IMF, Egypt congratulate President Hichilema on re-election

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi have congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as Republican President in the 2026 general elections.

In separate statements availed to the media, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi pledged continued cooperation with Zambia, with the IMF reaffirming its commitment to supporting the country’s development agenda.

Ms Georgieva said the IMF looks forward to working closely with President Hichilema and his administration to deepen its engagement with Zambia.

“The IMF’s unequivocal commitment to supporting Zambia’s ambitious developmental agenda remains firm, and we look forward to working closely with you and your administration to advance our common objective of building a prosperous Zambia,” she said.

Meanwhile, President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi expressed Egypt’s keenness to further strengthen Zambia-Egypt relations, building on the solid foundation of bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

He also pledged to enhance cooperation at all levels and strengthen coordination between Zambia and Egypt on regional and international matters.