Zambians cast ballots in a presidential election that tests incumbent’s economic reforms
Hichilema seeks a second term as voters weigh debt relief and growth against unemployment, high prices and concerns over political freedoms.
- On Thursday, Zambians began voting in a presidential election testing whether incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema's economic reforms overcome widespread frustration over living costs and jobs.
- Hichilema, seeking a second term after taking office in 2021, campaigned on debt restructuring and economic stabilization; critics argue these gains have not improved living conditions for many households amid nearly 10 percent unemployment.
- Around 8 million registered voters choose between the incumbent and 13 other candidates, with challenger Brian Mundubile of an opposition alliance emerging as the strongest competitor amid campaigns focused on employment and rising food prices.
- Mundubile has accused authorities of using arrests and abductions to intimidate opposition figures, while supporters praise Hichilema for bringing stability and free education to the 22 million-person nation.
- Results arrive Monday, determining whether Zambia continues its economic restructuring path or shifts leadership, a decision influencing the country's role in the global green-energy transition.
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Election of the Day: Zambia
Today, Zambians will decide if current president Hakainde Hichilema, supported by the center-left coalition UPND (United Party for National Development) coalition, deserves a second five year term. A new national legislature will also be elected: 226 single member district first past the post seats, along with 40 PR seats based on the presidential vote. (Another 11 seats will later be appointed by the President.) This will be Hichilema’s 5th pre…
(Johannesburg = Yonhap News) Correspondent Na Hak-jin = Presidential and general elections were held on the 13th (local time) in Zambia, Africa, a world-leading copper ore producing country.
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