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August 18, 2026
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Zambia's Hichilema re-elected amid chaotic opposition surge

Zambia's Hichilema re-elected amid chaotic opposition surge

The election aftermath turned chaotic following midnight arrests involving gunfire..

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Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected for a second term, securing approximately 60 percent of the vote. His victory came amid a surprisingly strong showing from opposition leader Brian Mundubile, who garnered 38 percent.

  • Hakainde Hichilema, the incumbent, secured 60% of the vote in the August 13, 2026 general election.
  • The main challenger was Brian Mundubile, representing the opposition.
  • The election aftermath was marked by chaos, including arrests of opposition figures and the suspension of vote counting due to alleged violence and ballot theft.

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