By Burnett Munthali

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has officially accepted his valid nomination for re-election in the August 13, 2026 General Elections, pledging continued service to the people of Zambia anchored on unity, development and peace.Prophet Mesala calls Zambians to pray for Malawi’s elections

Speaking after successfully filing his nomination papers at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre, President Hichilema said he and his running mate Vice President Mutale Nalumango accepted the nomination with humility, responsibility and gratitude.Zambia Scraps Fuel Taxes to Shield Citizens from Global Oil Shock

“I Hakainde Hichilema and my running mate Vice President Mutale Nalumango stand here to accept the valid nomination with responsibility and gratitude to serve the people of Zambia,” President Hichilema said.Zambia’s mourning in limbo: What lies ahead for the grief, politics, and legal wrangle over Edgar Lungu’s burial

The President stated that his administration would continue pursuing a vision of a united, inclusive and prosperous Zambia where every citizen has an equal opportunity to succeed regardless of background.

He stressed that peace remains sacred and warned that once lost, it becomes difficult to restore.Investigative Report: How Nir Ges Obtained a Diplomatic Passport in Malawi

President Hichilema urged citizens to embrace peace, dialogue and unity ahead of the elections.

“We must choose peace over hatred and dialogue over protests,” he said.

President Hichilema noted that Zambia has remained a beacon of peace since independence and expressed confidence that the country would continue overcoming challenges through unity and good leadership.President Mutharika Urged to Revoke Nir Ges’ Diplomatic Passport Amid Outgoing MCP Scandal