Hamadudu Endorses President Hichilema for 2026

Highvie Hamududu, leader of the Party for National Unity and Progress (PNUP), has endorsed President Hakainde Hichilema for the 2026 Zambian Presidential Elections in an act of cross-party support. 

Speaking at the Chabuka Ne Sandula traditional ceremony in Mansa today, Mr. Hamududu praised Hichilema’s economic policies, crediting his leadership with Zambia’s transformative growth.

“Reviving mines, boosting industrial production, and enhancing agriculture are driving economic recovery. Coupled with fiscal discipline, these measures are setting the stage for a reduced cost of living,” Hamududu remarked. 

The former Member National Assembly Member for Bweengwa also praised the government’s energy diversification, describing it as a strategic response to mitigate future drought-induced energy crises.

The event also saw strong endorsements from other leaders, including Mansa MP Dr. Chitalu Chilufya, who highlighted increased Constituency Development Funds (CDF) and free education as transformative policies.

Under Hichilema’s administration, there has been a renewed focus on expanding community development programs. CDF funding will increase to K5.6 billion in 2025, and 9,992 community projects have been implemented under CDF since 2022. 

“CDF has empowered grassroots development, while free education has given vulnerable children access to learning opportunities,” Dr. Chilufya noted.