As debate rages over presidential degrees, a timely compilation by Bivan Saluseki of the qualifications of MPs - the people who make your laws. There are some surprises there - some people who I thought were quite educated, appears not to have any qualifications at all. There's also a lot of meaningless certified courses masquerading as qualifications :
Amusaa K Mwanamwamba - Speaker
Date of Birth: May 15, 1940
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: A’Level, Diploma in Tourism and Planning, BA (Political Science)
Profession: Journalist/Tourism Expert
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1991, Liuwa Constituency
2nd election: 1996, Liuwa Constituency
3rd Election: 1998, Speaker
4th Election: 2001, Speaker
5th Election: 2006, Speaker
Mutale Nalumango - Deputy Speaker
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kaputa
Date of Birth: January 1, 1955
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form 5, Leadership Course, Secondary Teachers Diploma
Profession: Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001 Kaputa
2nd election: 2006 Kaputa
Mkhondo Lungu - Deputy Chairman of Committees
Political Party: UNIP
Constituency: Lundazi
Date of Birth: February 18, 1943
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE O’ Level, BA (Political Science and Public Administration), Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations
Profession: Political Scientist, Administrator, Diplomat and Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001 Lundazi
2nd election: 2006 Lundazi
Members of the National Assembly (in alphabetical order)
Mwendoi Akakandelwa – D/Minister Energy and Water Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mangango
Date of Birth: March 14, 1958
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, ‘A’ Levels, Pilots Training
Profession: Banker and Pilot
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mangango
Ackimson Banda – C/Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Serenje Central
Date of Birth: February 4, 1949
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Levels, Teachers’ Certificate, Certificate in Agriculture
Profession: Agriculturalist/ Rtd. Soldier
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001 Serenje
2nd election: 2006 Serenje
Chifumu Kingdom Banda
Political Party: FDD
Constituency: Chasefu
Date of Birth: January 2, 1950
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate, Diploma (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Advocate of the High Court of Zambia, LLB (Merit)
Profession: Legal Practitioner
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chasefu
Ester Mwila Banda
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chililabombwe
Date of Birth: November 4, 1958
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BA (Sociology)
Profession: Sociologist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chililabombwe
Isaac Banda – Eastern Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Lumezi
Date of Birth: April 17th, 1956
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications : Form V, Diploma in Clinical Medicine (Psychiatry)
Profession: Clinician
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Lumezi
Reuben Chisanga Banda
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Milanzi
Date of Birth: December 25, 1965
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate and Diploma in Audit (CIDFA)
Profession: CIPFA, Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Accountant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2007 By-election Milanzi
Godfrey Mwiize Beene
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Itezhi-Tezhi
Date of Birth: July 25, 1966
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma -Accounts
Profession: Accountant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Itezhi-Tezhi
Hobies/Interessts: Farming, Travelling and Soccer
Misheck Bonshe – D/min – Home Affairs
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mufumbwe
Date of Birth: February 4, 1945
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Cert. (Security Management), Certificate Police Training, Diploma in Criminal Investigations, Diploma in Principles of Modern Management
Profession: Detective Manager
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mufumbwe
Rev. Violet Sampa-Bredt
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chawama
Date of Birth: October 27, 1950
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Divinity, Masters Degree in Divinity, Theology
Profession: Minister of Religion
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chawama
Benson Bwalya
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chifubu
Date of Birth: March 18, 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V
Profession: Retired army officer
History of election to Parliament:
1st election: 2005 Chifubu
Col Gerry Chanda
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kanyama
Date of Birth: April 28, 1946
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate
Profession: Military pilot, flying instructor, commercial pilot
History of Election to Parliament: 1st election: 2008 Kanyama
Percy Chanda
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kankoyo
Date of Birth: May 21, 1954
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications : Form V, Craft Certificate
Profession: Trade Unionist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: Kankoyo
Lucy Shirley Changwe – Deputy Minister of Gender and Women in Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mkushi North
Date of Birth: November 11, 1973
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Certificate in Environmental Education, BA (Education)
Profession: Educationist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mkushi
George Chazangwe
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Choma Central
Date of Birth: December 25, 1948
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level, Diploma in Education
Profession: Teacher/Headmaster
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Choma Central
Barnabas Chella
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Wusakile
Date of Birth: February 11, 1951
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V
Profession: Farmer
History of Election to Parliament: 1st election: 2006 Wusakile
Major Celestino Kapolyo Chibamba
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Shiwangandu
Date of Birth: December 17, 1943
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’Level, Cert in Motor Vehicle Technology, Mechanical Engineering Courses
Profession: Building constructor
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1991, 1996, 2006 Chiwan’gandu
Lameck Chibombamilimo
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mpulungu
Date of Birth: June 25, 1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate/Advanced Diploma ed, BA Development Studies (Progress)
Profession: Educationist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mpulungu
Todd Stewart Chilembo – D/Minister of Justice
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chama North
Date of Birth: January 1, 1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, LPQE Certificate, LLB, advocate of the High Court and Supreme Court of Zambia
Profession: Advocate
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chama North
Edwin Besa Chimbaka
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Bahati
Date of Birth: May 15, 1951
Marital Status: Marraied
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’Level, Certificate in Education and Management, Diploma in Education, Certificate in Industrial and Trade Unions Management
Profession: Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Bahati
John Mumpanshya Chinyanta - Northern Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mambilima
Date of Birth: October 11, 1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level, Certificate in Teaching, Diploma in Science, post-graduate certificate in project management, post-graduate certificate in HIV/AIDS and psychosocial counselling, BA (Education)
Profession: Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mambilima
Interests/Interests: Reading nature books
Kenneth Chipungu Minister Sport, Youth and Child Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Rufunsa
Date of Birth: December 10, 1953
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Diploma Agricultural education, Diploma Marketing, B Comm., marketing
Profession: Marketer/Agriculturalist/Secondary School Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006, Rufunsa
Obius Chabu Chisala
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chilubi
Date of Birth: July 2, 1962
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Education, BA (Education)
Profession: Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chilubi
Sydney Chisanga
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mkushi
Date of Birth: October 30, 1970
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mkushi South
Interests/Interests: Politics/Worship
Dr Bernard Elija Chisha
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Pambashe
Date of Birth: January 3, 1948
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level, Nuclear Science, Bsc, Msc, PHD
Profession: Research Scientist/University Lecturer
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Pambashe
Samuel Chitonge
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Mwansabombwe
Date of Birth: December 2, 1972
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12 ‘A’ Level, Certificate in Biomedical Sciences
Profession: Medical Laboratory Technician
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006,2008 Mwansabombwe
Interests/Interests: Reading, Soccer, Music
Brig Gen Dr Brian Chituwo – Minister of Science and Technology
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mumbwa Central
Date of Birth: June 1, 1947
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, B.Sc (Human Biology), Msc (Orthopaedics), General Aviation Medicine (GAM), M.B Ch.B (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery), Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS – Edinburgh)
Profession: Orthopadic surgeon
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2002, Nominated, 2006 Mumbwa Central
Major Robbie Chizhyuka
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Namwala
Date of Birth: December 14, 1954
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, GCE ‘A’ Level, Telecoms Engineer
Profession: Army Officer (Rtd)
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Namwala
Jacob Chongo
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Mwense
Date of Birth: March 23, 1962
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate in Technical Mining, Diploma – sales and marketing management
Profession: Miner/Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mwense
Interests/Interests: Soccer, going to church, social outings, farming
Lazarous Chota
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Lubansenshi
Date of Birth: September 10, 1954
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Dip. Management, Dip. Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations, Human Management Consultant, CISA, BA Public Administration
Profession: Management and Human Resources Consultant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Lubansenshi
Angela Njodo Cifire – Deputy Minister Information and Broadcasting
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Luangeni
Date of Birth: December 14, 1959
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications: Form 5, BA. Psychology
Profession: Human Resource/Public Relations Specialist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Luangeni
Peter Daka – Minster of Agriculture
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Msanzala
Date of Birth: November 3, 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Shipping, Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies, Post Graduate Diploma in Ports and Shipping Administration, member of chartered institute of logistics and transport (MCLT), MBA
Profession: Buyer/Business Administrator
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2003, 2006, Msanzala
Munji Habeenzu
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Chikankata
Date of Birth: September 1973
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, diploma in transport and logistics, diploma in public health
Profession: social worker
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chikankata
Emmanuel Maposa Hachipuka
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Mbabala
Date of Birth: February 10, 1947
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, ACCA
Profession: Chartered Certified Accountant FZICA
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2000, 2001, 2006 Mbabala
Interests/Interests: farming, cattle and crops
Highvie Hambulo Hamududu
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Bweengwa
Date of Birth: March 23, 1970
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, BA (Economics)
Profession: Economist
History of election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006, Bweengwa
Boyd Hamusonde
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Nangoma
Date of Birth: October 4, 1956
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, GCE certificate mechanics - automobile
Profession: Diesel Pump Technician
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Nangoma
Hastings Lubinda Imasiku – Deputy Minister Energy
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Liuwa
Date of Birth: September 6, 1948
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Public Health Engineering, Diploma in Public Health Inspection, Higher Dip. Health Service Management, Dip. Food Technology, Public Prosector
Profession: Public Health Inspector
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006
Eileen Mbuywana Imbwae
Political Party: ULP
Constituency: Lukulu West
Date of Birth: August 21, 1947
Marital Status: Widow
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate, BA. (Education), Post Graduate Cert. in Education, Msc. Human Resource Development)
Profession:
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006
Batuke Imenda
Political Party: ULP
Constituency: Lukulu East
Date of Birth: August 28, 1954
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’Level Diploma in Management Studies, BA (Business Studies), MBA Business Studies
Profession: Business Consultant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2006 Lukulu East
Simon Kachimba – Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Security
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Luanshya
Date of Birth: November 1, 1948
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GEC Certificate, Certificate in Environmental Science
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Luanshya
Michael Kaingu – Minister of Community Development and Social Services
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mwandi
Date of Birth: February 2, 1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate, Certificate in Business Studies, Diploma in Electronics, Diploma in Avionics, MBA
Profession: Business/Engineer
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Mwandi
Charles Wahuna Kakoma
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Zambezi West
Date of Birth: December 21, 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BA. Economics and Business Administration
Profession: Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2006, Zambezi West
Kayula Kakusa
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kabwe Central
Date of Birth: March 4, 1964
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Kabwe Central
Daniel Kalenga – North Western Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kabombo West
Date of Birth: August 28, 1964
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate in Small Business Development, Certificate in Business Studies
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1996, 2006, Kabombo West
Dr Christopher Kalila - Deputy Minister of Works and Supply
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: January 6, 1966
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Profession: Medical Practitioner
History of Election to Parliament: Reading current affairs, watching sports, travelling and gardening.
1st election: Nominated 2008
Interests/Interests:
Dr Katele Kalumba
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chienge
Date of Birth: February 22, 1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BA, Msc. (Psychotherapy), PhD. Fellow of Community Health (FCH) University of Toronto
Profession: Public Health Consultant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006 Chienge
Chishimba Kambwili
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Roan
Date of Birth: June 3, 1969
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Certificate in Trade Union Studies, Diploma in Business Management/Administration
Profession: Business administrator/human resource Practitioner
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Roan
Jean Kapata
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Mandevu
Date of Birth: December, 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE, O Levels, Diploma in Nursing, Diploma in Theatre and Emergency Nursing
Profession: Nurse
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Mandevu
Mwansa Kapeya
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Mpika Central
Date of Birth: June 6, 1950
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level, Diploma in Mass Communication; International Trainer, Research and Public Relations; Personnel Mgt& Industrial Relations.
Profession: Journalist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Mpika
Chileshe Mpundu Kapwepwe – Deputy Minister of Finance and National Planning
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: October 7, 1958
Marital Status: Divorced
Educational Qualifications: Form V, AAT, ACCA, Master of Business Administration
Profession: Accountant/Business Administrator
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election:
Edward Kasoko
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Mwembeshi
Date of Birth: June 10, 1949
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Mechanical Engineering
Profession: Mechanical Engineer/Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2006 – Mwembeshi
Joseph Chambula Kasongo
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Bangweulu
Date of Birth: October, 1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ level, Diploma in Education, BA, Master of Business Administration
Profession: Administrator
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1978, 1983, 1988, 2001, 2006
Dr Joseph Katema
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chingola
Date of Birth: November 20, 1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, MBCHB, BSc (Medicine and Surgery)
Profession: General Medical Practitioner
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006
Stephen Katuka
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Mwinilunga East
Date of Birth: March 5, 1953
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Telecom Engineering
Profession: Telecoms Tech/Army Officer
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006, Mwinilunga
Dr Boniface Kawimbe – Luapula Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: October
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Bsc MB. ChB, Bsc Surgery (General, Paediatric Surgery)
Profession: Medical Doctor
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election:
Dr Eustarckio Kazonga – Local Government Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Vubwi
Date of Birth: June 20, 1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate, Diploma Education, Bsc. Education, MBA, Msc, DBA
Profession: Statistician
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006
Kenneth Konga – Minister of Energy
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chavuma
Date of Birth: March 29, 1958
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form 5, Bsc, Msc computer engineering
Profession: Engineer
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: Chavuma
George Kunda – Vice-President and Minister of Justice
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Muchinga
Date of Birth: February 26, 1956
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) LPQE Certificate, Advocate of the High Court and Supreme Court
Profession: Advocate/Solicitor
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2002, 2006 Muchinga
Austin Liato – Minister of Labour and Social Security
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kaoma Central
Date of Birth: August 23, 1965
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Accounts
Profession: Accountant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2003, 2006 Kaoma
Josephine Limata
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Luampa
Date of Birth: August 8, 1948
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE
Profession: Businesswoman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Luampa
Given Lubinda
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kabwata
Date of Birth: May 15, 1963
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate Strategic Planning, Certificate Natural Resources, Diploma, Agricultural Business
Profession: Agriculturalist/Consultant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001,2006 – Kabwata
Gladys Mwewa Lundwe - Deputy Minister Sport, Youth and Child Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Masaiti
Date of Birth: December 25, 1964
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Human Resources Development. Shorthand, Typing
Profession: Secretary
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Masaiti
Interests/Interests: swimming, listening to gospel music, travelling
Professor Geoffrey Lungwangwa - Minister of Communications and Transport
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nalikwanda
Date of Birth: July 15, 1953
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, BA (Education), Master of Education, PhD (education)
Profession: Professor of education
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Nalikwanda
Mulemi Michael Mabenga – Deputy Minister Lands
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mulobezi
Date of Birth: June 4, 1949
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Upper Primary Teachers’ Certificate, Advanced Primary Teachers’ Certificate, MA (English Language Teaching), MA (ELT)
Profession: Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1996, 2001, 2006 – Mulobezi
Bradford Machila Minister of Livestock
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kafue
Date of Birth: May 4, 1965
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE, ‘O’ Levels, Bachelor of Laws (LLB) LPQE Certificate, Master of Laws (LLM)
Profession: Advocate
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Kafue
Dr Peter Machungwa
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Luapula
Date of Birth: December 15, 1950
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate, BA (Psychology) Msc. (Industrial Psychology) PhD (Industrial and Organisational Psychology)
Profession: Industrial Psychologist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1991,1996, 2001, 2006
Peter Magande
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chilanga
Date of Birth: July 5, 1947
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Bachelor of Arts, Msc (Economics)
Profession: Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: Married
Mwiimba Malama
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Mfuwe
Date of Birth: April 28, 1976
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate (Business Administration) Advanced Certificate (Business Administration), Diploma in Business Administration
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election:
Friday Peter Chipepo Malwa – Deputy Minister Community Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kapiri Mposhi
Date of Birth: September 28, 1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, GCE, Cert. (Management Training), Certificate (Basic Supervisor) Cert. (Salesmanship Leadership in Development of the Dynamic World) (Harvard University) Boston USA, Cert (Stock Control) Transworld College, New Jersey, Britain
Profession: marketing executive/politician
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 - Kapiri
Interests/Interests: Football, golf, reading
Lameck Mangani – Minister of Home Affairs
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chipata Central
Date of Birth: November 10, 1957
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Cert. (Primary School Teaching) Advanced Diploma (Education), BA (Education)
Profession: Teacher/Corporate Manager
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chipata Central
Sylvia Masebo
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chongwe
Date of Birth: May 7, 1963
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BA (Economics and Education)
Profession: Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2006 Chongwe
David Matongo
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Pemba
Date of Birth: November 24, 1948
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Bachelor of Commerce and Economics
Profession: Businessman/Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001,2006 – Pemba
Allan Mbewe – Deputy Minister Agriculture and Cooperatives
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chadiza Central
Date of Birth: September 12, 1964
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Agriculture
Profession: Agriculturist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 – Chadiza
Mwansa Mbulakulima – Copperbelt Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chembe
Date of Birth: August 10, 1962
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate in Accounts (Cabs), Diploma in accountancy, diploma in human resources management, graduate diploma in human resource management
Profession: Accountant/human resource practitioner
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election:
Interests/Interests: Administration of sport, reading Current Affairs
Charles Milupi
Political Party: Independent
Constituency: Luena
Date of Birth: April 25, 1954
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Honours Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Profession: Engineer
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Luena
Maynard Misapa - Deputy Minister Sports
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mporokoso
Date of Birth: April 29, 1957
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Advanced Certificate in Agriculture, Diploma Education
Profession: Educationist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mporokoso
Elizabeth Mulobeka
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kawambwa
Date of Birth: April 17, 1964
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Human Resource Management, BA (Development Studies)
Profession: Development Analyst
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1996, 2006, Kawambwa
Vitalis Mooya
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Moomba
Date of Birth: September 21, 1949
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Ordinary National Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering, Dip. Technology in Building and Construction, B. Engineering
Profession: Civil Engineering
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2006 Moomba
George Mpombo
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kafulafuta
Date of Birth: January 1, 1954
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Diploma in Journalism, Dip. Human Resource Management, Dip. purchasing
Profession: Buyer/human resource practitioner
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1988, 2001, 2006
Lombani M’sichili
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kabushi
Date of Birth: April 15, 1962
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level AAT I
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Kabushi
Interests/Interests: Reading, Travelling, Golf
Mubika Mubika – Deputy Minister Communications and Transport
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Sinjembela
Date of Birth: August 20, 1973
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2005, 2006
Elijah Muchima - Deputy Minister Local Government
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mwinilunga West
Date of Birth: June 26, 1957
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Accountancy, Certificate in Law (UK)
Profession: Accountant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006, Mwinilunga
Adons Mufalali – Deputy Minister Community Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Sesheke
Date of Birth: January 2, 1947
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘O’ Level
Profession: Businessman
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Sesheke
Yamfwa Mukanga
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kantanshi
Date of Birth: July 9, 1965
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, B Eng
Profession: Mechanical Engineer, MEIZ
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2004, 2006 Kantanshi
Ronald Mukuma – Minister for presidential affairs
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kabompo East
Date of Birth: November 1, 1944
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Transport, Bachelor of Commerce Msc (Transport Engineering and Mining)
Profession: Transport planner and Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Kabompo East
Christopher Mulenga
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chinsali Central
Date of Birth: March 16, 1964
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Diploma in Business Accounting and Management
Profession: Accountant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Chinsali
Lombe Mulenga
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kwacha
Date of Birth: July 11, 1967
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Certificate in Business Administration, ACCA
Profession: Accountant, Business Administrator/ Consultant
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Kwacha
Albert Mulonga – Deputy Minister Agriculture
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Lupososhi
Date of Birth: August 27, 1969
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Diploma in Clinical Medicine, BA (Economics and Public Administration)
Profession: Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006, Lupososhi
Mike Isaiah Mulongoti – Minister of Works and Supply
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: August 3, 1951
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Cert. Business Management, Diploma in Business Management, Masters of Business Administration NAPIER, LLB (UNZA)
Profession: Administrator
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1995, 1996, 2006
Joseph Mulyata – Deputy Minister Agriculture and Cooperatives
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mongu Central
Date of Birth: June 5, 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Certificate in Teaching, Diploma in Secondary Education MBA
Profession: Administrator/Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mongu central
Hobbies/Interests: Athletics
Emmanuel Munaile
Political Party: Independent
Constituency: Malole
Profession: Computer Analyst
Date of Birth: November 26, 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V Diploma in Computer Studies
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006
Daniel Munkombwe – Minister Southern Province
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: May 16, 1932
Marital Status: Married
Profession: Farmer
Educational Qualifications: Form 2
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 1973, 1983, 1988, 2007
Hobbies/Interests: Football
Request Muntanga
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Kalomo Central
Date of Birth: October 27, 1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge School Certificate, Diploma in Agriculture, Advanced Diploma in Agriculture Business Management
Profession: Agriculturist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001,2006
Mark Mushili
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Ndola Central
Date of Birth: May 21, 1949
Marital Status: Widower
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma Education, Fellow, London Institute of Marketing
Profession: Educationist/Business Administrator
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Ndola Central
Hobbies/Interests: Watching Football
Regina Musokotwane
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Katombola
Date of Birth: October 21, 1950
Marital Status: Widow
Educational Qualifications: Form 2, Advanced Diploma in Special Education
Profession: Teacher
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2001, 2006, Katombola
Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane – Minister of Finance
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: May 25, 1956
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BA (Economics) MA (Economics) PhD (Economics)
Profession: Economist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006
Dr Solomon Musonda –Deputy Minister Health
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chitambo
Date of Birth: July 29, 1976
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12 Certificate Bsc (Human Biology) UNZA Bachelors of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) UNZA
Profession: Medical Doctor
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2009 Chitambo
Chrispine Musosha – Science and Technology Deputy Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mansa Central
Date of Birth: October 23, 1958
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V
Profession: Road Engineer/Procurement Specialist
History of Election to Parliament:
1st election: 2006 Mansa Central
Felix Mutati – Commerce Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Lunte
Date of Birth: January 29, 1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Bachelor of Accountancy, ACCA, FCCA, FZICA
Profession: Accountant
Moses Muteteka - Local Government Deputy Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chisamba
Date of Birth: 10th February,1970
Marital status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Diploma in Marketing
Profession: Marketer
Raphael Muyanda
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Sinazongwe
Date of Birth: 1st January,1951
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE ‘0’ Levels, Diploma Business Administration, Diploma in Mining Engineering.
Profession: Businessman
Vernon J Mwaanga, GOEZ – Government Chief Whip
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: 25th June,1944
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,BA Degree in International Relations
Profession: Businessman/Diplomat, Author
Maxwell Moses Boma Mwale –Minister of Mines and Minerals Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Malambo
Date of Birth: 9th May, 1957.
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BSc(Mining), MSc/DIC(Mining)
Profession: Mining Engineer
Vincent Mwale
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chipangali
Date of Birth: 5th December,1978.
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Advanced Certificate in Project Management and Planning.
Profession: Businessman
Alfreda C K Mwamba
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Lukashya
Date of Birth: 5th July,1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge ‘0’ Level Certificate,BA(Education), LLB(UNZA)
Profession: Teacher/Lawyer
Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba
Political Party: PF
Constituency:Kasama Central
Date of Birth: 15th March,1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Grade 12
Profession: Businessman
Mubita Mwangala
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nalolo
Date of Birth: 11th November,1942
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Mass Communication
Profession: Journalist
Davies Mwango
Political Party: PF
Constituency:Kanchibiya
Date of Birth:11th November,1971
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Form V, Certificate in Motor Mechanics, Advanced Certificate in IT
Profession: Businessman/Farmer
Ernest Chitumwa Mwansa
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chifunabuli
Date of Birth: 24th July,1957
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Form 5,Certificate in Assaying(Analytical Chemistry), LLB(UNZA),AHZ/Post Graduate Certificates in Public Health,Post Graduate in International Health
Profession: Lawyer
Dr Kalombo Mwansa – Minister of Defence
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nominated
Date of Birth: 9th September,1955
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Form V,LLB,Master of Laws(LLM), Master of Philosophy,(Criminology),Doctor of Philosophy (Law)
Profession: Lawyer/Academician
Humphrey Mwanza
Political Party: MMD
Constituency:Solwezi West
Date of Birth: 22nd April,1949
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Form V,Advanced Diploma in Administration Management
Profession: Teacher/HR-Practitioner
Marjory Mambwe Mwape
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Mufulira
Date of Birth: 12th October1967
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Chartered Institute of Management Accountant Certificate
Profession: Accountant
Sikwibele Richard Mwapela – Minister Western Province
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kalabo Central
Date of Birth: 27th September,1965
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,Certificate in Pastel Accounting, Certificate in Public Relations, Diploma in Marketing
Profession: Businessman
Bennie Kelvis Mweemba
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Magoye
Date of Birth: 25th February,1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,Diploma in Modern Management
Profession: Manager/Accountant
Musenge Laban Mwenya
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Nkana
Date of Birth: 26th December,1963
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,
Profession: Contractor in Civil & Mechanical Engineering
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Monze
Date of Birth: 23rd July,1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge Certificate, LLB, LPQE Certificate,AHZ
Profession: Legal Practitioner
Yoram Benjamin Mwila
Political Party: NDF
Constituency: Nchelenge
Date of Birth: 17th September,1943
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Corperation of Certified Secretaries
Profession: Chartered Business Administrator
Davies Mwila
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chipili
Date of Birth: 12th December,1963
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V
Profession: Trade Unionist
Catherine Namugala – Minister of Tourism
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Isoka
Date of Birth: 2nd January,1966
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE,Diploma in Catering, Post Graduate Diploma in Management
Profession: Caterer
Gabriel Namulambe
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mpongwe
Date of Birth: 27th May 1967
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12,Certificate in Human Resource Management,Fellow Institute of Local Government Administrators of Zambia(ILGAZ) Parts I,II,III-NIPA
Profession: Local Government Administrator
Mundia Ndalamei – Deputy Minister Sport, Youth and Child Development
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Sikongo
Date of Birth: 1964
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Diploma in Clinical Medicine
Profession: Clinical Officer
Levy Joseph Ngoma
Political Party: FDD
Constituency:Sinda
Date of Birth: 27th April,1975
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12
Profession: Businessman
Bornface Nkhata
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chama South
Date of Birth: 30th September,1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,Certificate in Cooperative Management,Certificate in Management Studies
Profession: Manager
Gary G Nkombo
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Mazabuka Central
Date of Birth: 1st March,1965
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,BA (Education)
Profession: Teacher/Businessman
Willie Nsanda
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Chimwemwe
Date of Birth: 29th May,1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,Craft Certificate in Agriculture Mechanics, Advanced Training Rolls Engines
Profession: Agricultural Mechanic (Metallurgy)
Brian Macloudine Muleya Ntundu
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Gwembe
Date of Birth: 6th July,1963
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Form V, Diploma Business Administration
Profession: Business Administrator
Michael Andrew Nyirenda
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kamfinsa
Date of Birth: 23rd March,1944
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form IV,Diploma in Accounting
Profession: Accountant
Zitha Gladys Nyirongo
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Bwacha
Date of Birth: 27th September,1957
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Marketing, Certificate in Church Leadership
Profession: Minister/Clergy
Kabinga Pande – Minister of Foreign Affairs
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kasempa
Date of Birth: 5th March 1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Cambridge ‘O’ Levels, Higher Level Cert.in PR Management, Diploma in Journalism,Diploma in Business English, MBA
Profession: Public Relations Expert/Journalist
Josephine Chilufya Mumbi Phiri
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Munali
Date of Birth: 15th November,1969
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,Certificate in Pre-School Teaching,Cabin Attendant
Profession: Airhostess
David Phiri
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Mkaika
Date of Birth: 13th June,1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,,BA.Economics
Profession: Economist
Fashion Phiri – Deputy Minister Foreign Affairs
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kapoche
Date of Birth: 26th April,1950
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, BA(Education) UNZA,Med.(MC Gill,Canada),PhD (University of London)
Profession: Educationist, Researcher, Curriculum Developer, Planner& Developer, Geographer and Historian
Dr Lwipa Felix Puma – Deputy Minister Commerce
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Lufwanyama
Date of Birth: 9th September,1968
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12,Bsc(HB), MBCHB,Master of Public Health
Profession: Medical Doctor
Sarah Sayifwanda – Minister of Gender
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Zambezi East
Date of Birth: 16th June,1963
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications:Form V,Diploma(Special Education),BA (Special Education)
Profession: Teacher
Dr Guy Scott
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Lusaka Central
Date of Birth: 1st June,1944
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:’O’ Levels and A Levels,BA(Economics),PhD (Cognitive Science)
Profession: Economist
Ackson Sejani
Political Party: UPND
Constituency: Mapatizya
Date of Birth: 15th October,1957
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications:Form V,Diploma Agriculture,BA( Public Administration)
Profession: Administrator
Jonas Shakafuswa
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Katuba
Date of Birth: 18th February,1963
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: ‘O’Levels,BA(Economics)
Profession: Economist
Charles Jeremiah Shawa – Lusaka Province Minister
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Feira
Date of Birth: 29th August,1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12,Cert.SED,Diploma in Music Education,Diploma PMM, IDEPA
Profession: Teacher/Administrator/Musician
Lt Gen Ronald Shikapwasha
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Keembe
Date of Birth: 25th December,1947
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Airforce/Defence, Diploma in Theology, MSc.(Military Studies)
Profession: Pilot, Minister of Religion
Paul Sichamba
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Isoka West
Date of Birth: 26th June,1967
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade12,Certificate in Management Studies
Profession: Manager
Gaston Fred Sichilima - Deputy Minister Vice-President’s Office
Political Party: MMD
Constituency:Mbala
Date of Birth: 28thDecember,1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Technician Training in Heavy Earth Moving Equipment, Higher National Diploma(Hydro Pneumatics and Electronics)
Profession: Eng.Mech
Brian Sikazwe
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Chimbamilonga
Date of Birth: 8th June 1969
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, Certificate in Mechanical Engineering,Diploma in Human Resources
Profession: Technician
Sakwiba Sikota, SC
Political Party: ULP
Constituency: Livingstone Central
Date of Birth: 3rd January 1960
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Post Graduate Dip. International Law & Diplomacy UNZA, LPQE Certificate, BSc.(Science Law and Politics), Advocate of the High Court for Zambia
Profession: Lawyer
Clever M Silavwe
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nakonde
Date of Birth: 14th October,1961
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form IV, Certificate in Marketing & Accountancy
Profession: Businessman
Dora Siliya – Minister of Education
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Petauke Central
Date of Birth: 8th October,1970
Marital Status: Single
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12, BA(Mass Communication), MA(Development Economics)
Profession: Development Economist
Anson Simama
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Kalulushi
Date of Birth: 15th June,1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Post Graduate Diploma-Production Management
Profession: Forester
Kapembwa Simbao Minister of Health
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Senga Hill
Date of Birth: 10th November,1959
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: ‘O’Levels,BSc Engineering( Eletronics,Electrical)
Profession: Engineer
Wlybur Chisiya Simuusa
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Nchanga
Date of Birth: 9th September,1962
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V,Bsc (Engineering) UNZA,Msc (Engineering)USA, MA (Business Administration) (MBA)
Profession: Mining Specialist/Business Administrator
Edgar Singombe
Political Party: Independent
Constituency: Dundumwezi
Date of Birth: 4th April 1970
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12,Diploma in Law
Profession: Immigration Officer
Faustina Bwalya Sinyangwe
Political Party:PF
Constituency: Matero
Date of Birth: 3rd July 1949
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Diploma in Management,Diploma in Education Technology,Diploma in Teacher Education
Profession: Educationist/Broadcaster
Clement Wainyae Sinyinda
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Senanga
Date of Birth:2nd February1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Education
Profession: Teacher
Douglas Munsaka Syakalima
Political Party: UPND
Constituency:Siavonga
Date of Birth: 25th March,1967
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12,BA. Ed (Psychology), Msc (Applied Psychology)
Profession: Lecturer of Applied Behavioural Sciences
Richard Tonde Taima – Deputy Minister Education
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Solwezi East
Date of Birth: 7th January,1971
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: GCE’O’ Level, ACCA II,ATD,CIA, Applied Accounting Accountancy
Profession: Accountant
Raisi Forrie Tembo
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Nyimba
Date of Birth: 25th April,1968
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Grade 12,Certificate in Marketing Management, Leadership Development Certificate, Contract Management Certificate
Profession: Marketing Executive
Vera Tembo – Deputy Minister Tourism, Environment and Natural Resources
Political Party: MMD
Constituency: Kasenengwa
Date of Birth:25th July,1953
Marital Status: Divorced
Educational Qualifications: Form III, Diploma in Public Speaking
Profession: Politician
Joseph Kasiti Zulu
Political Party: PF
Constituency: Bwana Mkubwa
Date of Birth: 7th April,1952
Marital Status: Married
Educational Qualifications: Form V, Diploma in Civil Engineering, Diploma (Project Management), MBA (Marketing)
Profession: Civil Engineer
On the subject of meaningless qualifications, this should raise a smile: dog with a MBA (paras 5-8). I hope colleges in the British Virgin Islands won’t be on the “reputable university” list!
ReplyDeleteSome of our MPs have some pretty obscure certificates. I was not aware, for instance, that one can obtain a diploma in public speaking. A significant proportion of the population of lawmakers is academically challenged. One wonders about the quality of analysis and debate that goes on at Manda Hill.
ReplyDeleteI just bumped into your site. Very informative. I shall become a follower. Keep it up
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ReplyDeleteWill be great to have an updated version as we move towards 2016 General Elections, could be very helpful to the electorate
ReplyDeletePlease provide an updated version of this...we need to know who it is that is leading us and what they are qualified to do...With these reshuffles...keep us up-to-date.Otherwise great stuff...
ReplyDeleteGBM all the way! where is C.Kambwili??
ReplyDeleteI really want to thank you so much for such an update version,however, we look forward to seeing new update version as Mutengo W has suggested.It's indeed interesting that others with just a grade 12 could hold higher offices.i think law has done it.congrats to those with qualifications.
ReplyDeletewhere did all these MPs get their qualifications from? some you have shown the universities,but the rest??
ReplyDeleteWow! interesting thank you, we are very much looking forward to the updated list.
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