Zambia's president to be sworn in for second term while opponent detained

Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: September 1, 2026Country: Zambia
Politics
Zambia's president to be sworn in for second term while opponent detained

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema is set to be sworn in for a second five-year term following a disputed election and the arrest of his main opponent, Brian Mundubile, on treason charges. Hichilema won the election with 60% of the vote, while Mundubile alleged electoral fraud. Observers raised concerns about the vote tallying process, and security forces conducted raids on opposition members, leading to arrests.

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