Timeline of the Hakainde Hichilema presidency

The following is a timeline of the presidency of Hakainde Hichilema, beginning with his inauguration as the seventh President of Zambia on 24 August 2021 and covering major political, economic, social, and diplomatic developments through mid-2025. Hakainde Hichilema, leader of the United Party for National Development (UPND), was elected president in the general election held on 12 August 2021, defeating incumbent president Edgar Lungu. His election marked a transfer of power following a period of economic instability, including Zambia’s 2020 sovereign debt default.

Hichilema’s early presidency was characterized by efforts to stabilize the economy, re-engage international financial institutions, and implement governance and public sector reforms. Over the course of his tenure, the government addressed public health emergencies, climate-related challenges, infrastructure development, and political disputes involving opposition parties and former officials.

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