Zambia's President Wins Re-election as Observers and Rivals Cry Foul

Zambia's election officials declared President Hakainde Hichilema re-elected on August 18, 2026, with 60% of the vote over challenger Brian Mundubile. European Union watchers reported violence, threats, and restricted news coverage during the campaign. Mundubile's team disputed the voting and counting. Officials had briefly paused results after attackers targeted staff and stole ballots.