The UPND Alliance is a political coalition in Zambia, formed in 2021 to consolidate opposition parties ahead of the general elections. Led by the
United Party for National Development
The United Party for National Development (UPND) is a political party in Zambia, founded in December 1998 by Anderson Mazoka, a former executive of the Anglo American Corporation. The party emerged as a significant opposition force following a ...
(UPND), the alliance includes members such as the
Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) and the
Alliance for Democracy and Development (ADD). The coalition was created to unify opposition forces against the ruling
Patriotic Front (PF), aiming to address Zambia's political and economic challenges.
The alliance played a pivotal role in the
2021 general elections, resulting in a decisive victory that saw
Hakainde Hichilema
Hakainde Hichilema (born 4 June 1962), often known by his initials HH, is a Zambian businessman, farmer, and politician who is the seventh and current president of Zambia since 24 August 2021. After having contested five previous elections in ...
elected as Zambia's 7th president. This victory brought together various opposition parties under a common goal of reform and development. The UPND Alliance expanded its platform in 2024 by integrating Wynter Kabimba’s
Economic Front (EF), further strengthening its platform and expanding its political reach. the
Movement for Multi-Party Democracy
The Movement for Multi-party Democracy (MMD) also known as New Hope MMD is a political party in Zambia. Originally formed to oust the previous government, MMD controlled an absolute majority in parliament between 1991 and 2001, when its past lead ...
joined the alliance on 30 October 2024,
and afterwards, the
Party of National Unity and Progress (PNUP) also joined. PNUP’s leader,
Highvie Hamududu, formally joined the alliance in December 2024 after resolving internal disagreements within his party.
This move bolstered the coalition's position and reinforced its agenda for reform and national development. However, the coalition continues to navigate Zambia’s complex political landscape, addressing both national challenges and internal dynamics, while maintaining its role as a key force in shaping the country’s future.
Constituent parties
The UPND Alliance is currently composed of the following political parties:
References
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Political party alliances in Zambia