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Zambia's Tight Presidential Race | Zambia News
Zambia votes today in a high-stakes presidential race where incumbent Hakainde Hichilema, who narrowly won his first term in 2021 after six failed attempts, faces off against former minister Brian Mundubile. With soaring inflation and economic hardship gripping the nation, voters are weighing whether Hichilema’s reforms deliver enough hope—or if Mundubile’s promises of restoring freedoms and boosting agriculture can turn the tide. Polling stations report delays and confusion, while observers monitor for fairness amid claims of government interference. The winner must secure over 50% to avoid…
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