President
President of Zambia
National presidential election
DeclaredReportedLast updated 1 day ago
Candidate results5,966,628 valid votes
14 candidates1
HH
Hakainde Hichilema UPND · United Party for National Development
2,967,32649.73%
Reported
2
BM
Brian Mundubile NRPUP · National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity
2,965,32649.70%
Reported
3
HK
Harry Kalaba CF · Citizens First
13,3940.22%
Reported
4
FM
Fred M'membe SP · Socialist Party
5,6640.09%
Reported
5
GK
Given Katuta IND · Independent
4,9840.08%
Reported
6
KF
Kelvin Fube Bwalya ZMP · Zambia Must Prosper
3,7920.06%
Reported
7
RS
Richard Silumbe LM · Leadership Movement
2,3380.04%
Reported
8
BM
Brian Mushimba OPP · Organised People's Party
2,0660.03%
Reported
9
HK
Howard Kunda ZAWAPA · Zambia Wake Up Party
1,0920.02%
Reported
10
RS
Richwell Siamunene NFP · New Focus Party
6460.01%
Reported
14
AA
Ackim Antony Njobvu DU · Democratic Union
00.00%
Verified
13
DP
Dan Pule CDP · Christian Democratic Party
00.00%
Verified
12
XC
Xavier Chungu LDP · Liberal Democrats Party
00.00%
Verified
11
GM
Given Mwenya Chansa MEE · Movement for Economic Emancipation
00.00%
Verified
Audit trail
Updates for this race
Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed
PVT SETTLES POLL QUESTION Civil society confirms Hichilema’s re-election but warns that regional voting, police conduct and political tensions must be addressed By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 — 24-08-2026 – The Parallel Vote Tabulation (PVT) conducted by the Consortium of Civil Society Organisations for Good Governance and Constitutionalism has confirmed President Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election, […]
‘Restore access to courts,’ Zambian lawyers knock govt over closure of courts amid post-election battles
The Law Association of Zambia has called for the immediate restoration of access to courts following the closure of superior courts in Lusaka and the deployment of heavily armed military personnel around court premises. LAZ president, Arnold Kaluba, expressed concern over the shutdown, which occurred without a formal public explanation on the reasons, scope, or duration of the closure. In a statement issued in Lusaka on Monday, Kaluba said the association had seen an unsigned memorandum dated August 24, 2026 addressed to Judiciary staff directing the closure of courts. He, however, said no further official information had been provided to […] The post ‘Restore access to courts,’ Zambian lawyers knock govt over closure of courts amid post-election battles first appeared on Zambia Monitor .
Greece, Rwanda congratulate President Hichilema on re-election
Presidents of Greece and Rwanda have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as President of the Republic of Zambia. President of the Hellenic Republic (Greece) Constantine Tassoulas expressed confidence that the bilateral relations between Greece and Zambia will be further strengthened to the mutual benefit of the two peoples. And in a separate congratulatory […]
Nicaragua congratulates President Hichilema
Co-Presidents of the Republic of Nicaragua, Daniel Ortega Saavedra and Rosario Murillo, have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as President of Zambia. The Nicaraguan leaders have said that President Hichilema’s re-election reaffirms the confidence that the Zambian people have in President Hichilema’s leadership and guidance of the country. They have since extended their […]
Lesotho, Eswatini congratulate President Hichilema
The governments and people of Lesotho and Eswatini have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as President of Zambia. The government and people of the Kingdom of Lesotho, through its Embassy in Addis Ababa, congratulated the people of Zambia for exercising their democratic right and wished President Hichilema success as he assumes the renewed […]
Nigeria congratulates President Hichilema
The Federal Republic of Nigeria has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as President of the Republic of Zambia. Nigeria also commended the Zambian people for exercising their democratic rights in a peaceful, orderly and responsible manner. The congratulatory message reflects Nigeria’s recognition of Zambia’s electoral process and the conduct of the Zambian people […]
I fully agree with Zumani Zimba’s call for a Government of National Unity in Zambia- Wright Musoma
STATEMENT ON THE CALL FOR A GOVERNMENT OF NATIONAL UNITY. Friends and fellow citizens, As ZRP President and Tonse PF Pamozi Alliance Nation Mobilization Chairperson, I fully agree with Dr Chrisy Zimba’s call for a Government of National Unity in Zambia. Following the just-concluded elections, it is clear that our country is divided and tense. […]
IF ZAMBIA’S ELECTIONS WERE RIGGED, THEN GOD RIGGED THEM SAYS UEBERT ANGEL
IF ZAMBIA’S ELECTIONS WERE RIGGED, THEN GOD RIGGED THEM SAYS UEBERT ANGEL. Zimbabwean prophet Uebert Angel has delivered a controversial message on Zambia’s elections, declaring that if the election was rigged, then “God rigged it.” Adressing his church members on Sunday, Angel says he had already prophesied that Zambia’s electoral outcome would not ultimately be […]
TI-Z CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE REOPENING OF COURTS
TI-Z CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE REOPENING OF COURTS Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has expressed concern over the closure of superior courts on the final day of the constitutional window for challenging presidential election results. TI-Z says an unsigned memorandum from the Judiciary’s Chief Administrator directed staff not to report for work due to unspecified “security reasons,” […]
Reconciliation with UPND, only way to save Mundubile — Zumani
Reconciliation with UPND, only way to save Mundubile — Zumani TONSE Alliance founder member Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba says dialogue and reconciliation with the UPND is the only way to save NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, his running mate Makebi Zulu and others facing political charges. In a lengthy post shared on his Facebook page […]
MEET THE NEW DAG HAMMARSKJÖLD MP – EZRA TEMBO – NRPUP
MEET THE NEW DAG HAMMARSKJÖLD MP – EZRA TEMBO – NRPUP Newly elected Dag Hammarskjöld Constituency Member of Parliament-elect Ezra Tembo stood on the NRPUP ticket, a party he leads as President. In his pledge, he said: “My leadership will be inclusive and transparent. I will work with traditional leaders, churches, civil society, the business […]
PEACE MUST COME BEFORE RIGHTS – TAYALI
PEACE MUST COME BEFORE RIGHTS – TAYALI Economic and Equity Party (EEP) president Chilufya Tayali says peace must take precedence over other national interests, arguing that constitutional rights, democracy and justice cannot be guaranteed in the absence of peace. Mr Tayali says Zambia cannot effectively uphold human rights, conduct elections or provide access to justice […]
Zumani Zimba proposes unity government between UPND and NRPUP Tonse Alliance
Zimba proposes unity government between UPND and NRPUP Tonse Alliance Political scientist and NRPUP Tonse Alliance chief presidential adviser Dr Chris Zumani Zimba has proposed the formation of a national unity government between the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) and the NRPUP Tonse Alliance as a way of promoting post-election dialogue, reconciliation and […]
King Mswati III congratulates Hichilema on re-election
King Mswati III congratulates Hichilema on re-election ESWATINI King Mswati III, Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation, has congratulated Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election. The message was conveyed on behalf of the King, the Queen Mother, the Eswatini Government and people. King Mswati III expressed confidence that Zambia […]
Consortium call for release of political detainees as Zambia moves to post-election reconciliation
The Consortium of CSOs for Good Governance and Constitutionalism has called for the release of persons detained on politically related grounds, saying continued detention risked undermining national healing after the 2026 elections. The demand featured prominently in the group’s Interim Elections and Parallel Vote Tabulation Report released on Monday, in which the consortium assessed the conduct of the polls and proposed steps for democratic consolidation. The consortium said the post-election period should be used to restore confidence, uphold the rule of law, and protect fundamental rights. It further urged President Hakainde Hichilema to take the lead in initiating a genuine […] The post Consortium call for release of political detainees as Zambia moves to post-election reconciliation first appeared on Zambia Monitor .
Courts shut as leading opposition figure, Mundubile, begins move to challenge Hichilema victory
The High Court and Supreme Court complex, which also houses the Constitutional Court, has been barricaded with yellow “crime scene” tape and closed amid heightened security on the final day for opposition presidential candidate, Brian Mundubile, to file a petition challenging President Hakainde Hichilema’s victory in the Aug. 13 election. The Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security and National Prosecution Authority (NPA) premises are also closed, with security personnel deployed around the institutions. Mundubile, the Tonse Pamodzi Alliance presidential candidate, was expected to file his petition today, Aug. 24, the deadline for challenging the presidential election results. Security personnel […] The post Courts shut as leading opposition figure, Mundubile, begins move to challenge Hichilema victory first appeared on Zambia Monitor .
Mundubile petition window closes as courts shut for business
The window for losing presidential candidate Brian Mundubile to petition the results of the August 13 general election closes today amid the closure of court premises in Lusaka and several other parts of the country, with police deployed at some of the affected judicial facilities. The developments have placed particular attention on the Constitutional Court […]
Tonse Alliance will file presidential election petition by today’s deadline- Muhabi Lungu
BRIEFING | Tonse remnants expect Mundubile election petition by deadline We Are One Zambia Alliance (WOZA) secretary-general Muhabi Lungu says the Tonse-affiliated grouping expects a presidential election petition to be filed by today’s deadline challenging President-elect Hakainde Hichilema’s re-election. According to Hot FM, Lungu said the anticipated challenge centres on alleged irregularities in the handling […]
Mundubile faces final hours to petition presidential election result
Mundubile faces final hours to petition presidential election result The window for losing NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile to challenge the outcome of Zambia’s August 13 presidential election is rapidly closing, with less than 24 hours remaining before the constitutional deadline expires. Lusaka, 24 August – Sources close to the matter say Mundubile had not […]
Mundubile and Makebi have no political party, which political party are they going to use to petition the August elections?- Edwin Lifwekelo
PRESS STATEMENT For immediate release 24/ 08/2026 MOVE ON STOP DARING STATE Elections are over it’s time to move on and support President Hakainde Hichilema s immediate tenure of office. There can only be one President at a time and this time belongs to President Hakainde Hichilema who was voted by almost 3 million zambians […]