# Campaigns conclude in Zambia ahead of August 13 elections

https://mins.news/en/item/20800

- CGTN, 2026-08-12 11:45 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://newsaf.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-12/Campaigns-conclude-in-Zambia-ahead-of-August-13-elections-1PxZ4RtGT7i/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> Zambia’s campaign period has ended ahead of August 13 general elections for president, parliament and local government, with about 8.8 million registered voters. Incumbent Hakainde Hichilema is seeking another five-year mandate, while the main opposition challenge comes from Tonse Alliance candidate Brian Mundubile. Cost of living, economic reforms, jobs and living conditions are central issues.

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