Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema speaks during his inauguration ceremony at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
LUSAKA, Sept. 1 (Xinhua) -- Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office.
Hichilema and Vice President Mutale Nalumango took the oath of office at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, the country's capital, in the presence of Zambian citizens, regional leaders and representatives of foreign governments and international organizations.
In his address, Hichilema thanked Zambians for supporting him and his government for another mandate in office, saying that the next five years will be based on growing the economy to ensure citizens' benefit.
"I will continue to be a servant president for all the people of Zambia," he said.
Hichilema, 64, was first elected president of Zambia in 2021 and was re-elected in the August presidential election. ■
Soldiers march during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
Soldiers march during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
People dance during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema (L) talks with First Lady Mutinta Hichilema during his inauguration ceremony at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema (C) reviews soldiers during his inauguration ceremony at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
Supporters dance during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
A soldier stands guard during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
Supporters celebrate during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
Supporters cheer during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)
A soldier stands guard during the inauguration ceremony of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia, Sept. 1, 2026. Hichilema was sworn in Tuesday for a second five-year term in office. (Xinhua/Yang Guang)