The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has intensified preparations for the Muchinda Ward by-election slated for 12th February in Serenje District of Central Province.

Voters in Muchinda Ward of the Serenje Constituency will cast their ballots to elect a new Councillor to replace Thomas Phiri, who recently passed away after an illness.

The ECZ is currently training Voter Education Facilitators (VEFs) and members of the District Voter Education Committee (DVEC), a returning officer, and assistant registration officers.

ZANIS reports that during the training session for VEFs and DVEC members, Serenje District Electoral Officer (DEO) Stan Mwanakayaya urged the facilitators to put in their best to ensure the commission delivers a credible election.