He was sworn in on 13 September 2016 .
Lungu , who could only be inaugurated seven days after being proclaimed the victor , held a celebratory rally on 16 August for his re-election that secured him another five - year term .
Lungu was sworn in on 13 September 2016 .
Lungu , who could only be inaugurated seven days after being proclaimed the victor , held a celebratory rally on 16 August for his re-election that secured him another five - year term .