Politics

Zambia Votes: Hichilema's Economic Record Faces Ultimate Test

Zambia's presidential election sees Hakainde Hichilema fighting for a second term, with his economic policies under intense scrutiny. Voters head to the polls amidst national hardship, weighing the incumbent's performance against promises of prosperity in the copper-rich nation. This election is a critical barometer of the government's direction and popular sentiment.

AllAfrica - Latest·August 13, 2026AI-curated

[RFI] Zambia went to the polls Thursday with economic hardship testing President Hakainde Hichilema's record as he seeks a second term to govern the copper-rich nation.

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