Zambia's president to be sworn in for second term while opponent detained
Hakainde Hichilema swept to victory, but his main rival is now in detention charged with treason.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected to a second term, according to official figures. President John Mahama of Ghana has congratulated Hichilema on his victory. Mahama expressed hope that the re-election of Hichilema would allow for further strengthening of the bilateral relations between Zambia and Ghana. He also mentioned that the outcomes of the State Visit to Zambia by Hichilema in February could be translated into tangible benefits for the people of both nations.
Hichilema received 60 percent of valid votes and is set to be inaugurated on September 1 at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka.
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- Mahama congratulate Hichilema on his re-election as President of Zambia ghanabusinessnews.com
- Mahama congratulates Hichilema on his re-election as President of Zambia myjoyonline.com
