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Zambia heads to polls with President Hichilema expected to win second term

Supporters of Zambian incumbent President and United Party for National Development (UPND) presidential candidate Hakainde Hichilema campaign on the street in Lusaka, Zambia.
Supporters of Zambia's incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema campaign on the street in Lusaka, Zambia, on August 10, 2026. © Anita Reed, AP

Zambians vote Thursday in a general election widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, as his economic record faces a test from voters frustrated by the cost of living and opposition parties seek to capitalise on discontent despite deep divisions.

Zambia goes to the polls on Thursday in a general election widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, although frustration over the cost of living may dent his support.

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