Tag Archives: Brian Mundubile

24Aug/26

Zambia’s election petition hits a padlocked court

August 24, 2026PoliticsArnold Kaluba, Brian Mundubile, Dan Pule, Edgar Lungu, Elections in Zambia, Forum for Democracy and Development, Francis Mulenga, George Chisanga, Given Lubinda, Hakainde Hichilema, Lovemore Chishima, Lusaka, Makebi Zulu, Mutotwe Kafwaya, Patrick Kangwa, Patriotic Front, Presidents of Zambia, Richard Banda, Simon Phiri, Tanzania, Tonse Alliance, Trevor Mwamba, United Party for National Development, Xavier Franklin Chungu, Zambia, Zambian general electionadmin

Separation of Powers Fractured: Armed Forces Lock Down Zambian Courts as Inauguration Looms

Mon, Aug 24 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The general election in Zambia on August 13, 2026, concluded with the Electoral Commission of Zambia declaring incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema of the United Party for National Development (UPND) the winner with 60.49% of the vote, securing a second term over his chief opponent, Brian Mundubile of the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), who received 37.87%. Mundubile immediately rejected these results, citing serious irregularities, vote fraud, and significant ballot count discrepancies, which were echoed by independent parallel vote tabulations and international observer reports. Concerns were heightened by a temporary suspension of vote counting on August 14 and subsequent heavy military deployment at tallying centers, which observers noted compromised the transparency of the results process. Continue reading →

21Aug/26

Blood and Copper in Zambia’s Stolen Election

August 21, 2026PoliticsBrian Mundubile, Context, George Chisanga, Hakainde Hichilema, Lusaka, Maambo Hamaundu, Makebi Zulu, Mutotwe Kafwaya, Presidents of Zambia, Trevor Mwamba, United Party for National Development, United States, Zambiaadmin

Independent Audit Exposes Systematic Tallying Discrepancies in 30 Constituencies of Zambia’s Presidential Vote

Fri, Aug 21 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — On August 18, 2026, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) declared the re-election of incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema (United Party for National Development – UPND) to a second five-year term. The official results indicated that Hichilema won 60.49% of the vote (2,965,326 votes), while his primary challenger, Brian Mundubile of the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP)—representing the Tonse-Pamodzi Alliance—secured 37.87% (1,856,222 votes). The ECZ reported an official voter turnout of 57.23% out of 8,786,300 registered voters. Hichilema praised the electorate for their trust, pledging to focus on national unity and development, while the opposition immediately rejected the results, alleging systematic irregularities and promising legal challenges. Continue reading →

20Aug/26

Zambia’s Landslide Victory and Opposition Crackdown

August 20, 2026Politicsamnesty international, Bill, Brian Mundubile, Christon Tembo, Edgar Lungu, Frederick Chiluba, George Chisanga, Godfrey Miyanda, Hakainde, Hakainde Hichilema, Hichilema, Jean Kapata, Levy Mwanawasa, Lusaka, Makebi Zulu, Mukuka, Mutotwe Kafwaya, Patrick Matibini, Patrick Mwansa, Presidency of Hakainde Hichilema, Presidents of Zambia, Thomas Allan Zgambo, Trevor Mwamba, Volker Türk, Zambiaadmin

From Democratic Beacon to Shadow State — President Hichilema’s Co-option of the Judiciary and Post-Election Security Crackdowns

Thu, Aug 20 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Zambia’s standing as a historically resilient multiparty democracy in Southern Africa has been severely tested by the events surrounding the August 13, 2026, general election, which critics argue represent a systematic campaign by President Hakainde Hichilema’s administration to dismantle the country’s democratic framework. Although Hichilema came to power in 2021 on a reformist “New Dawn” platform pledging to restore the rule of law and depoliticize the civil service, his administration has increasingly co-opted state institutions to eliminate political opposition and consolidate executive hegemony, fueling fears of an engineered “life presidency”. The run-up to the election was marked by rising authoritarianism, including the weaponization of the Cyber Crimes Act of 2025 to arrest independent journalists like MacPherson Mukuka and Thomas Allan Zgambo, as well as a proposed Non-Governmental Organizations Bill designed to grant the government excessive control over civil society groups. Tensions escalated further following the death of former President Edgar Lungu in June 2025, which fragmented the opposition, and the Constitutional Court’s retroactive disqualification of Lungu from contesting the 2026 elections. Continue reading →

20Aug/26

Military raids and treason in Zambia

August 20, 2026PoliticsBotswana, Brian Mundubile, Elections in Zambia, George Chisanga, Graphel Musamba, Hakainde Hichilema, Lusaka, Makebi Zulu, Mmasekgoa Masire, Mmasekgoa Masire-Mwamba, Mokgweetsi Masisi, Mutotwe Kafwaya, Oxford, Presidents of Zambia, Russia, Thabo Kawana, the southern african development community, Trevor Mwamba, Volker Türk, Zambiaadmin

Democracy in Peril: Military Raid, High-Profile Arrests, and Disputed Ballots Shackle Zambia’s Post-Election Landscape

Thu, Aug 20 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Zambia’s general election, held on August 13, 2026, resulted in the re-election of incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema for a second five-year term. According to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), Hichilema secured 60.49% of the vote, defeating his primary challenger, Brian Mundubile of the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP), who received 37.87%. While Hichilema expressed gratitude to voters and committed his second term to national unity, economic expansion, and debt recovery, the electoral process was instantly marred by major disruptions. On August 14, the ECZ temporarily suspended vote counting and results tabulation nationwide, citing localized violence against polling staff and the theft of marked ballots. Although the suspension was lifted the same day, international observer groups, including the European Union and the Southern African Development Community (SADC), voiced concerns over an uneven playing field, late constitutional and legal reforms, extended pauses in results tabulation, and reports of political intimidation. Continue reading →

17Aug/26

Zambia’s 2026 Election and 22-Hour Blackouts

August 17, 2026PoliticsBrian Mundubile, Elections in Zambia, Forum for Democracy and Development, Hakainde Hichilema, Lusaka, Mokgweetsi Masisi, Presidents of Zambia, Samuel Tembenu, Tonse Alliance, United Democratic Alliance, Zambia, Zambian general electionadmin

The Defining Moments of Zambia’s 2026 Election

Mon, Aug 17 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — These sources provide a comprehensive look at the 2026 Zambian general election, covering the candidates, legal reforms, and shifting political alliances. Incumbent Hakainde Hichilema sought a second term against a fractured opposition, with Brian Mundubile emerging as his primary challenger representing the Tonse Alliance. The reports detail significant constitutional amendments that expanded the National Assembly and introduced a mixed-member proportional representation system. Analysts highlight concerns regarding legislative maneuvering, economic grievances like the high cost of living, and accusations of gerrymandering. Despite reports of isolated violence and a temporary pause in vote counting, the data indicates a high voter turnout among the nearly nine million registered citizens. Ultimately, the records illustrate a tense political landscape defined by regional voting blocks and the ongoing test of Zambia’s democratic institutions. Continue reading →

15Aug/26

Zambia’s 2026 Election in the Dark

August 15, 2026PoliticsBallot, Brian Mundubile, Elections, Elections in Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, Lovemore Chishima, National Assembly of Zambia, Politics of Zambia, Presidents of Zambia, Secret ballot, Tonse Alliance, Zambiaadmin

Zambia Suspends Election Count Amid Violence, Then Resumes

Sat , Aug 15 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Zambia’s Electoral Commission halted result announcements on August 14 after attacks on staff and stolen ballots in some areas, an unprecedented step under the Electoral Process Act. Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema called for peace amid encouraging early signs, while challenger Brian Mundubile declared victory from his party’s tallies and warned of potential interference. The suspension lasted hours; counting resumed that evening with extra security, and partial results on August 15 showed Hichilema leading in key spots like Southern Province.

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04Aug/26

Bond Rallies and Blackouts in Zambia

August 4, 2026PoliticsBrian Mundubile, Edgar Lungu, Edgar Lungu.However, Fred M'membe, Given Katuta, Hakainde Hichilema, JOHANNESBURG, London, Lusaka, Makebi Zulu, Makozo Chikote, Miles Sampa, Nigeria, Presidency of Hakainde Hichilema, Presidents of Zambia, South Africa, United Party for National Development, UPND Alliance, Zambia, Zambian general electionadmin

Zambia’s 2026 Election: A High-Stakes Two-Horse Race Decided by Economic Squeeze and Drought

Tue , Aug 04 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Zambia’s general election on August 13, 2026, represents a pivotal, alliance-driven contest that will test the country’s democratic resilience and economic direction. Although fourteen presidential candidates are officially cleared to run, the election is fundamentally a two-horse race between incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema of the United Party for National Development (UPND) and opposition challenger Brian Mundubile. Hichilema enters the race backed by an expanded 15-party UPND Alliance, leveraging the power of incumbency. His challenger, Mundubile—a 55-year-old lawyer, accountant, and former government chief whip—is running under the National Reconciliation Party for Unity and Prosperity (NRPUP) banner after unifying a highly fractured opposition under the Tonse–Pamodzi Alliance. Continue reading →