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>.
President Hakainde Hichilema cast his ballot in Lusaka on Thursday as millions of Zambians voted in a general election that will decide whether his economic turnaround earns a…
The Library Development Foundation (LDF) says voting has remained calm and peaceful at polling stations visited by its monitors and observers across Lusaka. According to the organisation, voter…
Tasila Lungu Mwansa, daughter of late President Edgar Lungu, appeared in public for the first time in over a year, voting at Kabulonga Boys where she was pictured…
President Hichilema voted at Kabulonga Boys Secondary School alongside his sons Chikonka and Habwela, as Zambia held a general election with results due by 17 August.
By Zambian Economist Analyst One of Lusaka’s busiest arteries stood empty on Thursday morning as Zambians queued at polling stations across the country instead of commuting to work.…
Voting at the Lusaka Golf Club polling station is calm and orderly on election day, echoing the earlier report from Kabulonga Secondary School.
Zambia could be entering a strong post-election confidence rally, but converting political certainty into investment, jobs and inclusive growth will depend on what happens after the count.
Zambians began voting on Thursday in the 2026 General Election, with polling stations scheduled to remain open from 06:00 to 18:00. The Electoral Commission of Zambia says 8,786,300…
