Chatham House Warns Hichilema Risks Eroding Zambia's Democratic Playing Field Ahead of August 13 Vote

Chatham House warned on August 10 that President Hakainde Hichilema, hailed as a democratic champion in opposition, risks quietly eroding competitive space as incumbent — through resource, media, and timing advantages — and urged him to resist tipping the scales. Zambians vote August 13. Hichilema has publicly pledged free and fair elections.