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In a bid to secure another term, Zambia’s Hakainde Hichilema is controlling the judiciary, tampering with legislation and limiting activities by the opposition ahead of next year’s elections. Photo: Supplied
AUTHORITARIANISM

Zambia’s 2026 election: How Hichilema is tilting the playing field against opponents

As President Hakainde Hichilema lays his groundwork for Zambia’s 2026 election, a disputed outcome appears almost inevitable

  • Sishuwa Sishuwa
29 min read
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema.
BILL 7

Unpacking the dangers of the proposed amendments to Zambia’s constitution, Part II

President Hichilema is keen to win the support of MPs through inducement because their votes will determine the fate of his proposed changes to the constitution

  • Sishuwa Sishuwa
6 min read