August 11th ,2026-Mansa District has successfully completed the final verification of ballot papers for all 216 polling stations ahead of the 2026 General Elections.
The verification exercise, held at the Mansa Municipal Council Civic Centre, covered all three constituencies in the district, Mansa East, Mansa West and Bahati, and brought together various electoral stakeholders to scrutinise and verify the ballot papers in preparation for polling day.
Speaking during the exercise, Mansa District Electoral Officer, Dr. Josephine Mwanza, said the verification was the last ballot paper verification exercise ahead of the polls, marking another important milestone in the district’s preparations for the elections.
Dr. Mwanza explained that the exercise provided stakeholders with an opportunity to confirm that the ballot papers allocated to the district were in order and corresponded with the respective constituencies and polling stations.
She emphasized that such verification processes are critical in promoting transparency, accountability and confidence in the electoral process.
She further encouraged all stakeholders to remain committed to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) electoral calendar and guidelines, stressing the importance of cooperation, vigilance and adherence to established procedures as the country moves closer to polling day.
The District Electoral Officer also called on stakeholders to continue playing their respective roles responsibly and to help promote a peaceful, credible and orderly electoral environment before, during and after the elections.
The successful completion of the final verification signals that Mansa District has taken another significant step towards ensuring that all necessary electoral materials are in place for the smooth conduct of polling across its 216 polling stations.
