Hichilema wins second term in Zambia
Hichilema, 64, did not require a runoff and will serve another five-year term. The victory marks his second presidential win after he defeated then-President Edgar Lungu in 2021.
By Valentine Maya
Aug. 18, 2026
Zambia's president wins second term with 60% of the vote
In statement after being declared the winner, Hichilema, 64, said: "We are truly humbled by the trust you have placed in our hands."
By Bbc News
Aug. 18, 2026
Presidential vote counting halted in Zambia over alleged attacks on polling staff
President Hakainde Hichilema is seeking a second five-year term. Brian Mundubile is the main opposition candidate among 13 challengers.
By Bbc News
Aug. 14, 2026
Chamisa in treasonous, staged popularity stunt
For doing this, Chamisa is naturally guilty of insulting Owner by creating the false impression of being more popular than the only person who really matters in this country.
By Muckraker
Dec. 5, 2025
Stone-throwing anger unnerves Zambia's 'fix-it' president
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has come out fighting after a bruising month that saw him come under attack by stone throwers as he was trying to make a speech.
By Bbc News
Nov. 28, 2025
Southern Africa unites to protect wetlands with launch of SARRI at Ramsar COP15
The initiative is aimed at promoting wetland conservation and sustainable use across borders, in alignment with the Ramsar Convention’s global objectives.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 26, 2025
Zambia's former president Edgar Lungu has died, his party says
Lungu was head of state of the Southern African country between 2015 and 2021, when he lost an election to current President Hakainde Hichilema.
By Reuters
Jun. 5, 2025
Zim activist engages Hichilema over electoral material supply
Ren-Form was recently awarded a tender to print ballot papers for Namibia’s November election, triggering outrage from the opposition there.
By Priviledge Gumbodete
Nov. 2, 2024
Sadc summit: Zambian president skips Zimbabwe trip
The Sadc mission was led by former Zambian vice president Nevers Mumba, who was appointed by Hichilema.
By Staff Reporter
Aug. 17, 2024
