Zambia's Election: A Mixed Bag for Democracy in Africa Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema won his second term with a significant margin, but beneath the surface of this election lies a complex narrative of democracy in practice.
The incumbent's victory was anticipated, given the inherent advantages of incumbency and Hichilema's popularity among voters.
Reports of fraud allegations, intimidation, and violence marred the electoral process, which international observers deemed "largely peaceful" but criticized for its limitations on fundamental freedoms.