Mwiimbu Urges Police to Prepare for 2026 General Election

By Rosemary Kamanga

Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister, Jack Mwiimbu, has urged the Police Command to prepare adequately for the 2026 General Election to ensure law and order.

Mr. Mwiimbu has also called on the Police Command to adhere to the Presidential directive against over-detaining suspects.

He says those with bondable offenses must be bonded unless they are perpetual offenders.

According to a statement by the police, Mr. Mwiimbu said this during a meeting with the Zambia Police Service Command in Lusaka to address pressing issues within the service.

The Minister reminded the Police Command to only tolerate approved roadblocks.

Mr. Mwiimbu said there is a need for high levels of discipline among officers, particularly male officers.

Inspector General of Police Graphael Musamba assured Mr. Mwiimbu of the Police Command’s commitment to addressing the concerns raised.