Africa: All of Africa Today – September 2, 2026

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema Sworn In for Second Term

Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term following an election overshadowed by opposition allegations of irregularities and the arrest of his main rival, Brian Mundubile, on treason charges. Hichilema was declared the winner of the 13 August election with 60% of the vote. Mundubile received 38% and claimed the results had been manipulated. Concerns were also raised after courts were sealed…