Nullification of seats has exposed flawed electoral system – Silavwe

Golden Party Zambia (GPZ) president Jackson Silavwe says the ongoing nullification of parliamentary and local government seats is a strong indication that Zambia’s electoral system and process is flawed and needs urgent attention.

Mr. Silavwe says it is unfortunately that not even the legal system of the country can remedy the electoral system and process, adding that it is fundamentally erroneous and does not represent the uniqueness of the nation.

He says Zambia’s electoral system and process is characterized by un-informed voters, saying most voters are ignorant of the roles of an MP or councilor, stating that an average voter at constituency and ward levels expect to be paid or appeased in order to vote for a candidate.

Mr. Silavwe adds that continuous politicking from one general election to the other and politicizing everything has even made real development remain elusive.