Lusaka, Zambia – Zambians vote on August 13 in general elections widely seen as a test of whether years of economic reform have translated into improvements in everyday life. About 8.79 million voters are registered for the poll, according to the Electoral Commission of Zambia. Hichilema’s government points to progress on economic reforms, including Zambia’s debt restructuring and the completion of its IMF-supported programme. Ndou identified unemployment as another major concern, saying economic hardship had left many Zambians frustrated and looking for leaders who could offer practical solutions. For Muzengeza, the economic question is ultimately the one facing voters.