Africa: All of Africa Today – August 18, 2026

Hichilema Wins Second Term as Zambia’s President

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has won a second five-year term with 60% of the vote. He defeated his closest challenger, Brian Mundubile, who secured 38%, according to the electoral commission. Hichilema, 64, thanked voters and described the election as a demonstration of Zambia’s commitment to democracy and peaceful political transitions. However, Mundubile disputed the process, alleging voting irregularities and discrepancies in results….