Former President Edgar Lungu’s desperation to return to power is unprecedented in Zambian history, especially given the constitutional court ruling that disqualified him.
This desperation is further evident in his insistence on being the sole candidate for the Tonse Alliance, a stance he maintains despite the court’s decision.” 
In a surprising move, Lungu has begun reunion with United Kwacha Alliance members, that Hurry Kalaba, Edith Nawakwi, and Golden Silavwe, despite his past criticisms of the alliance.
Lungu’s actions suggest an attempt to leave Sakwiba Sikota and Saboi Imboela, who opposed his efforts to control the UKA leadership.
Today’s meeting with Kelvin Bwalya Fube, who left the PF in 2021 to support President Hakainde Hichilema after being ousted for his presidential ambitions, may signal another strategic move by Lungu to bolster his position
Lungu’s political trajectory in 2024, marked by his fight for the PF presidency, his joining and subsequent leaving of the UKA, his brief stint with the Tonse Alliance presidential candidate, and his failed bid to contest the election due to a constitutional court ruling, underscores his relentless pursuit of power.”
