The economy dominates voter concerns in the southern African country.
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema boasts about the economic recovery achieved under his leadership. Now, he is seeking a second term in office. The vote is attracting international attention because the southern African nation is rich in critical minerals – but most Zambians do not reap the benefits of that wealth.
The World Bank says 70 percent of the population survives on less than three dollars a day. So, how will the outcome of the general election shape Zambia’s politics? Oliver Saasa – Chancellor at Mulungushi University Sishuwa Sishuwa – Senior lecturer in history at Stellenbosch University Christopher Vandome – Senior Research Fellow at Chatham House’s Africa Programme
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