Zambia Election

People queue up outside a polling station during a presidential election in Lusaka, Zambia, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

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Vote counting suspended then restarted under heightened security in Zambia election

Vote counting suspended then restarted under heightened security in Zambia election

Vote counting in Zambia’s presidential election was suspended and then restarted under heightened security over reports of violence against election officials and the theft of ballot boxes. The Electoral Commission of Zambia said Friday the "security threat" to the election had been contained without saying who was responsible for the violence or alleged theft of ballots. Opposition leader Brian Mundubile claimed victory and expressed concerns about potential interference. Thursday's election is a test of President Hakainde Hichilema’s economic reforms. Hichilema is seeking a second term against 13 other candidates, including Mundubile. Final results were expected on Monday.