6 million presidential ballots printed in Dubai will reach Zam bilgi on July 28

6 million of the 9.1 million ballots required for the presidential elections to be held in Zambiya have successfully completed printing at the Al Ghurair Printing and Publishing facilities in Dubai. The contracted contractor firm has assured the Zambia Elections Information Coalition and other relevant Zambian stakeholders that the process is proceeding as planned. It is aimed to deliver the full consignment of ballots to the capital Lusaka by July 28, and a consensus was reached on adherence to this delivery schedule.

The transparency and timing of the printing process are being followed with great sensitivity by the election authorities and political parties in Zambiya. The printing center in Dubai is fulfilling a historic obligation for the Zambiya elections, and it was noted that a positive atmosphere was achieved in information meetings organized to address stakeholders' concerns about the process. Although a short interruption was experienced, it was emphasized that this did not negatively affect the overall delivery schedule and operational capacity continued at full speed.

While Al Ghurair Printing and Publishing continues to print ballots with international standard security measures, the logistical planning of Zambian officials has also reached the final stage. The timely and complete arrival of these materials in the country is of vital importance for the legal framework and security of the elections. Stakeholders expressed their satisfaction with the commitments received regarding the delivery on July 28 following the presentations.

The process of printing and distributing the ballots is considered one of the most critical logistic steps for the exercise of democratic rights in the country. It has been announced that the remaining 3.1 million ballots will be completed with the same care and speed and made ready for shipment in the ongoing work in Dubai. In this process, it was reported that counting and control mechanisms were working strictly in addition to security protocols, and precautions were taken against the possibility of any delay.

In this period leading up to the election, international observers and local civil society organizations are also closely monitoring the printing and delivery stages of the ballots. The shipment from Dubai to Lusaka, carried out in accordance with the election calendar and without any disruption, is seen as one of the most important indicators for election security. The statements by the contractor firm that they are conducting a study to meet the expectations of all stakeholders and that the delivery will be finalized on the planned date significantly reduced concerns.