Five things to know about Zambia ahead of the presidential vote

Zambia election: Five things to know about the copper-rich nation

Ahead of Zambia’s election, discover five key facts about the copper-rich nation, from its economy and debt turnaround to Chinese influence and stable demo Read More: https://punchng.com/zambia-election-five-things-to-know-about-the-copper-rich-nation/

Five things to know about Zambia ahead of the presidential vote

Hichilema is seeking a second term against a fragmented field of opposition candidates. From Chinese influence to Victoria Falls, here are five things to know about the southern African nation of 22 million people. Copper is king Zambia is Africa's second-largest copper producer, behind the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the world's eighth-largest, according to the US Geological Survey. Copper remains the backbone of Zambia's economy, generat…

Who are the main contenders in Zambia's presidential vote?

An incumbent, two former ministers and a veteran journalist are among 14 candidates vying to become Zambia's next president in Thursday's election.