Edgar Lungu died Thursday at age 68 after receiving medical care at a South African treatment center. The Patriotic Front confirmed their former leader passed away from an illness they did not name. His political party released the news through an official statement.
Lungu served as Zambia's president for six years starting from 2015. Hakainde Hichilema defeated him during the last election with a decisive victory margin. The loss ended his time as the country's top official.
Lungu left politics after losing the presidency but came back to public life later. He wanted to run for president again and showed clear interest during his return. The former leader had plans to seek the office once more before his death.
Lungu served as Zambia's president for six years starting from 2015. Hakainde Hichilema defeated him during the last election with a decisive victory margin. The loss ended his time as the country's top official.
Lungu left politics after losing the presidency but came back to public life later. He wanted to run for president again and showed clear interest during his return. The former leader had plans to seek the office once more before his death.
