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  By The BalanceHub   Zambia’s ongoing electoral reforms continue to spark debate across the country, but an important voice from traditional leadership has stepped forward in support of the initiative. Chitimukulu, one of Zambia’s most respected traditional leaders, has expressed support for the constituency delimitation process being conducted by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ). The process aims to create 70 new constituencies across Zambia, increasing the number from 156 to 226 constituencies. The initiative is being carried out in accordance with the Zambian Constitution, which requires constituencies to be reviewed periodically to ensure fair representation as populations grow and communities expand. Why the Delimitation Process Matters Over the years, many constituencies in Zambia have become geographically large and heavily populated, making it difficult for Members of Parliament to effectively serve the needs of their constituents. Some constituencies cover va...