A leader forged by faith, family, and the soil of Zambia.
From a humble cattle-herding boyhood in Monze to the highest office in the land — the story of President Hakainde Hichilema is the story of perseverance, principle, and patriotic service.
The man behind the mission
President Hakainde Hichilema, widely known as HH, was sworn in as the 7th President of the Republic of Zambia on 24 August 2021 — a victory celebrated as a triumph of democracy across Africa.
A successful businessman and economist by training, HH built his career on the foundations of discipline, integrity, and service. His vision is a Zambia where every child, regardless of birth, has the same shot at a dignified life.
As President, he has stabilised the economy, restored international confidence, restructured Zambia's debt, and reopened pathways to investment, jobs, and opportunity for all Zambians.
What guides him
Integrity
Public service as sacred trust — transparent, accountable, principled.
Hard Work
From farmer's son to President — earning every step through discipline.
Unity
One Zambia, One Nation. Building bridges across tribe, region, and class.
Opportunity
Empowering every Zambian — youth, women, farmers, entrepreneurs.
A life of service
Born in Monze, Southern Province, into a family of farmers.
Graduated University of Zambia, BA in Economics & Business Administration.
Earned MBA from the University of Birmingham, UK.
Entered politics, contesting the presidency for the first time.
Elected 7th President of the Republic of Zambia.
Hosted historic investment summits, accelerating reforms.
Seeking renewed mandate to deliver the next chapter of Zambia's transformation.