Zambia: Economy at the heart of the electoral battle [Africanews Today]
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Zambia's upcoming presidential election is dominated by economic concerns, with incumbent Hakainde Hichilema facing challenger Brian Mundubile. Meanwhile, other African nations are managing regional events ranging from public health precautions to sports tournaments.
Why it matters
The election in Zambia is a critical indicator of political stability and economic policy direction in Southern Africa.
Three days before Zambia’s presidential election, the campaign is entering its decisive phase. Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema is defending his economic record against his main rival, Brian Mundubile, as the cost of living emerges as voters’ top concern.
In Kinshasa, skateboarding is moving out of the margins and gaining ground. For three days, the second edition of the To Skate Festival brought together young enthusiasts and fans of the sport, which is still relatively under-recognized in the DRC. The initiative combines sport, urban art and knowledge-sharing between generations.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, a boat held near Kinshasa over fears of Ebola has finally been released. No cases were detected on board, but the incident is prompting authorities to strengthen controls on boats upstream of the capital to prevent the spread of the virus.
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