If you vote back UPND you will be eating your own children [mukatifye Ka John aka nakena akakene eko twalalya]-Kambwili

LUSAKA – Former Roan Member of Parliament and Citizens First (CF) parliamentary candidate, Chishimba Kambwili, has ignited a fresh political debate with his recent remarks, cautioning Zambians against re-electing the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND). Speaking to an energized crowd at a campaign rally, Kambwili employed highly charged language, asserting that a return of the UPND to power would plunge the nation into such severe economic distress that citizens would metaphorically be compelled to 'eat their own children' – a local idiom signifying extreme destitution and desperation. The controversial statement, delivered in Bemba as "mukatifye Ka John aka nakena akakene eko twalalya," translates to a dire prediction of societal collapse under continued UPND governance. Kambwili, a seasoned politician known for his outspoken and often provocative style, emphasized that his warning stemmed from what he perceives as the current administration's failure to address pressing economic challenges, including the rising cost of living, high unemployment rates, and persistent issues in key sectors like agriculture and energy. His address sought to galvanize opposition support by painting a grim picture of the country's future under the incumbent party. Political analysts suggest that Kambwili's rhetoric, while extreme, is a calculated move to capture public attention and articulate the frustrations felt by a segment of the population grappling with economic hardships. Such strong language is not uncommon in Zambian political discourse, particularly during intense campaign periods, as politicians strive to differentiate themselves and their parties from rivals. The Citizens First party, still establishing its footprint, relies on such prominent figures to amplify its message and challenge the dominance of larger political entities. However, critics argue that such inflammatory statements risk inciting fear and division rather than fostering constructive de