September 23, 2021

A Conversation with Republic of Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema

1 hour

On September 23, USIP hosted a conversation with newly-elected Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and a panel of experts that explored Hichilema’s governing priorities, as well as his approach toward key continent-wide issues such as Africa’s engagement with China, implementation of the African Union Agenda 2063, youth and gender issues, and lessons learned to strengthen democracy across Africa.

Speakers

Lise Grande, welcoming remarks

President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace

Ambassador George E. Moose, moderator

Vice Chair of the Board, U.S. Institute of Peace

His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema

President of the Republic of Zambia

Dana Banks

Special Assistant to the President of the United States; Senior Director for Africa, National Security Council

Ambassador Johnnie Carson

Senior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace

For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conversation-republic-zambia-president-hakainde-hichilema