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Hichilema wins second term in Zambia

Hichilema, 64, did not require a runoff and will serve another five-year term. The victory marks his second presidential win after he defeated then-President Edgar Lungu in 2021.

By Valentine Maya Aug. 18, 2026

Zambia's president wins second term with 60% of the vote

In statement after being declared the winner, Hichilema, 64, said: "We are truly humbled by the trust you have placed in our hands."

By Bbc News Aug. 18, 2026

Zambia's president wins second term with 60% of the vote

Presidential vote counting halted in Zambia over alleged attacks on polling staff

President Hakainde Hichilema is seeking a second five-year term. Brian Mundubile is the main opposition candidate among 13 challengers.

By Bbc News Aug. 14, 2026

Presidential vote counting halted in Zambia over alleged attacks on polling staff

Former Zambian president Edgar Lungu to be buried in South Africa

The latest judgment overturns a 2025 high court order that authorised the Zambian government to repatriate Lungu’s remains for a state funeral.

By Online Jun. 24, 2026

Former Zambian president Edgar Lungu to be buried in South Africa

Zimbabwe, Zambia artists unite for environmental conservation

Nkomo said artists have a key role to play in promoting unity, collaboration and research through creative expression.

By Alfred Tembo Jun. 21, 2026

Zimbabwe, Zambia artists unite for environmental conservation

Abubasutu backs Harare crowd to power Zim men’s volleyball Olympic dream

Only the tournament winner will book Africa’s sole ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, but Abubasutu insists the Harare crowd gives the hosts an edge rather than added weight.

By Austin Karonga Jun. 10, 2026

Abubasutu backs Harare crowd to power Zim men’s volleyball Olympic dream

Local firms target Zambian market in export push

ZimTrade has since expanded the programme to include agriculture services as part of efforts to diversify Zimbabwe’s export base and increase participation in regional services trade.

By Staff Writer Jun. 5, 2026

Local firms target Zambian market in export push

Zim, Zambia move to end boundary disputes

Plans to install floating buoys were revealed during the Zambia-Zimbabwe Joint Sensitisation Workshop on Lake Kariba demarcation in Siavonga, Zambia, this week.

By Obert Siamilandu Jun. 5, 2026

Zim, Zambia move to end boundary disputes

Windmill pivots to regional agribusiness amid diversification push

“Over the next three years, our ambition is clear: to transform Windmill from a fertiliser business into a diversified, regionally relevant agribusiness platform,” he said.

By Concilia Mupezeni Jun. 5, 2026