Political players have intensified campaigns in readiness for the August 13 general elections to elect a president, members of Parliament, mayors and council chairpersons and local government councillors.

Zambia's incumbent President, Hakainde Hichilema, has confirmed that he will retain his Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, as his running mate for the upcoming general elections in August. 

Zambia's incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema is among 14 candidates who have so far filed nominations for the August general elections in that country. 

The nominations are, however, still ongoing and are expected to close by the end of this week.