Is Rupiah Banda A-List?
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No — Rupiah Banda is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1960C$0.01M
Diplomatic Posts
Serves in various diplomatic roles.
2006B▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Vice-President of Zambia
Ascends to Vice Presidency.
2008B$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
President of Zambia
Becomes President after Mwanawasa's death.
2011C▼$1M+$0.7M
Loses Presidential Election
Defeated amid corruption allegations.
2013C$2M+$1M
Corruption Investigations
Faces continued scrutiny.
2022C$5M+$3M
Death of Rupiah Banda
Passes away. His legacy mixed.
2026C$5M
Remembered for One Term
Legacy is complex. Net worth reflects career earnings.
Last updated: February 25, 2026