Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema won re-election with about 60% of the vote, defeating 13 challengers led by Brian Mundubile in an election overshadowed by fraud allegations and tensions.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema won a second five-year term with 60% of the vote. His closest rival, Brian Mundubile, who secured 38%, alleged irregularities and took refuge in a UN agency fearing arrest.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema won a second five-year term with 61.4% of the vote, defeating rival Brian Mundubile following an election marked by opposition complaints, a temporary vote-counting pause, and security raids.
Zambian police arrested 11 individuals, including six opposition figures, during a raid over alleged armed insurrection as vote counting experienced a temporary suspension amid electoral disputes.
Security forces in Zambia arrested 11 people, including senior opposition figures, over an alleged insurrection plot. Opposition candidate Brian Mundubile was found at the raid scene in Lusaka as the country awaits presidential election results.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema leads the general election count with nearly 59 percent of the vote, while the opposition alleges armed personnel raided the home of his main rival, Brian Mundubile.
Zimbabwean police recovered more bodies after a ferry capsized on Lake Kariba during heavy winds, bringing the death toll to at least 84. The overloaded vessel was carrying up to 153 people.
International observers in Zambia expressed concern over reports of intimidation and violence after vote counting for the presidential election was temporarily suspended.
A ferry capsizing on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe, due to overloading and heavy winds, results in 68 deaths, including 18 children, with 77 rescued; investigation highlights vessel was licensed for 90 but carried 114 adults, 5 crew, and unspecified children.
Zambia's electoral commission has suspended nationwide vote counting from Thursday's general election following reports of violence and the theft of marked ballot papers from ballot boxes.
Zambia's electoral commission has suspended nationwide vote counting and results announcements after election officials were targeted by violence and ballot papers were stolen.
Zambia holds elections with over 8 million registered voters, testing its democratic stability amid concerns over political freedoms and economic challenges. Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema faces a key challenge from Brian Mundubile in a largely two-horse race.
Polls opened in Zambia's presidential election as incumbent Hakainde Hichilema seeks a second term. The vote is a test of economic reforms amid widespread public concern over living costs.
Zambians go to the polls as President Hakainde Hichilema bids for a second term, facing opposition from the Tonse Alliance amid ongoing political tensions over the legacy and burial of late former president Edgar Lungu.
A boat carrying 90 passengers and 5 crew capsized on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe. Rescue efforts are underway; officials urge against speculating on casualties.
Zambia's general election features incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema seeking a second term against 14 challengers. Voters focus on high living costs, economic reforms, and judicial independence amid a redrawn parliamentary map.
Zambia's opposition faces the 2026 general election without former president Edgar Lungu, who died in June 2025. Parties are competing to inherit his political legacy and challenge incumbent Hakainde Hichilema.
Lameck Banda, esterno offensivo del Lecce, non si è presentato al ritiro in Austria, adducendo problemi logistici e burocratici. Il club salentino ha emesso una nota, riservandosi di valutare approfondimenti e possibili iniziative disciplinari per l'inadempienza contrattuale.
Countries bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are intensifying border screenings, training health workers, and activating emergency plans to prevent the spread of Ebola. This comes as the DRC battles a growing outbreak with over 930 deaths and 2,344 cases, complicated by conflict and insecurity in eastern DRC.
Countries bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo, including Zambia, Uganda, and Rwanda, have intensified Ebola screening and emergency plans as the DRC battles a growing outbreak with over 930 deaths. Regional cooperation through the EAC is strengthening preparedness, while conflict in eastern DRC complicates containment.
Zambian citizens are returning to their homeland due to escalating anti-migrant sentiment and violence in South Africa. Many have lost their homes, livelihoods, and belongings, with some governments organizing repatriation efforts. South African leaders deny inherent xenophobia, citing complex migration challenges.
Zambia's August 13, 2026 general election focuses on jobs, inflation, and cost of living. The outcome will impact critical mineral investment, economic reforms, and global power dynamics with the US, EU, and China.
Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu's family has won an appeal to bury him in South Africa, overturning a high court ruling that allowed repatriation. The Supreme Court of Appeal ruled the ex-president felt unwelcome in his home country.
Tunisia, under new manager Hervé Renard, suffered a heavy defeat to Japan in the 1,000th World Cup match. Ayase Ueda scored twice as Japan's inspired performance secured a dominant 4-1 victory, effectively ending Tunisia's tournament hopes.
