Former Vice President, Enock Kavindele has backed the current law, which restricts former Presidents and Vice Presidents from participating in active politics, noting that former Heads of State should play a statesman role.<\/p>\n
Mr Kavindele said this when he made his submission on\u00a0the Benefits of Former Presidents and Former Vice Presidents Bill of 2026, to the Parliamentary Committee on Cabinet Affairs, in Lusaka.<\/p>\n
He has also submitted that houses for former\u00a0Presidents and Vice Presidents should be constructed in a central place and owned by the government.<\/p>\n
Mr Kavindele added that government can maintain ownership once the former leaders and spouses die or when their children are all past the age of 21.<\/p>\n
He has noted that former leaders should, however, be supported with transport and finances to enable them manage utility bills.<\/p>\n
“I support the recommendation to provide transport and a driver for former Vice Presidents. I believe from the 50 percent salaries, they should be able to pay for their own fuel,” he said.<\/p>\n
And Former Vice President, Nevers Mumba has commended the government for introducing the Bill, stating that it demonstrates a commitment to dignity, order and recognition of national service.<\/p>\n
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