Zambia's Election Tests Hichilema's Legacy | Lubbock News

Zambians head to the polls today in a high-stakes election that’s really a referendum on President Hakainde Hichilema’s economic leadership—eight million voters are choosing not just a president, but Parliament and local leaders too. With early lines forming before dawn despite chilly mornings, the race is tight, especially between Hichilema and rival Brian Mundubile. While Hichilema credits tough inherited conditions and promises five more years to fix jobs, infrastructure, and services, citizens feel the pain of rising food prices, unemployment, and power outages. The stakes are global too: Zambia’s copper wealth—critical for EVs—is drawing heavy interest from China and the U.S., both eager to deepen ties as Hichilema pushes to expand mining output. Campaign tensions have spiked, with police cracking down on unrest and opposition accusing the government of political targeting—just weeks after the controversial funeral of former President Edgar Lungu. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/41b7e6a958774931