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Zambia goes to court bid to stop his burial in South Africa

25 June 2025
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Zambia goes to court bid to stop his burial in South Africa
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The Zambian government has urgently sought a court order in South Africa to prevent the burial of former President Edgar Lungu, whose family chose a private ceremony abroad despite a previous agreement for a state funeral. This dispute highlights ongoing tensions between Lungu’s family and President Hakainde Hichilema, particularly due to Lungu’s will, which expressed a desire for Hichilema not to attend his funeral.

Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: The Zambian government is trying to stop the burial of former President Edgar Lungu in South Africa because they want him to be buried in Zambia, which has caused a disagreement with his family.

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