Zambia Election: President Hichilema Faces Backlash Ahead of Vote

President Hakainde Hichilema was elected five years ago, promising to protect civil liberties in his copper-rich African nation. Now, he’s accused of trampling on them.

Debt restructuring, inflation and copper revenues are emerging as key issues in the vote.

[Daily Trust] Zambians vote Thursday in a closely watched presidential election that will test whether recent economic gains can offset frustration over the high cost of living in one of Africa's most stable democracies.