Zambia's Hichilema takes office, promises inclusive development
AFP, 24 Aug 2021
Zambia's newly-elected leader Hakainde Hichilema vows more equitable economic development that benefits the people after his swearing in the capital Lusaka. The 59-year-old won election on his sixth attempt, amid widespread discontentment with the struggling economy and repressive government of his predecessor, Edgar Lungu. was sworn in on Tuesday after a comprehensive election victory hailed as a rare triumph over authoritarianism and a milestone in African democracy. SOUNDBITE
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