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.
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"We inherited a broken-down country… the economy was declining."
— Hakainde Hichilema , Politician
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Brian Mundubile is the main challenger to Hakainde Hichilema in the Zambian presidential election.
Hakainde Hichilema is the current President of Zambia and was previously the opposition leader.
Makebi Zulu is a spokesman for the Lungu family.
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Hakainde Hichilema swept to victory, but his main rival is now in detention charged with treason.
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