Africa: All of Africa Today - August 18, 2026

Hichilema Wins Second Term as Zambia's President Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has won a second five-year term with 60% of the vote. He defeated his closest challenger, Brian Mundubile, who secured 38%, according to the electoral commission. Hichilema, 64, thanked voters and described the election as a demonstration of Zambia's commitment to democracy and peaceful political transitions. However, Mundubile disputed the process, alleging voting irregularities and discrepancies in results. The electoral commission briefly suspended vote counting over reports of violence and stolen ballots. Regional and international observers said polling was largely peaceful but raised concerns over media freedom, late electoral reforms and restrictions on the opposition. Death Toll Reaches 92 in Zimb