Career
- President of Zambia (2021 to present)
Facts compiled from Wikidata (CC0), a reference source, retrieved 2026-10-23. The office record above comes from the official source cited below.
Predecessor: Edgar Lungu (from Wikidata)
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Head of state of Zambia?
Hakainde Hichilema is the Head of state of Zambia, in office since 24 Aug 2021.
Who was the Head of state of Zambia before Hakainde Hichilema?
Edgar Lungu held the office before Hakainde Hichilema.
When was Hakainde Hichilema born?
Hakainde Hichilema was born in 1962-06-04, in Monze District, according to Wikidata.
Where did Hakainde Hichilema study?
Hakainde Hichilema studied at University of Zambia, University of Birmingham, according to Wikidata.
Which party does Hakainde Hichilema belong to?
Hakainde Hichilema is listed as a member of United Party for National Development on Wikidata.
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PollsAfrica (2026). Head of state, Zambia. Retrieved 26 Oct 2026 from https://pollsafrica.com/countries/zambia/head-of-state