Hichilema sworn in for second term after election violence

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Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in for a second term as Zambian president following post-election turmoil. His main rival was jailed amid election violence.

WHO: Hakainde Hichilema

WHAT: Hichilema was sworn in for a second term as president after post-election turmoil in which his main rival was jailed.

WHEN: Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 1:35 PM ET

WHERE: Zambia

WHY: The swearing-in followed post-election turmoil after the election.

How this story developed (showing 2 of 2 earlier reports)

Hichilema inaugurated for second term after disputed vote · Sep 2, 2026 at 2:17 PM ET
Hichilema to be sworn in for second term as rival detained · Sep 1, 2026 at 3:07 AM ET

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