Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Former Zambian President Edgar Lungu Dies at 68
Imagine Zambia has a leader named Edgar Lungu, who used to be the president.
He was in charge from 2015 to 2021.
Sadly, Edgar passed away at age 68.
His daughter told everyone the news on his political party's Facebook page.
He was in the hospital in South Africa before he died.
He had wanted to be president again but was not allowed because he had already served two terms.
He lost the election in 2021 to a new president.
Edgar had some disagreements, like feeling that his actions were being watched, but the government said this was just to keep him safe.
Edgar Lungu, former President of Zambia, has died at the age of 68.
He served as president from 2015 to 2021.
Lungu's death was announced by his daughter on his political party's Facebook page.
He passed away in a South African hospital after medical supervision.
Lungu lost the 2021 election to Hakainde Hichilema.
- Who
- Edgar Lungu, his daughter Tasila Lungu-Mwansa, and the current Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema.
- What
- Edgar Lungu, former President of Zambia, died.
- When
- Thursday.
- Where
- In a hospital in South Africa.
- Why
- No cause of death was provided in the announcement.
Edgar Lungu's Allegations
Government's Response
Claims of Political Interference and Monitoring
Edgar Lungu's Allegations
Lungu alleged political interference in court rulings and monitoring of his movements.
Government's Response
The police stated monitoring former presidents is standard for safety.
- Age at Death
- 68
- Presidential Term
- 2015-2021
- Location of Death
- South African hospital
- Political Party
- Patriotic Front