begged, “Brother, use your claws to break this trap.” The c**k stepped back and said, “If I help and my claws get cut, what will I do? Traps are not my work.” The rat looked at him and said, “When trouble comes to a house, it does not visit one room only.” The c**k walked away, thinking his feathers would keep him safe.

Then the rat went to the goat. “Goat, your horns are strong. Please break this trap for me.” The goat chewed grass and replied, “I eat grass, not nuts. This is not my problem.” The rat warned, “The same wind that shakes one tree will shake the whole forest.” But the goat felt his field was far away.

The cow heard this too and smiled. “My horns are too wide for that small door. A farmer’s trap is not a cow’s problem.” The rat sighed and said, “One day you will learn that a problem left at the door can become a funeral in the yard.” The cow did not believe it. Big animals often forget that small things can knock them down.

Only the snake said yes. It went into the dark house to loosen the trap. The farmer heard noise and struck in fear. The snake bit to save itself and ran away. The farmer was badly hurt. The house that wanted to catch a rat had caught something much worse.

Fear filled the home. The family called a healer. The healer said, “We need a c**k to clean this home.” The same c**k that refused to help was killed first. As the knife came down, the rat whispered, “I told you, when trouble comes, we all feel it.” But the farmer did not get better.

When the farmer was still sick, the healer said, “We need goat’s blood now.” The goat that said “grass is my work” was taken next. The rat stood nearby and said the same words again. Still, the farmer grew weaker, because a small mistake left alone will grow teeth.

The farmer died. For the funeral, the family killed the big bull for meat. The bull that said “my horns are too wide for that door” became food for mourners. The rat watched and said one last time, “A trap set for one becomes a trap for all.”

The Lesson for Leaders and People
In politics, a “small rat” looks harmless. It can be one bad choice, one broken promise, one small law written to hurt one person. A minister will say, “That is not my work.” A citizen will say, “That is not my business.” But strong steel is made from tiny nails. The trap you ignore today can become the law that ties your own hands tomorrow.

So watch the small things with a big heart. Do not wait for the snake to bite before you remove the trap. Fix the small wrong while it is still small. The mistakes we call “minor” today are the same ones that can take a leader’s seat, break a team’s trust, and steal a nation’s peace tomorrow.

Stay together. Guard the small things.

Story by Sesheke West Media Team

24/06/2026

SESHEKE WEST HAS REJECTED "THE SUIT" POLITICS.

For many years, people are being told to vote suit — the political party first. However, the people of Sesheke West Constituency have now rejected that idea.

This time, the people have decided to vote for capable leaders, not political party jackets. They have chosen to wear the trousers without the jacket, meaning they are focusing on individuals who can deliver development.

The people want leaders who can solve their challenges of poor roads, inadequate health facilities, lack of clean water, unemployment, and poor education services.

Independent aspiring Member of Parliament Hon. Siyanga Siyauya for Sesheke West and Hon. Lubinda Mukumbuta Councillor for Katima Mulilo Ward have pledged to work closely with communities to bring meaningful development. They believe development should not depend only on the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) but also on innovative initiatives, partnerships, and active community participation.

The people of Sesheke West Constituency are ready to vote for leaders with proven records. They are ready to support leaders with vision, commitment, and a heart for service. The two leaders are fully supporting President Hakainde Hichilema's vision but reaffirmed the fact that the Party suit voting is a let down as some candidates only rely on Party tickets to ascend to leadership as it has been the case in 2021 to 2026.

Vote for development.
Vote for leadership that delivers.
Vote for HH.

08/06/2026

SESHEKE WEST MEDIA REPORT
Sesheke District, Western Province

Sesheke West Media has received with deep sorrow the news of the passing of Kabika Bugrey, grandson of His Royal Highness Chief Sekute of Kazungula District. The incident occurred yesterday evening in Mwandi District, which neighbors Sesheke District in Western Province. Mr. Bugrey drowned in the Zambezi River while executing his duties with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife at Simalaha. He was described as a disciplined officer and a proud son of the Sekute royal establishment whose life was cut short in service to the nation.

We are informed that the body has since been recovered. The family is currently coordinating funeral arrangements. This report serves strictly as an information update to the people of Sesheke West and beyond. It is not a call for contributions. The full funeral program and details will be communicated once consultations with the family and the palace are concluded.

The people of Sesheke West join the family and the nation in mourning. We extend our heartfelt condolences and ask for prayers for the departed. May the Almighty grant Kabika Bugrey eternal rest and give his family strength during this difficult time. Rest well, our brother. You served with honor.

Issued by Sesheke West Media

03/06/2026

Sesheke West Media Commends Hon. Lubinda Mukubuta

Sesheke West Media commends aspiring candidate Hon. Lubinda Mukubuta for successfully filing in as an independent candidate.

According to him, he was denied the UPND ticket, but he remains committed to serving the people. He says he is willing to work for the good people of Katima Mulilo Ward. He also pledged to listen to their concerns and meet their needs.

Hon. Mukubuta further stated that he is willing to work with whoever will be elected as Member of Parliament, for the good of the community.

As a true son of the soil, Mukubuta pledges to develop Katima Mulilo Ward. He is willing to lobby for funds to ensure that development reaches every citizen’s doorstep.

He also stated that he remains loyal to the UPND party. It was not his wish to stand as an independent candidate, but his nomination success was turned upside down.

Sourced and issued by Sesheke West Media

21/05/2026

SESHEKE WEST MEDIA REPORTS

Sesheke West Media recently paid a courtesy visit to Mr. Martin Mutemwa Malamo, a 79-year-old senior citizen of Katima Mulilo, who has been struggling with a leg problem since November 2025. Upon hearing about his condition, our team visited him and arranged for his admission at Yeta General Hospital.

Due to the severity of his condition, Mr. Malamo was later transferred to Livingstone, where doctors made the difficult decision to amputate his leg. As a result, this dedicated father, grandfather, and community member is now in dire need of support.

Mr. Malamo's situation is particularly heartbreaking because he was once self-sufficient, earning a living through gardening and sewing clothes. His current condition has left him unable to work, and he requires assistance to navigate his daily life.

We are appealing to well-wishers, non-governmental organizations, and the UPND government to come forward and support Mr. Malamo. Specifically, we are requesting a wheelchair to help him regain some independence, as it is challenging for him to walk with crutches.

As a senior citizen of Sesheke West, Mr. Malamo deserves our attention and care. His story is a reminder of the importance of community support, especially for those in need. We urge leaders of Sesheke West Constituency to lend their support to this noble cause.

We believe that with collective efforts, we can make a significant difference in Mr. Malamo's life. Your contribution, no matter how small, will go a long way in helping him cope with his new reality.

In addition to a wheelchair, Mr. Malamo would benefit from other forms of assistance, such as food, clothing, and medical supplies. We encourage all well-wishers to reach out and offer whatever support they can.

To those who wish to support Mr. Malamo, please contact him directly at +260979009322 or reach out to Sesheke West Media on +260779868641. Every gesture of kindness will be greatly appreciated.

Let us rally behind Mr. Malamo and show him that he is not alone in this challenging time. Together, we can help him rebuild his life and restore his dignity.

By supporting Mr. Malamo, we not only touch his life but also earn blessings from a grateful heart. Let us come together to make a difference in the life of this remarkable individual.

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