I feel I’ve reached a point in my life where I find greater fulfillment in what I’m doing now than ever before. I believe I can make a positive impac… - Chishala Kateka

Many people join the ruling party to secure government contracts or make money. There were high expectations for the UPND, but much of their programming has been marked by confusion. "If the new dawn government chooses to follow in the footsteps of previous political parties, we can expect the same outcomes. In reality, not much has changed; what we are witnessing is a continuation of the same issues."

In 1976, I became the first woman elected as Treasurer of the University of Zambia Students Union (UNZASU). In 2004, I founded Youth with a Vision for Zambia, a non-governmental organization dedicated to addressing the concerns of young adults aged 18 to 40, with a focus on fostering mindset change. I am also a founding member of the Heritage Party, established as a political party in 2001 under former Vice President Brigadier General Godfrey Miyanda. After Brig. Gen. Miyanda stepped away from active politics in 2020, I revitalized the Heritage Party under its new name, the New Heritage Party (NHP). In the 2021 general election, I ran as the party's presidential candidate, becoming the only female candidate and placing seventh out of 16 candidates. Currently, I am the President of the New Heritage Party and am committed to leading the party to form a government in 2026.

When I first receive criticism, I go through a thought process. My initial step is to consider the motive behind the feedback. After assessing this, I decide whether to take it to heart and adjust my approach or to disregard it. Being open to constructive criticism is important, as it can lead to growth, unlike destructive criticism.