The Lasting Legacy of Zambia's Electoral Turmoil The elections in Zambia are being haunted by the ghost of President Hakainde Hichilema's predecessor, Edgar Lungu.
This is more than just a lingering specter it's a symptom of deeper issues plaguing the country's electoral landscape. For over four years, the feud between Hichilema and Lungu dominated Zambian politics.
It began long before Lungu's death in June 2025 and continued even after his passing.