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As of today, Zambia has not yet completed the 2026 General Election adoption/nomination process, and no new national leaders have been elected for the next term. The country is currently in the final preparations for the August 13, 2026 General Elections. The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has been updating nomination procedures, fees, and election preparations for presidential, parliamentary, mayoral, council chairperson, and councillor candidates.

Key Political Developments This Week

1. Election Preparations Intensify

The ECZ is finalizing nomination procedures and reviewing nomination fees for presidential candidates, MPs, mayors, council chairpersons, and councillors ahead of the August elections.

2. New Constituencies Created

Zambia has expanded its constituencies from 156 to 226 following the delimitation exercise. The new constituencies will be used in the 2026 elections, increasing parliamentary representation across the country.

3. Constitutional Changes Remain a Major Topic

The constitutional amendment process passed through Parliament, introducing significant electoral reforms, including a mixed-member representation system and additional reserved seats for women, youths, and persons with disabilities. The reforms remain a major subject of political debate.

4. Opposition Realignments Continue

Opposition parties continue forming alliances ahead of the elections. The political landscape remains fluid, with developments involving the PF factions, Tonse Alliance, Citizens First, UKA, and other opposition groups.

Current National Leadership (Still in Office)

President

  • Hakainde Hichilema – President of Zambia

Vice President

  • Mutale Nalumango

Ruling Party

  • United Party for National Development (UPND)

Parliament

The current National Assembly remains in place until the election process concludes, although constituency boundaries have been expanded for the upcoming polls.

Mayors and Council Chairpersons

There has been no nationwide replacement of mayors or council chairpersons yet. Current office holders remain in position until the electoral process is completed and new local government elections are held.

Political Mood

The main political contest is shaping up between:

  • Hakainde Hichilema and the UPND.
  • Opposition alliances led by figures from the PF, Tonse Alliance, Citizens First, and UKA formations.

At the moment, Zambia remains in a pre-election phase, meaning there are no officially adopted winners from President down to Mayor and Councillor positions yet. The decisive stage will be the August 13, 2026 General Elections.

 Political Picture in North-Western Province

The province remains one of the strongest support bases for the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND).

Internal competition for adoption has been intense in constituencies such as Mwinilunga, Kasempa, Solwezi, Manyinga, and Ikelengi.

Reports from party structures indicate that adoption decisions are being closely watched because winning the UPND adoption in many North-Western constituencies is often viewed as a major advantage going into the general election. �

Zambia: News Diggers! +1

Notable Developments

In Ikelengi, local leaders have publicly argued that the UPND should field a candidate from within the party rather than rely on alliance arrangements, highlighting the importance of the adoption process. �

Zambia: News Diggers!

Constituencies such as Mwinilunga and Kasempa are expected to be politically significant because of the new constituency boundaries and electoral reforms ahead of the 2026 elections. �

The Mail & Guardian +1

The province continues to be led by Robert Lihefu as Provincial Minister, while local party structures prepare for the August election campaign. �

Wikipedia

Current Standing

Based on available information:

Position

Current Situation

Presidential Race

UPND backing Hakainde Hichilema, while the opposition is rallying around Brian Mundubile and other candidates. �

Wikipedia

Parliamentary Adoptions

Ongoing in several North-Western constituencies; some candidates have been identified but comprehensive official lists are not yet publicly consolidated. �

Zambia: News Diggers! +1

Mayoral/Council Chairperson Adoptions

Still being finalized by major parties. �

Wikipedia

Assessment

At this stage, North-Western Province appears likely to remain a key battleground where the UPND starts with a strong advantage, especially in constituencies such as Solwezi, Mwinilunga, Manyinga, and Kasempa. However, final adoption outcomes could influence local contests significantly. �

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