Chatham House Cautions Zambia's Hichilema Over Democratic Edge Ahead of August 13 Vote

Chatham House warned August 10 that President Hichilema — once praised as a democratic reformer — risks tilting Zambia's August 13 elections using incumbent advantages in resources, media access, and vote timing. The think tank urged him to keep the playing field level. Hichilema has publicly pledged free and fair elections.