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Hichilema Wins Second Term in Zambia | Zambia News
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has won a decisive second term, securing 61% of the vote amid a tense but largely peaceful election. His main rival, Brian Mundubile, received 38%. The race was marred by pre-election violence, including arrests and a raid that left a parliamentarian wounded, prompting a temporary halt in vote counting. Despite these disruptions, international observers noted the election’s overall calm, though they criticized restrictions on fundamental freedoms. Hichilema, 64, thanked voters and pledged to serve all Zambians, as supporters celebrated in Lusaka. This…
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