Hakainde Hichilema
Hakainde Hichilema is Head of state of Zambia, in office since 24 Aug 2021.
| Office | Head of state |
| Country | Zambia |
| In office since | 24 Aug 2021 |
| Time in office | In office for 5 years and 2 months |
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.
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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Others in the government of Zambia
- Mutale Nalumango Vice president
- Mulilo Dimas Kabesha Attorney General
- Mwangala Zaloumis Electoral Commission Chair
- Situmbeko Musokotwane Minister of Finance and National Planning
- Mulambo Haimbe Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
- Gilbert Siame Minister of Green Economy and Environment
- Roma Chilengi Minister of Health
- Chibamba Kanyama Ambassador to the US
Sources: Cabinet Office of Zambia (retrieved 11 Oct 2026).
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PollsAfrica (2026). Hakainde Hichilema. Retrieved 26 Oct 2026 from https://pollsafrica.com/people/hakainde-hichilema-zambia