Cost of living crisis stories

Aug 11, 2026

Zambia holds presidential election testing economic reforms

Zambians vote Thursday in elections widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, though frustration over cost of living may reduce his support despite economic reform efforts.

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Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema wins re-election amid cost-of-living concerns

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema secured a second term, defeating opposition challenger Brian Mundubile by more than one million votes. Despite campaigning on economic recovery and debt restructuring achievements, his victory margin was narrower than expected as voters expressed frustration over persistent poverty and cost-of-living pressures.

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