UPND Alliance
UPND Alliance | |
|---|---|
| President of the UPND | Hakainde Hichilema |
| Leader of the MDC | Felix Mutati |
| Leader of the ADD | Charles Milupi |
| Leader of NAREP | Ezra Tikwiza Ngulube |
| Leader of the UPP | Saviour Chishimba |
| Founded | 14 February 2021 |
| Headquarters | Lusaka, Zambia |
| Ideology | |
| Political position |
|
| Member parties | United Party for National Development Movement for Democratic Change Alliance for Democracy and Development National Restoration Party United Progressive Party |
| National Assembly seats | 82 / 156 |
The UPND Alliance is a political coalition in Zambia, formed to consolidate opposition parties ahead of the 2021 general elections. The alliance is led by the United Party for National Development (UPND), with other key members including the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) and the Alliance for Democracy and Development (ADD).[1][2] The UPND Alliance secured a significant victory in the 2021 elections, resulting in Hakainde Hichilema becoming the 7th president of Zambia.
The Alliance was established in response to the political and economic challenges facing Zambia under the previous government, aiming to bring about reform and development.[3] The UPND Alliance continues to play a significant role in Zambian politics, navigating challenges such as internal party dynamics and the expectations of its coalition members.[4]
In recent developments, the National Restoration Party (NAREP) has been active in challenging international human rights experts and advocating for Zambia's position on human rights issues.[5] Ezra Tikwiza Ngulube, the leader of NAREP, has also been involved in inviting UN experts to Lusaka to address various issues facing the country.[6] Additionally, there have been reports of leadership transitions and organizational changes within the UPND Alliance, including the role of NAREP in coalition activities.[7]
Constituent parties
[edit]The UPND Alliance is currently composed of the following political parties:
| Party | Abbreviation | Ideology | National Assembly of Zambia | Government |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Party for National Development | UPND | Liberalism Social democracy |
82 / 156
|
In government |
| Alliance for Democracy and Development | ADD | Democratic principles | 0 / 156
|
In government but not represented in the National Assembly |
| United Progressive Party | UPP | Progressivism | 0 / 156
|
In government but not represented in the National Assembly |
| Movement for Democratic Change | MDC | Democracy | 0 / 156
|
In government but not represented in the National Assembly |
| National Restoration Party | NAREP | Conservatism | 0 / 156
|
In government but not represented in the National Assembly |
References
[edit]- ^ "Opposition parties form UPND Alliance with HH as presidential candidate". Open Zambia. 25 February 2021. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
- ^ "All presidents of parties which are part of UPND alliance deserve jobs - Msoni". News Diggers. 27 June 2022. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
- ^ "Wynter Kabimba has joined the UPND Alliance". Zambian Observer. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
- ^ "UPND Alliance intact - Mutati". Zambia Daily Mail. 21 May 2024. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
- ^ "National Restoration Party challenges UN experts to prove Zambia human rights violations". Zambia Monitor. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
- ^ "Invite the UN independent experts to Lusaka - Ezra Ngulube". Zambian Observer. Retrieved 1 September 2024.
- ^ "NAREP President takes up mantle of UPND Alliance megaphone". Kalemba News. Retrieved 1 September 2024.