21/06/2025
Former Zambian President Edgar Lungu passed away, and his body was repatriated from South Africa on June 11, 2025. However, the burial date hasn't been announced yet due to ongoing discussions between the government and his family.
The government declared a 7-day national mourning period from June 8 to June 14, 2025, and accorded Lungu a state funeral. His body was taken to Belvedere Lodge in Lusaka for mourning.
Unfortunately, talks between the government and the Lungu family broke down over the repatriation timeline, causing a delay in the burial arrangements. The African Forum of Former Heads of State and Government has joined the discussions to help resolve the issues.
R.I.P Lungu