The economics of Zambia’s 2026 general election: manifesto costing, fiscal space, policy certainty and what businesses should plan for. Start with the series hub: <a href="https://zambianeconomist.com/economics-of-zambias-2026-election/">The Economics of Zambia’s 2026 Election</a>.
The Electoral Commission of Zambia opened its National Election Results Centre at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre on Wednesday, formally activating the venue that will serve as the…
President Hakainde Hichilema's special ZNBC interview is scheduled for 10:00 hours today, with the broadcast carried on television and radio nationwide.
The Electoral Commission of Zambia has revoked Binwell Mpundu's accreditation to the National Results Centre, citing a video in which he is alleged to have threatened to kill…
President Hakainde Hichilema has assured an ICGLR observation mission led by former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi that Zambia will hold a peaceful and credible election on Thursday.
The IBA has told Zambian broadcasters to report only verified election results announced through official ECZ channels and to give parties fair coverage.
Zambia enters the election period with stronger economic fundamentals. The challenge is to protect those gains and convert stability into jobs, production and higher household incomes.
Thursday, 13 August 2026 is a public holiday under Article 56 of the Constitution. Friday, 14 August is not a holiday. It is a working day.
Former PF cabinet minister Dr Dora Siliya has endorsed President Hakainde Hichilema ahead of Zambia’s August 13 election, citing economic continuity, debt restructuring, mining reform, education and jobs.
