Zambia Vote Tally Questioned as Opposition Plans Court Challenge

A Zambian election watchdog questioned the credibility of the southern African nation’s Aug. 13 vote, after the main opposition leader said he’ll challenge the outcome in court

[Agenzia Fides] Lusaka -- Brian Mundubile, the main challenger to President Hakainde Hichilema in the 2026 presidential election, has rejected the Electoral Commission of Zambia's declaration of Hichilema's victory following the vote held on August 13 (see Fides, 13 and 18/8/2026).

Opposition leader claims 'serious irregularities' in the vote that handed President Hakainde Hichilema a second term.

LUSAKA, Aug 19 - Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile said on Wednesday that he would challenge this week's presidential election result in court, alleging vote fraud in the contest that handed President Hakainde Hichilema a second term in office.