EFF remembers Edgar Lungu's resilience during Zambia's darkest hour

JOHANNESBURG - The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has joined the chorus in remembering the life of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu.

Lungu died on Thursday at a Pretoria hospital, at the age of 68, after receiving medical treatment.

The EFF has conveyed its condolences to the people of Zambia, the Patriotic Front political party and the family of former Zambian leader.

The red berets say Lungu’s rise to presidency came after he led Zambians through a challenging period marked by economic strain and political change.

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The party has hailed Lungu for making strides in strengthening Zambia’s international relations and promoting unity across political divides. 

Lungu served as Zambia’s 6th president. His tenure started from 26 January 2015 and ended on 24 August 2021.

The EFF has extended the party's sympathies to Lungu’s wife, Esther, and their six children.