Zambia: Miles Sampa backs Hichilema as campaigns intensify

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: June 6, 2026Country: Zambia

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Miles Sampa, a Zambian politician, has publicly backed President Hakainde Hichilema as political campaigns intensify. The endorsement comes amid a heated political atmosphere. Sampa's support is seen as a boost for Hichilema's re-election bid.

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