Zambia: Hakainde Hichilema sworn in for second term
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in on 1 September 2026 after winning the 13 August presidential election. Official results gave him 60% of the vote, against 38% for his opponent Brian Mundubile, who is currently detained and charged with treason.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in for a second term on 1 September 2026, following his victory in the presidential election held on 13 August.
According to official results reported by RFI, Hakainde Hichilema won 60% of the vote. Brian Mundubile, a former minister and the main opposition candidate in the election, came second with 38% of the vote.
Main opponent detained
The inauguration comes as Brian Mundubile is in prison. He has been charged with treason, according to information reported by RFI.
Available information does not specify the facts behind the charge or the timetable for the judicial proceedings. It does, however, establish that Hakainde Hichilema’s second term begins in a context in which his main presidential rival is detained.
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