Zambia president begins second term as rival faces treason charges

The Punch | 01-09-2026 12:20pm |

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has officially started his second term in office. This comes at a time when his main opponent, who lost in the recent elections, is in jail facing serious charges of treason. The elections held on August 13 were criticized due to claims of intimidation and unfair treatment towards opposition parties, which has raised concerns about the state of democracy in Zambia.

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