MONICA KAYOMBO, Lusaka
United Nations (UN) system in Zambia has learned with deep regret and sadness the death of Zambia’s Sixth Republican President, Mr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu.
This is according to the statement released today by UN Resident Coordinator in Zambia, Ms. Beatrice Mutali.
“President Lungu served his country with dedication. He will be remembered for Zambia’s strong and consistent participation in the United Nations, his leadership in the fight against Gender-Based Violence and child marriage, and his efforts to promote gender equality and increase women’s representation in key decision-making positions — notably through the appointment of Zambia’s first female Vice-President. As we mourn the former Head of State, we extend our condolences to the Lungu family, the Government, and the people of Zambia,” the statement reads in part.
The former President, who had been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa, died on Thursday, 5th June 2025 at Mediclinic Medforum Hospital in Pretoria, South Africa.
Chawama Member of Parliament and daughter to Dr. Lungu, Hon.Tasila Lungu-Mwansa confirmed the sad development yesterday.
And lawyer to the family, Hon. Makebi Zulu confirmed the sad development but stated that members of the family were in the process of being informed.
President Edgar Lungu served as Zambia’s Sixth Republican President from 26th January 2015 to August 24th , 2021
