Zambia: Polls open in elections expected to favour incumbent president

President Hakainde Hichilema is running on his economic record even as households face a cost of living crisis.

LUSAKA, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Zambia goes to the polls on Thursday in a general election widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, although frustration over the cost of living may dent his support.

LUSAKA, Aug 13 - Zambia goes to the polls on Thursday in a general election widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, although frustration over the cost of living may dent his support.