Hakainde Hichilema.
7th President of Zambia
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Government actions in Zambia have targeted critics, including historian Sishuwa Sishuwa, and detained political candidates.Well supported3 reports
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President Hakainde Hichilema addresses electoral violence and calls for investigations in Zambia.Well supported29 reports3 developments inside
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An AI-focused Confucius Institute was established in Zambia to advance technological cooperation.Some support1 report
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The incoming leader in Zambia faces election controversy and legal challenges following the recent presidential election.Well supported8 reports3 developments inside
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Hichilema opened the new parliament with the Grow Zambia Agenda, following his swearing-in in Lusaka.Some support1 report
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President Hakainde Hichilema is delaying the formation of his cabinet in Zambia.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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President Hakainde Hichilema addressed the United Nations General Assembly on September 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Hakainde Hichilema is leading the vision for national development in Zambia.Well supported13 reports5 developments inside
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Hakainde Hichilema presided over diplomatic engagements regarding deepening bilateral relations in trade and investment with Nigeria, including greetings from President Tinubu.Some support1 report
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A cabinet meeting was held and chaired by President Hakainde Hichilema on September 15, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A Global Summit for Eye Health is scheduled to take place in Antigua, involving Hakainde Hichilema, the current President of Zambia.Some support1 report
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Hakainde Hichilema is accused of presiding over a constitutional crisis.Some support2 reports
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The political action in Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, is underway, complicated by the death of Edgar Lungu and the status of his Patriotic Front base.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Kenya faces international scrutiny and calls for investigation over its election integrity and democratic backsliding.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Mundubile and Zulu were running mates, and Hichilema negotiated safe passage for Mundubile after the UN Country Office surrendered him.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DRC allegedly obtained identity documents fraudulently, with Hakainde Hichilema involved.Some support1 report
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Hichilema is the president of Zambia, which is a member of the African Union.Well supported3 reports
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Xian Hui represented China to Zambia, where he attended Hakainde Hichilema's inauguration and discussed cooperation.Some support3 reports
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The presidential election is currently underway in Zambia, involving Hakainde Hichilema.Well supported111 reports1 development inside
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Hakainde Hichilema pledged to triple the national economy of Zambia.Some support17 reports
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William Ruto traveled to attend the inauguration of Hakainde Hichilema.Some support1 report
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A list of facts detailing the former and current presidents of Zambia, including Hakainde Hichilema.Well supported3 reports
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Brian Mundubile announced he will challenge Hakainde Hichilema in the upcoming Zambian election.Well supported25 reports1 development inside
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Amidst the political tensions in Lusaka, Brian Mundubile has challenged Hakainde Hichilema in the election, while CARITAS warned of potential arrests.Some support14 reports3 developments inside
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Hakainde Hichilema issued a decree closing the courts in Zambia.Some support1 report
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Political tensions surround President Hichilema's re-election in Zambia, compounded by global market pressures on both national currencies.Some support2 reports
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Hakainde Hichilema faces accusations of divisive rhetoric and challenges the ruling party's policies in Zambia.Some support2 reports
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Hakainde Hichilema won a second term in Zambia, steering the country through economic turnaround, while Brian Mundubile leads the opposition.Well supported17 reports
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Hakainde Hichilema appointed Paul Kabuswe to the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development in the UPND government.Some support1 report
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Brian Mundubile was contesting the presidential election in Northern Province.Some support2 reports
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Hakainde Hichilema is seeking re-election in Zambia by promoting an infrastructure development drive.Some support1 report
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Major political rallies are held in Lusaka, Zambia, as the presidential election tests economic reforms and stability.Well supported55 reports2 developments inside
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Hakainde Hichilema announced his bid for a second term in Zambia, with commentary provided by Louw Nel on CNBC Africa.Some support3 reports
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The president of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, is facing uncertainty regarding the outcome of the recent election.Well supported6 reports4 developments inside
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Hakainde Hichilema's campaign shows strong support in certain areas, while Lusaka is identified as a major urban battleground.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Political figures in Kinshasa are contesting the presidential election outcome while investigating uranium presence in cobalt exports.Some support2 reports
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Investors are backing a major copper mine project in Zambia aimed at increasing copper output.Some support2 reports
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The Catholic Church is monitoring the elections in Zambia, and bishops have appealed to President Hichilema for peace.Some support2 reports
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President spoke about the Chisamba Solar Power Plant located in Central Province.Some support1 report
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Hakainde Hichilema attended a campaign rally while seeking a second term in the upcoming Zambian polls.Some support2 reports
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President Hakainde Hichilema is accused of using state resources to fund his political campaign in Zambia.Some support1 report
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President Hakainde Hichilema faced criticism for remarks, while Mutotwe Kafwaya apologized to BRE.Some support1 report
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Concerns about border posts are shared between nations, involving Malawi and Hakainde Hichilema.Some support1 report
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The funeral of Inkosi Mpezeni IV, a chief and unifying figure in Eastern Zambia, was attended by the President.Some support1 report
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Hakainde Hichilema used clemency on May 27, 2026, to pardon 1505 prisoners in the Zambian Correctional System.Some support1 report
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Around Hakainde Hichilema this week
News at the entities that move Hakainde Hichilema most-
Zambia StructuralIan Khama accused President Hichilema of being a dictator, sparking diplomatic tensions between Zambia and Botswana.Moves Hakainde Hichilema
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Botswana OperationalBotswana discussed water issues at the COP31 climate conference held in Turkey.Moves Hakainde Hichilema
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International Monetary Fund StructuralMohammed Amin Adam, a Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, questioned reliance on IMF fiscal space.Moves Hakainde Hichilema
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cabinet StructuralThe cabinet handles state appointments and policy, while the CMO releases information on government decisions.Moves Hakainde Hichilema
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Kenya OperationalA proposed merger involving Tuskys and Nakumatt is facing corporate governance concerns, concurrent with Parliament passing a motion affecting the election act.Moves Hakainde Hichilema
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Electoral Commission TransactionalBillionaire class is alleged to have conspired to rig an election.Moves Hakainde Hichilema
Connections
The 40 strongest of 64, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Zambia Structural
Hakainde Hichilema serves as the President of Zambia, leading the country's executive and political affairs.
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Brian Mundubile Operational
Brian Mundubile and Hakainde Hichilema are engaged in a direct political rivalry contesting the presidency of Zambia.
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United Party for National Development Structural
Hakainde Hichilema serves as the leader and member of the United Party for National Development.
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Edgar Lungu Operational
They were longstanding political rivals who competed for the presidency, with Hichilema ultimately defeating Lungu in 2021.
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Zambian Government Structural
Hakainde Hichilema serves as the current executive leader within the Zambian Government.
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Botswana Operational
Hakainde Hichilema, in his capacity as a high-ranking official, has held diplomatic meetings with leaders from Botswana.
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International Monetary Fund Structural
Hakainde Hichilema's government relies on the IMF program for economic stability and debt restructuring.
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Situmbeko Musokotwane Structural
Hakainde Hichilema appointed Situmbeko Musokotwane as Finance Minister of Zambia.
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cabinet Structural
Hakainde Hichilema is appointed to the cabinet, which is tasked with driving the economic agenda.
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United Party Structural
Hakainde Hichilema is formally affiliated with the United Party as a presidential candidate.
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Makebi Zulu Operational
The two individuals are active political rivals contesting the presidency in Zambia.
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Mutale Nalumango Structural
Mutale Nalumango served as Hakainde Hichilema's running mate and Vice-President.
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Kenya Operational
Hakainde Hichilema has engaged in high-level diplomatic meetings with leaders of Kenya, while his own situation is subject to international political scrutiny.
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Electoral Commission Transactional
The Electoral Commission formally declared Hakainde Hichilema as the winner of the election.
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Electoral Commission Structural
The Electoral Commission holds formal oversight responsibility for the election process and declares the winner involving Hakainde Hichilema.
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Catholic Church Structural
The Catholic Church seeks the counsel and intervention of Hakainde Hichilema regarding matters of peace and institutional concerns.
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parliament Structural
Hakainde Hichilema's leadership exerts influence and authority over the parliament.
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Bre Structural
A functions as the governing body or standard against which B's conduct is judged, as evidenced by criticism of B regarding A's norms.
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United Nations Operational
Hakainde Hichilema actively pressures the United Nations regarding opposition leaders and detainee handover.
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Harry Kalaba Operational
Direct rivals contesting the presidential election in Zambia.
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A political figure exerts pressure on the ICT regulator to prevent internet shutdowns.
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Constituency Development Fund Operational
Hakainde Hichilema uses his political influence to promote and implement the Constituency Development Fund for local projects.
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Lazarus Chakwera Operational
The two individuals are actively competing by comparing their campaign strategies.
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Hassan Transactional
The relationship is evidenced by the congratulatory act from the Tanzanian President to the incoming Zambian President-elect.
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Mercuria Energy Group Operational
Mercuria Energy Group and Hakainde Hichilema are engaged in an existing and extending metals-trading partnership.
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Zimbabwe Operational
Hakainde Hichilema actively coordinates with Zimbabwe on regional reforms and political initiatives.
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Patriotic Front Operational
The agency is politically aligned with the ruling party, and the relationship is characterized by political competition and outcomes.
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Africa Shared context
Hakainde Hichilema is a political figure whose actions and plans are situated within the continental context of Africa.
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Gina Romero Operational
Gina Romero's role as a rapporteur involves criticizing government actions related to Hakainde Hichilema's sphere of influence.
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Google Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in the context of the presidential election count.
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Ghana Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a single snapshot indicating that Ghana is pursuing reforms related to mineral wealth.
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China Transactional
A historical debt restructuring process followed a 2020 default by Hakainde Hichilema's entity to China.
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Malawi Shared context
The relationship is defined by shared international context regarding border post concerns.
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Central Province Shared context
The President's statements regarding the solar plant are situated in Central Province.
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Jeanne Shaheen Mentioned together
Jeanne Shaheen is tracking Hakainde Hichilema's work regarding democratic backsliding.
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Lusaka Shared context
Hakainde Hichilema's political activities, including rallies and inauguration, took place in Lusaka.
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Amnesty International Shared context
Amnesty International monitors and criticizes government actions, of which Hakainde Hichilema is a representative.
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Mutotwe Kafwaya Shared context
Two high-profile political figures operating within the Zambian government and political landscape.
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United Nations General Assembly Mentioned together
Hakainde Hichilema, as President, addressed the United Nations General Assembly.
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William Ruto Mentioned together
A congratulated B on her successful re-election and traveled to attend her inauguration.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 eventsSeptember 2026
13 events- Reports detail human rights concerns in Zambia, with international figures expressing worry amid political activity involving the incumbent president and opposition leaders.
- Government actions in Zambia have targeted critics, including historian Sishuwa Sishuwa, and detained political candidates.
- President Hakainde Hichilema addressed the United Nations General Assembly on September 27, 2026.
- Hakainde Hichilema presided over diplomatic engagements regarding deepening bilateral relations in trade and investment with Nigeria, including greetings from President Tinubu.
- A cabinet meeting was held and chaired by President Hakainde Hichilema on September 15, 2026.
- A Global Summit for Eye Health is scheduled to take place in Antigua, involving Hakainde Hichilema, the current President of Zambia.
- Hakainde Hichilema is accused of presiding over a constitutional crisis.
- Kenya faces international scrutiny and calls for investigation over its election integrity and democratic backsliding.
- DRC allegedly obtained identity documents fraudulently, with Hakainde Hichilema involved.
- Hichilema is the president of Zambia, which is a member of the African Union.
- Xian Hui represented China to Zambia, where he attended Hakainde Hichilema's inauguration and discussed cooperation.
- Hakainde Hichilema pledged to triple the national economy of Zambia.
- William Ruto traveled to attend the inauguration of Hakainde Hichilema.
August 2026
21 events- The incoming leader in Zambia faces election controversy and legal challenges following the recent presidential election.
- The political action in Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, is underway, complicated by the death of Edgar Lungu and the status of his Patriotic Front base.
- Mundubile and Zulu were running mates, and Hichilema negotiated safe passage for Mundubile after the UN Country Office surrendered him.
- The presidential election is currently underway in Zambia, involving Hakainde Hichilema.
- A list of facts detailing the former and current presidents of Zambia, including Hakainde Hichilema.
- Brian Mundubile announced he will challenge Hakainde Hichilema in the upcoming Zambian election.
- Amidst the political tensions in Lusaka, Brian Mundubile has challenged Hakainde Hichilema in the election, while CARITAS warned of potential arrests.
- Hakainde Hichilema issued a decree closing the courts in Zambia.
- Political tensions surround President Hichilema's re-election in Zambia, compounded by global market pressures on both national currencies.
- Hakainde Hichilema faces accusations of divisive rhetoric and challenges the ruling party's policies in Zambia.
- Hakainde Hichilema won a second term in Zambia, steering the country through economic turnaround, while Brian Mundubile leads the opposition.
- Hakainde Hichilema appointed Paul Kabuswe to the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development in the UPND government.
- Brian Mundubile was contesting the presidential election in Northern Province.
- Hakainde Hichilema is seeking re-election in Zambia by promoting an infrastructure development drive.
- Major political rallies are held in Lusaka, Zambia, as the presidential election tests economic reforms and stability.
- Hakainde Hichilema announced his bid for a second term in Zambia, with commentary provided by Louw Nel on CNBC Africa.
- Hakainde Hichilema's campaign shows strong support in certain areas, while Lusaka is identified as a major urban battleground.
- Political figures in Kinshasa are contesting the presidential election outcome while investigating uranium presence in cobalt exports.
- Investors are backing a major copper mine project in Zambia aimed at increasing copper output.
- The Catholic Church is monitoring the elections in Zambia, and bishops have appealed to President Hichilema for peace.
- President spoke about the Chisamba Solar Power Plant located in Central Province.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
6 events- President Hakainde Hichilema addresses electoral violence and calls for investigations in Zambia.
- Hakainde Hichilema is leading the vision for national development in Zambia.
- Hakainde Hichilema attended a campaign rally while seeking a second term in the upcoming Zambian polls.
- President Hakainde Hichilema is accused of using state resources to fund his political campaign in Zambia.
- President Hakainde Hichilema faced criticism for remarks, while Mutotwe Kafwaya apologized to BRE.
- Concerns about border posts are shared between nations, involving Malawi and Hakainde Hichilema.
June 2026
3 events- The president of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, is facing uncertainty regarding the outcome of the recent election.
- The funeral of Inkosi Mpezeni IV, a chief and unifying figure in Eastern Zambia, was attended by the President.
- Hakainde Hichilema used clemency on May 27, 2026, to pardon 1505 prisoners in the Zambian Correctional System.