Africazine:
Zambia is gearing up for its 2026 general elections with a detailed roadmap from the Electoral Commission.
The roadmap outlines key dates and processes leading up to the elections scheduled for August 13, 2026. Key activities include constituency delimitation consultations across 116 districts and a series of voter registration inspections.
Zambia’s 2026 Election Roadmap Unveiled
The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has initiated the official program for the upcoming general elections. This includes consultations for the delimitation of constituencies, which are currently taking place in all 116 districts across the country’s 10 provinces. These consultations are crucial for ensuring fair representation in the electoral process.
On April 7, the ECZ will approve the delimitation report, a significant step in finalizing the electoral boundaries. Following this, voters will have the opportunity to inspect the provisional register physically from March 2 to March 8, with online inspections also available on March 8.
Zambia: Key figures on election timeline
- Delimitation report approval: April 7
- Physical inspection of voters’ provisional register: March 2 to March 8
- Online inspection of voters’ provisional register: March 8
- Certification of the voters register: April 30
- Nominations of candidates: May 18 and 19
- Campaign period: May 21 to August 12
- Election date: August 13
- Publication of results: August 17 to August 24
Context of Zambia’s Electoral Preparations
The ECZ’s roadmap is designed to ensure a transparent and organized electoral process. The timeline reflects the commission’s commitment to upholding democratic principles and facilitating citizen participation. The three-month campaign period allows candidates ample time to engage with voters and present their platforms.
As the election date approaches, the ECZ will continue to provide updates and ensure that all processes are conducted in accordance with the Zambian Constitution.
Next Steps in Zambia’s Election Process
- Approval of the delimitation report on April 7
- Physical and online inspections of the voters’ register in March
- Certification of the voters register on April 30
- Nominations of candidates on May 18 and 19
- Campaigning begins on May 21
Zambia is actively preparing for its democratic process with a clear election roadmap.
