DPP defends appointment of George Chaponda as Leader of Opposition

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has defended its decision to appoint George Chaponda as the new Leader of Opposition in parliament, replacing Mary Navicha who was acting in the position.

Gender activists, including Maggie Kathewera Banda, Beatrice Mateyu, and Carol Mvalo, had criticized the move, saying it was a setback for women’s leadership and a missed opportunity for the party to champion the 50-50 campaign.

However, DPP Spokesperson Shadrick Namalomba argued that...