Rise Zambia. A Better Future For All.
Hon. Harry Kalaba and Citizens First present a bold manifesto for 2026-2031 to build a self-reliant, prosperous Zambia that puts every citizen at the centre of development.
Harry Kalaba
CF Presidential Candidate
The Candidate
Hon. Harry Kalaba
Mr. Deliver
"At Citizens First, your wellbeing is paramount to us. We shall endeavor to nurture every life."-- Harry Kalaba, CF President
49
Years Old
15+
Years in Public Service
10
Provinces United
Harry Kalaba is a dedicated, disciplined and selfless leader with the vision and experience to transform Zambia. Born to a family of public service -- his father Simon Chisha Kalaba served as Member of Parliament for Bahati and as a minister under President Kenneth Kaunda -- Harry learnt the values of caring for people from a very early age.
His education in Catholic schools and formation in seminary reinforced values of Christianity, service before self, and love for neighbour. As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he placed Zambia at the centre of key diplomatic engagements, earning a reputation as a principled leader who puts nation before personal gain.
He embodies youthful and progressive leadership, comprehending the current challenges facing ordinary Zambians, making him the ideal candidate for the August 2026 elections.
Early Formation
Born June 12, 1976 in Mansa, Luapula Province. Educated in Catholic schools and formed in seminary, developing deep values of service, integrity, and love for humanity.
Public Service
Served as Member of Parliament for Bahati constituency, Minister of Lands, and Zambia's 25th Minister of Foreign Affairs under Presidents Michael Sata and Edgar Lungu.
Selfless Leadership
Refused special settling allowances and preferential loan conditions as Minister, choosing to live by the same standards as ordinary Zambians. A true servant leader.
Citizens First
Founded Citizens First in 2022 with a vision to put every Zambian citizen at the centre of government decisions, programs and policies for a prosperous Zambia.
Our Vision For A Better Zambia
Develop Zambia Through Enhanced and Competitive Policies
Position Zambia as a developed country with capacity to export goods and services on the international arena, leveraging the central geolocation, the peaceful environment, and the talent and energy of our youthful population to drive a homegrown development agenda.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Acting with sincerity and honesty at all levels of decision making and program implementation for the common good.
Equity & Equality
Embracing principles of equality and equity in the redistribution of resources regardless of tribe, religion or affiliation.
Love for Humanity
Valuing humanity and promoting human dignity for every Zambian man, woman, and child.
Accountability
Servant leadership and holding power and resources in trust for the people of Zambia with maximum efficiency.
Patriotism
A Zambian citizen at the centre of government decisions, anchored in the national motto of One Zambia One Nation.
Zambia: Where We Are
60 years after independence, Zambians do not own their own economy. The past years have been challenging with unmet expectations and growing economic hardships. Citizens First is committed to changing this narrative.
Our Manifesto 2026-2031
Six Priority Actions For Zambia
A comprehensive, people-centred plan to transform Zambia into a prosperous, self-reliant nation. Every policy puts citizens at the centre of development.
Universal healthcare, quality education, and food security for every Zambian.
Universal health coverage with equitable distribution of health services and workers
Community health insurance schemes linked to birth certificates and NRCs
Improve learner-teacher ratio from 150:1 to manageable levels
Establish STEM and Innovation departments in all schools K-12
Enhance early childhood education access countrywide
Food security through strategic reserves and year-round farming
Solar energy farms in each province to end load-shedding
Expand broadband and ICT infrastructure, especially in rural areas
Enhanced social cash transfer covering basic food needs for vulnerable citizens
Workers compensation covering all employment types including gig workers
Full Manifesto 2026-2031
Creating A Better Zambia For All
Our comprehensive manifesto leaves no one behind. Children, youth, women and men, the vulnerable, the worker, the affluent, traditional leaders, the church, civil society, and the private sector -- all are part of our plan for building a unified, peaceful and developed Zambia.
Citizens First envisions a Zambia where everyone has the opportunity to survive, thrive, grow and have competences that are globally competitive. From healthcare and education to mining reform and industrialisation, our manifesto covers every aspect of national development.
18.9M
Zambians to serve
100%
Universal energy access goal
70%
Agriculture employment
10
Provinces united
Citizens First
Manifesto 2026 - 2031
A comprehensive blueprint for transforming Zambia into a prosperous, self-reliant nation where every citizen benefits from the country's rich natural resources and human capital.
Harry Kalaba
CF President | Mr. Deliver
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