Zambia's Hichilema re-elected president as main rival in hiding over alleged threats

In Zambia on 18 August 2026, President Hakainde Hichilema was declared the winner of the presidential election, giving him a second term. The Associated Press described the vote as troubled, and the New York Times described the campaign as tumultuous. The BBC wrote that his main rival is in hiding over alleged threats. Reuters and News24 wrote that investors expect continuity from the pro-business president and now want growth.